Technology Policy

To help maintain a fair and secure competition, electronic devices will be restricted during specific parts of the National Championship. 

Prohibited devices include, but are not limited to: 

• Cellphones (e.g., iPhone, Android, etc.) 
• Tablets (e.g., iPad, Amazon Fire, Surface, reMarkable, etc.) 
• Smart watches (e.g., Apple Watch, Garmin, Samsung, etc.) 
• Smart rings (e.g., Oura, Ultrahuman, etc.) 
• Computers 
• Headphones or earbuds (e.g., AirPods, Beats, etc.) 
• Smart glasses (e.g., Ray-Ban Meta, VITURE Beast, Oakley Meta, etc.) 
• Any device with a screen 
• Any device with WiFi, Bluetooth, cellular, or other wireless capabilities 
• Any device capable of recording and/or transmitting audio and/or video 
• Any device capable of connecting to the internet 

If in doubt about whether a device is prohibited, err on the side of caution and leave it behind! 

When device access will be restricted: 

• Orientation Day: From the start of orientation until competitors have completed the written test 
• Competition Day: When competitors arrive in their respective waiting areas until they have finished competing for the day 

We encourage competitors to leave prohibited devices in their hotel room or with a family member during these windows. For those who need another option, a tech drop zone will be available on-site. Please share this policy with your competitors ahead of the event so they know what to expect. If you believe a competitor has a medically necessary device that would otherwise be prohibited, please contact IFDA.