Why I Won't Use AirPods | Dr. Stephen Cabral

Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses their preference for wired headsets over wireless options due to concerns about electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and radiation affecting their health. They explain how wireless earbuds, despite deflecting some radiation, still transmit magnetic resonance through the ears, which could impact the brain. The speaker shares their plans to avoid wireless technology if future iPhones remove the headphone port, and they highlight alternatives like Bluetooth-connected headsets with a strap to avoid direct ear exposure. They also mention the challenges of upgrading phones due to the lack of a headphone jack in future models.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker prefers using a wired headset instead of wireless earbuds due to concerns about electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and radiation.
• 😀 Wireless earbuds might deflect some EMFs, but they still allow magnetic radiation to pass through the ears and brain.
• 😀 The speaker is cautious about the potential health effects of magnetic resonance between wireless earbuds.
• 😀 The removal of the headphone port from future iPhones could force the speaker to either stop upgrading their phone or use wireless earphones, which they don't want to do.
• 😀 If forced to use wireless earphones, the speaker would consider a Bluetooth-connected headset with a strap to divert radiation away from the ears.
• 😀 The speaker is committed to avoiding wireless devices that directly affect their ears and brain with magnetic radiation.
• 😀 The speaker's current wired headset solution helps them avoid EMFs and radiation exposure, and they plan to continue using it for now.
• 😀 The speaker expresses uncertainty about upgrading their phone when the headphone port is eventually removed but acknowledges that phone manufacturers often push upgrades.
• 😀 The speaker plans to share more information about potential alternatives to wireless earphones in the future.
• 😀 The speaker is aware that the removal of headphone ports from iPhones is a likely future development, but there are still a couple of years before it happens.

Q & A

Why does the speaker prefer wearing a wired headset instead of wireless earphones?

The speaker prefers a wired headset because they believe wireless earphones still emit magnetic radiation, which could affect their brain. They are concerned about the magnetic resonance that occurs between the earbuds and their ears, and they want to avoid any potential health risks.

What concern does the speaker have about wireless earphones and their effects on the body?

The speaker is concerned about the magnetic radiation or magnetic resonance emitted by wireless earphones, which can travel through the ears and potentially impact the brain. This is why they prefer using wired headsets to avoid exposure to this kind of radiation.

How do wireless earphones supposedly protect against EMF radiation according to the speaker?

According to the speaker, wireless earphones can deflect some of the electromagnetic fields (EMF) and radiation away from the body. However, they still pose the risk of magnetic resonance between the earbuds that could affect the brain.

What is the speaker's plan if Apple removes the headphone jack from future iPhones?

The speaker is considering not upgrading their phone if Apple removes the headphone jack, as they are not willing to switch to wireless earphones. They mention they might eventually have no choice but to upgrade due to functionality issues with older phones.

What alternative does the speaker mention for using wireless headphones in the future?

The speaker mentions using a Bluetooth strap that connects to the headset, allowing the radiation to be deflected away from the ears. This way, the connection between the earphones and the phone won't directly affect the ears, reducing potential exposure to magnetic radiation.

How does the speaker feel about the future of phone upgrades and wireless technology?

The speaker is somewhat frustrated about the push toward wireless technology and the eventual removal of the headphone jack in future phones. They express reluctance to switch to wireless devices but acknowledge they may have to do so eventually due to phone compatibility issues.

Why does the speaker mention that wireless technology could eventually 'make you' upgrade your phone?

The speaker implies that as phone manufacturers phase out older technology (like the headphone jack), users will be compelled to upgrade their devices in order to maintain compatibility with newer features, even if they don't want to switch to wireless technology.

What is the speaker’s opinion on the planned removal of the headphone jack in future iPhones?

The speaker is not in favor of the planned removal of the headphone jack, as it would force them to either forgo upgrading their phone or switch to wireless earphones, which they are unwilling to do due to health concerns regarding radiation.

What do the speaker's comments reveal about their attitude toward technological change?

The speaker appears to be cautious and somewhat resistant to rapid technological change, particularly when it involves health concerns like exposure to radiation. They seem to prefer using technology that they feel is safer and more aligned with their values.

Does the speaker expect that wireless earphones will become the norm in the future?

Yes, the speaker acknowledges that wireless earphones are likely to become the norm, given the current trend in phone design, but they are seeking alternatives to mitigate the health risks they associate with them.