Newsbytes
  • India
  • Business
  • World
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Entertainment
  • Auto
  • Lifestyle
  • Inspirational
  • Career
  • Bengaluru
  • Delhi
  • Mumbai
  • Videos
  • Visual Stories
  • Reviews
  • Phone Reviews
  • Fitness Bands Reviews
  • Speakers Reviews
  • Find Cricket Statistics
Hindi
More
In the news
Elon Musk
Apple
OnePlus
NOTHING
Latest Laptops
Newsbytes
Hindi
Newsbytes
User Placeholder

Hi,

Logout


India
Business
World
Politics
Sports
Technology
Entertainment
Auto
Lifestyle
Inspirational
Career
Bengaluru
Delhi
Mumbai
Videos
Visual Stories
Reviews
Phone Reviews
Fitness Bands Reviews
Speakers Reviews
Find Cricket Statistics

More Links
  • Videos

Download Android App

Follow us on
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Linkedin
  • Youtube
 
Home / News / Technology News / iPhone 12 can deactivate pacemakers, other medical implants
Technology

iPhone 12 can deactivate pacemakers, other medical implants

iPhone 12 can deactivate pacemakers, other medical implants
Written by Nachiket Mhatre
Feb 08, 2021, 08:00 pm 2 min read
iPhone 12 can deactivate pacemakers, other medical implants

Apple iPhone 12 can seriously interfere with the working of medical devices such as pacemakers and implantable defibrillators. Cardiologists from Henry Ford Health System earlier put concerns about the issue to test and found that the iPhone 12's array of magnets indeed interferes with the critical life-saving devices. The device can cause serious interference with the implants when carried in the upper chest pocket.

Magnetic interference
Surgically implanted cardiovascular devices are controlled by magnetic signals

Apple's MagSafe charging technology utilizes magnets in the charging connectors retention mechanism. The iPhone 12, therefore, has an array of powerful magnets embedded to help align the ironically named MagSafe charging accessory. However, the ensuing strong magnetic field tends to interfere with the functioning of pacemakers and other devices designed to ensure normal heart function.

MagUnsafe?
Tests confirm iPhone 12 magnets can disable these lifesaving devices

Most implantable cardiac devices work by sending electrical impulses to regulate heart activity. Because implanting them is a risky, expensive, and medically invasive procedure, these devices can be controlled using magnetic signals. This allows them to be adjusted without the need for surgical procedures. Tests conducted by the institute's resident cardiologist Dr. Gurjit Singh revealed that the iPhone 12 can potentially deactivate these implants.

Not just theoretical
Implant remained inactive until the iPhone 12 was moved away

Dr. Singh's test involved passing an iPhone 12 Pro over a patient's chest, which housed an implantable defibrillator. The device was being monitored by an external programmer, which confirmed that the implant went into a suspended state and ceased operation as soon as the iPhone was brought into close proximity to the chest. It continued to remain deactivated until the iPhone was moved away.

Addressing liability
Apple acknowledges risk, mentions safe distance in iPhone 12 documentation

The tests were carried out after a January article in the Heart Rhythm Journal mentioned how the iPhone 12's magnetic interference with implantable devices can "potentially inhibit lifesaving therapy". Apple had responded to that medical piece by adding an acknowledgement in the iPhone 12 support page, where it advised bearers of such implants to hold the device at least 12-inches from the chest.

