While we usually find our car keys in an empty pocket, it seems that it belongs elsewhere. The place in question: the microwave. One thing is certain: this trick will make your life easier and save you a lot of trouble!
Putting your car keys in the microwave seems like a crazy habit, but it’s much more common than you think. It’s a smart thing to do, here’s why.
Why should you store your car keys in the microwave?
Car keys. Source: spm
While this trick is recommended, it does not apply to all keys. And for good reason, it is only dedicated to so-called “hands-free” electronic keys. This accessory works on cars with the Keyless system [ndlr : sans clé]. This allows contactless starting as soon as you are close to the car. A very practical aspect but which can encourage some thieves. There is a flight technique based on the use of an amplifier which will aim to reinforce the signal emitted by the key over 100 meters. With this device, the thief will only have to press the Start button to steal your automobile. If you put your keys in a microwave, the device blocks the waves and prevents amplifiers from reaching your key. The household appliance acts as an excellent lock or safe. The refrigerator can perform the same function but humidity not suitable for keys.
One thing is certain: these keys with a wireless system are an element that facilitates car theft. It is paradoxical that technology, supposed to make our lives easier, on the contrary exposes us to dangers. Another thing to keep in mind: burglary-free theft is not reimbursed by your car insurance. To protect your keys, it is recommended to equip yourself with a box or an anti-RFID Faraday pouch which aims to block the waves from your car. It would be necessary to have some for the key that we use but also the double that we have at home. Thanks to this, you will have additional security and will have peace of mind with keys that are impossible to hack.
In addition, to prevent high-tech car theft, there is the anti-hacking system which is based on the use of ultra-wideband pulses called UWB. These are useful in order to precisely determine the distance between the car and the key to prevent hacking. To fully protect yourself against vehicle theft, it is recommended that you deactivate electronic key. If you still want to benefit from this technology, it is advisable to avoid keeping the keys near doors and windows. You can also invest in a foil pouch which will prevent wave propagation. Likewise, it is recommended to park your vehicle in a closed garage.
Against car theft, we are never too careful. Electronic keys can be a loophole that criminals are sure to use. It is then necessary to find the right tricks to protect them.
Protect your car keys – Source: spm
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