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Deadly warning over DOZENS of Apple gadgets you must keep away from strangers – including iPhones
APPLE has quietly disclosed a list of dozens of its gadgets that can kill people by wreaking havoc on their pacemakers.
The popular devices, including a number of iPhones, present a danger to some users and their family and friends if used in an unsafe manner.
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They contain magnets that can interfere with the function of certain medical devices, such as defibrillator implants and pacemakers.
As well as iPhones, the Cupertino company said that AirPods, the Apple Watch, HomePods, iPads and Macs can put people at risk.
Apple said: “Under certain conditions, magnets and electromagnetic fields might interfere with medical devices.
“For example, implanted pacemakers and defibrillators might contain sensors that respond to magnets and radios when in close contact.
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“To avoid any potential interactions with these types of medical devices, keep your Apple product a safe distance away from your medical device.”
Apple added that the potentially deadly accessories should be kept at least six inches away from medical equipment.
Those with wireless charging function must remain at a safe distance of at least 12 inches.
The iPhone-maker first published a list of gadgets that can interfere with medical equipment last year.
An updated version was shared on Apple’s website on June 25. The list now totals 28 gadgets, including all four models of the iPhone 12.
Keep THESE Apple products away from your medical device
Here’s the full list of Apple products that contain magnets…
AirPods and charging cases
– AirPods and Charging Case
– AirPods and Wireless Charging Case
– AirPods Pro and Wireless Charging Case
– AirPods Max and Smart Case
Apple Watch and accessories
– Apple Watch
– Apple Watch bands with magnets
– Apple Watch magnetic charging accessories
HomePod
– HomePod
– HomePod mini
iPad and accessories
– iPad
– iPad mini
– iPad Air
– iPad Pro
– iPad Smart Covers and Smart Folios
– iPad Smart Keyboard and Smart Keyboard Folio
– Magic Keyboard for iPad
iPhone and MagSafe accessories
– iPhone 12 models
– MagSafe accessories
Mac and accessories
– Mac mini
– Mac Pro
– MacBook Air
– MacBook Pro
– iMac
– Apple Pro Display XDR
Beats
Beats Flex
Beats X
PowerBeats Pro
UrBeats3
There aren’t any huge shocks in the lineup. Apple uses magnets to make device lids, power connectors and other features more convenient.
Obviously, the products are perfectly safe to use if you don’t have a pacemaker or other medical device.
It’s worth being careful, however, when handling your gizmos around elderly friends and family members who may have one.
Apple urged users with medical devices to consult with their physician and device manufacturer before buying Apple products.
If you suspect that your Apple product is interfering with your medical device, you should stop using your Apple product.
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