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7 dangerous spots you should never charge your phone
7 dangerous spots you should never charge your phone
In the digital age, our smartphones are indispensable for staying connected and managing our lives. However, while the convenience of charging your phone on the go is undeniable, some locations pose significant risks to both your device and your personal data.
From security threats to potential damage, here are seven places where charging your phone might do more harm than good:
1. **Public USB Charging Stations**
Airports, hotels, and shopping centers often feature public USB charging stations, but they are notorious for “juice jacking” risks. Hackers can use these stations to install malware or steal your data through compromised USB ports or cables.
2. **Moist Environments**
Charging your phone in wet areas like bathrooms or near swimming pools increases the risk of water damage. Exposure to moisture can lead to short-circuiting and irreparable harm to your device.
3. **Car USB Ports**
Although convenient, car USB ports typically offer lower power output, resulting in slower charging. Additionally, these ports might also serve as data channels, risking unauthorized access to your phone.
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4. **Direct Sunlight**
Charging your phone in direct sunlight can cause overheating. Excessive heat can damage the battery and, in extreme cases, lead to fires or explosions.
5. **Computer USB Ports**
Using a computer’s USB port to charge your phone is slower and can expose your device to potential malware if the computer is infected. For faster and safer charging, use a dedicated wall charger.
6. **Outdoor or Unsecured Power Outlets**
Charging your phone from power outlets in public spaces, such as parks, can be risky. These outlets may be exposed to environmental factors and can deliver inconsistent power, risking battery damage. Additionally, your phone is more vulnerable to theft in such areas.
7. **Bed or Pillow**
Charging your phone on your bed or under a pillow is hazardous due to heat buildup. Phones generate heat while charging, and placing them in bedding can lead to overheating and potential fire hazards. Always charge your device on a hard, flat surface and unplug it once it’s fully charged.
Being mindful of where you charge your phone can help protect both your device and your personal data.
7 dangerous spots you should never charge your phone
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200,000 repentant terrorists surrender, drop arms in North East – CDS
200,000 repentant terrorists surrender, drop arms in North East – CDS
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has disclosed that about 200,000 repentant terrorists have so far dropped their arms and surrendered to troops in the North East, noting that the twin strategy of kinetic and non-kinetic operations was responsible for this achievement.
The CDS made this known at the Security and Justice Symposium organised by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) in collaboration with the British High Commission, which began at the National Counterterrorism Centre in Abuja on Tuesday.
He disclosed that the theme of the symposium, ”Securing Peace, Ensuring Justice, Protection, Conduct, and Accountability,” speaks volumes about the deluge of security challenges the armed forces and security agencies are facing.
His words, “All the challenges we are facing today have to do with fairness, equity, justice, and accountability.
“There will not be peace without justice, equity, fairness, and accountability. In our operations, we are conducting both kinetic and non-kinetic strategies, which have to a large extent yielded significant successes, and we want to particularly thank the National Security Adviser for his great support in this regard.
“Nigeria is going through so many challenges, and we feel we’re able to address this, and everybody has a sense of belonging. A lot of the security challenges we are having, we are sure, will go down. I want to thank the National Security Advisor for all the support he’s given us, both the kinetic and the non-kinetic.
“We have said it; the kinetic aspect is just less than 30%. The non-kinetic has a lot to play. The non-kinetic, because when you have democracy, people must have the evidence of democracy. As long as it tells people to sleep well and be peaceful, and they are hungry, their children cannot eat, and all this creates more problems.
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“The issue of informants. We have to look at how we tackle this issue of informants. Because these are the people who have created the issue.
200,000 repentant terrorists surrender, drop arms in North East – CDS
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Robbers kill two members in shoot-out with Delta police
Robbers kill two members in shoot-out with Delta police
The spokesperson for the police in Delta State, SP Bright Edafe, has confirmed the death of two robbery suspects in the state.
Mr Edafe, who disclosed this to journalists on Tuesday in Warri, said that the deceased were killed from the bullets shot by their gang members.
According to him, the incident occurred on Wednesday at Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area of the state.
Mr Edafe explained that the deceased were leading the police surveillance team attached to the Ekpan Division to their hideout when they were caught during a shoot-out.
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“The suspects were arrested at Effurun roundabout with a bag containing 57 live cartridges and other items. They were leading the surveillance team to their hideout at Warri/Sapele road when their gang members, on sighting the vehicle of the police team, engaged them in a shootout.During the gun duel, the arrested suspects that were leading the police team were fatally wounded by the gun shot of their colleagues. The two injured suspects were taken to the hospital and later died while receiving treatment,” he said.
Mr Edafe said that items recovered from the hoodlums hideout included: one English pump action gun, one locally made cut-to-size gun and eight live cartridges.
Others were: six iPhones, Smart phones and a Rolex wrist watch.
He said that the command had intensified manhunt on the fleeing members of the gang.
Robbers kill two members in shoot-out with Delta police
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