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1550NM VEHICLE LIDAR FRIED MY PHONE BUT WILL IT RUIN THE AUTOPILOT CAMERAS ON MY TESLA!?
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This video investigates the potential for the Volvo EX90's 1550nm LiDAR system to damage camera sensors, a concern amplified by online reports. The hosts successfully demonstrate that the LiDAR can indeed fry smartphone cameras, causing permanent damage, even from a distance. They meticulously test this by aiming the EX90's LiDAR at an iPhone, observing visible pixel burnout and color distortion. However, in a surprising turn, multiple tests with a Tesla Model 3's cameras, using various angles and proximity, show no signs of damage. The review highlights that while the LiDAR is eye-safe for humans, camera sensors lack similar protection. The video concludes with a PSA advising caution when filming vehicles equipped with this type of LiDAR, while also noting that the Tesla appears immune to this specific threat.
Vehicle Specs
| Brand | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Model | EX90 |
| Year | 2025 |
