An automated device and method for erasing data stored in non-volatile memories of electronic devices, such as smartphones or tablets, is disclosed. The device includes the use of an irradiation chamber having at least one X-ray source confined in a X-ray-tight enclosure, capable of receiving a plurality of electronic devices that can be brought into the chamber by a conveyor. A control unit controls the conveyor and the X-ray source to irradiate each electronic device with controlled power and duration for erasing data stored in the non-volatile memories of the electronic devices.

An automated device and method for erasing data stored in non-volatile memories of electronic devices, such as smartphones or tablets, is disclosed. The device includes the use of an irradiation chamber having at least one X-ray source confined in a X-ray-tight enclosure, capable of receiving a plurality of electronic devices that can be brought into the chamber by a conveyor. A control unit controls the conveyor and the X-ray source to irradiate each electronic device with controlled power and duration for erasing data stored in the non-volatile memories of the electronic devices.