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What is the deal with this story? How long has this internet legend been out there? Has it been debunked? Is it real? What is going on under the tables?


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According to snopes.com and CNN, it's not true. http://www.snopes.com/science/cookegg.asp

If that video isn't real that's some VERY good special effects with the graphics.

I'm a bit scared now.

O.K. If I had a cell, I would be trying that right now.

I think somebody here should try it and let us know if it's for real.

I think you need at least two phones. And then you'll need two other phones to call those two cell phones.

First of all, cell phones do not emit nearly enough microwave radiation do such a thing. If that were the case, we would all have cancer. Secondly, that is not how a microwavable bag of popcorn works to begin with. Popcorn bags have a layer of foil at the bottom that is heated up and pops the popcorn: The microwave radiation does not pop the kernel itself.

I was babysitting some kids and they saw this on youtube and really wanted to try. Even though I knew it wouldn't work, it would still be fun for the kids. We took our four cell phones and placed them around the kernel just like in the video. I had four of my friends call at the same time and guess what? Nothing happened. Just thought I would fill you guys in.

It's a microwave under the table, and I'm not even joking.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djssaY1O5MM

It is a simple trick and a very dangerous one (health wise) to do. It has the potential of a Darwin Award.

scothman saidFirst of all, cell phones do not emit nearly enough microwave radiation do such a thing. If that were the case, we would all have cancer. Secondly, that is not how a microwavable bag of popcorn works to begin with. Popcorn bags have a layer of foil at the bottom that is heated up and pops the popcorn: The microwave radiation does not pop the kernel itself.

I was babysitting some kids and they saw this on youtube and really wanted to try. Even though I knew it wouldn't work, it would still be fun for the kids. We took our four cell phones and placed them around the kernel just like in the video. I had four of my friends call at the same time and guess what? Nothing happened. Just thought I would fill you guys in.

Thanks for chiming in. I feel better.
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