Apple Says Keep Your iPhone 12 Away From Your Pacemaker
Tuesday January 26, 2021 7:41 am PST by Hartley Charlton
Apple is urging users to keep the iPhone 12 and MagSafe accessories away from pacemakers and defibrillators due to electromagnetic interference, following a concerning report in the
Heart Rhythm Journal.
It has been known for some time that the iPhone 12 has the potential to interfere with medical equipment, and Apple recently added the following paragraph to a related support document:
Medical devices such as implanted pacemakers and defibrillators might contain sensors that respond to magnets and radios when in close contact. To avoid any potential interactions with these devices, keep your iPhone and MagSafe accessories a safe distance away from your device (more than 6 inches / 15 cm apart or more than 12 inches / 30 cm apart if wirelessly charging). But consult with your physician and your device manufacturer for specific guidelines.