Scrambler will prevent cell phone leakage from Sistine Chapel

A system has been set up to scramble any cellphone communications between the Sistine Chapel and the outside world during the secret conclave that will elect the next pope, the Vatican said, reports the AFP.

"The step is an extra precaution, since cardinals as well as Vatican personnel from medical staff to elevator operators have been sworn to secrecy ahead of the conclave, which is to begin Monday."

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emily | 4:18 PM | Technology |
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