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Pacemaker and Iphone 13 pro

Is it safe to use Iphone 13 pro, or is it interfering with my medical device/pacemaker?

Posted on Sep 30, 2021 12:35 PM

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Posted on Sep 30, 2021 12:41 PM

"Apple noted that its iPhones and MagSafe accessories contain magnets and radios that emit electromagnetic fields that "might interfere with medical devices."


"Though all iPhone 12 models contain more magnets than prior iPhone models, they're not expected to pose a greater risk of magnetic interference to medical devices than prior iPhone models," the company added. "Medical devices such as implanted pacemakers and defibrillators might contain sensors that respond to magnets and radios when in close contact."


Apple is advising that customers keep iPhones and compatible MagSafe accessories at least six inches away from pacemakers and defibrillators during normal use and at least 12 inches away when wirelessly charging.


Customers should consult with their physician and medical device manufacturer for specific guidelines."


The above was written when iPhone 12 was released. iPhone 13 would not be materially different and likely has the same amount of magnets as an iPhone 12. To see the full article from Apple, click on the blue word noted above in the first sentence.


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Sep 30, 2021 12:41 PM in response to gitte0803

"Apple noted that its iPhones and MagSafe accessories contain magnets and radios that emit electromagnetic fields that "might interfere with medical devices."


"Though all iPhone 12 models contain more magnets than prior iPhone models, they're not expected to pose a greater risk of magnetic interference to medical devices than prior iPhone models," the company added. "Medical devices such as implanted pacemakers and defibrillators might contain sensors that respond to magnets and radios when in close contact."


Apple is advising that customers keep iPhones and compatible MagSafe accessories at least six inches away from pacemakers and defibrillators during normal use and at least 12 inches away when wirelessly charging.


Customers should consult with their physician and medical device manufacturer for specific guidelines."


The above was written when iPhone 12 was released. iPhone 13 would not be materially different and likely has the same amount of magnets as an iPhone 12. To see the full article from Apple, click on the blue word noted above in the first sentence.


Pacemaker and Iphone 13 pro

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