Share this timeline
Facebook
Whatsapp
Twitter
Linkedin
Nachiket Mhatre
Nachiket Mhatre
Mail
Growing up, I had a penchant for disassembling appliances; most of which couldn’t be reassembled successfully. My parents didn’t approve. Now, I leverage my lifelong pursuit of dissecting gadgets to write about tech. My parents still don’t approve.
Latest
iPhone
Health & Wellness
Apple
iPhone 12 Pro
Related
Latest
2022 Wimbledon: Tatjana Maria beats Niemeier, reaches maiden major semi-final
2022 Wimbledon: Tatjana Maria beats Niemeier, reaches maiden major semi-final Sports
Karnataka: Vastu expert Chandrashekhar Guruji stabbed to death in hotel
Karnataka: Vastu expert Chandrashekhar Guruji stabbed to death in hotel India
ASUS ROG Phone 6 series launched starting at Rs. 72,000
ASUS ROG Phone 6 series launched starting at Rs. 72,000 Technology
Paris Saint-Germain sack Mauricio Pochettino: Decoding his stats
Paris Saint-Germain sack Mauricio Pochettino: Decoding his stats Sports
Twitter challenges Indian government in court over content takedown orders
Twitter challenges Indian government in court over content takedown orders Technology
iPhone
ClearBuds' real-time noise-suppression technology outclasses Apple AirPods Pro
ClearBuds' real-time noise-suppression technology outclasses Apple AirPods Pro Technology
WhatsApp enables data transfer from Android to iOS: Full guide
WhatsApp enables data transfer from Android to iOS: Full guide Technology
iOS 16: How to customize your Apple iPhone Lock Screen
iOS 16: How to customize your Apple iPhone Lock Screen Technology
Apple discontinues iPod after 21 years: Tracing the magical journey
Apple discontinues iPod after 21 years: Tracing the magical journey Technology
Apple records its best-ever March quarter with $25bn profit
Apple records its best-ever March quarter with $25bn profit Business
More News
Health & Wellness
5 martial art forms to lose weight
5 martial art forms to lose weight Lifestyle
'Too late': Doctor receives transfer orders 13 days after death
'Too late': Doctor receives transfer orders 13 days after death India
Top 5 apps to monitor your weight loss journey
Top 5 apps to monitor your weight loss journey Lifestyle
Revealing the fitness secrets of Tom Cruise
Revealing the fitness secrets of Tom Cruise Lifestyle
5 yoga asanas to boost hair growth
5 yoga asanas to boost hair growth Lifestyle
More News
Apple
New WhatsApp feature: Avatars for video calls coming soon
New WhatsApp feature: Avatars for video calls coming soon Technology
#DealOfTheDay: Buy Apple iPhone 13 at nearly Rs. 45,000
#DealOfTheDay: Buy Apple iPhone 13 at nearly Rs. 45,000 Technology
Apple's M2-powered MacBook Pro has slower SSD than its predecessor
Apple's M2-powered MacBook Pro has slower SSD than its predecessor Technology
Apple student discount 2022: Deals on MacBooks and iPads
Apple student discount 2022: Deals on MacBooks and iPads Technology
How to redeem Free Fire MAX codes for June 27
How to redeem Free Fire MAX codes for June 27 Technology
More News
iPhone 12 Pro
Apple to fix iPhone 12's audio problems free of charge
Apple to fix iPhone 12's audio problems free of charge Technology
#DealOfTheDay: iPhone 12 Pro available with benefits worth Rs. 9,000
#DealOfTheDay: iPhone 12 Pro available with benefits worth Rs. 9,000 Technology
This super-exclusive 1kg 24-carat gold iPhone costs Rs. 1.15 crore
This super-exclusive 1kg 24-carat gold iPhone costs Rs. 1.15 crore Technology
Focos app adds support for Apple ProRAW; sports improved UI
Focos app adds support for Apple ProRAW; sports improved UI Technology
These limited-run iPhones have pieces of moon, Mars and Mercury
These limited-run iPhones have pieces of moon, Mars and Mercury Technology
More News
Related
Average Indian to work 700+ hours to afford iPhone 13
Average Indian to work 700+ hours to afford iPhone 13 Technology
Apple iPhone 13 series now up for grabs in India
Apple iPhone 13 series now up for grabs in India Technology
iPhone 13 series pre-orders start at 5:30pm today in India
iPhone 13 series pre-orders start at 5:30pm today in India Technology
Apple iPhone 13 lineup's sale starts September 24 in India
Apple iPhone 13 lineup's sale starts September 24 in India Technology
Next News Article
Next News Article

Love Technology news?

Subscribe to stay updated.

Science Thumbnail
India News Business News World News Politics News Sports News Technology News Entertainment News Auto News Lifestyle News Inspirational News
Career News Bengaluru News Delhi News Mumbai News Mukesh Ambani Indian Premier League (IPL) Karnataka Samsung Xiaomi West Bengal
Bihar Virat Kohli Rohit Sharma Haryana Narendra Modi Arvind Kejriwal Tamil Nadu Gujarat Yogi Adityanath YouTube
Instagram Hollywood News Uttar Pradesh Kerala Netflix Bollywood News Mamata Banerjee Maruti Suzuki Rahul Gandhi Elon Musk
Shah Rukh Khan Chelsea FC OPPO Akhilesh Yadav Indian Cricket Team Apple Manchester United Salman Khan Cryptocurrency OnePlus
Amitabh Bachchan ICC Women's World Cup Vivo India vs Sri Lanka
About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive IPL 2022 Schedule IPL 2022 Points Table Find Cricket Statistics
Follow us on
Facebook Twitter Linkedin Youtube
All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2022