PARIS: Apple will roll out a software program replace to iPhone 12 gadgets throughout the European Union to cut back the ability of their radio transmitters, after Brussels confirmed the mannequin doesn’t meet well being requirements.
The replace, due within the coming weeks, mirrors a change Apple launched in France in 2023 following testing by the ANFR radio frequency authority.
“We proceed to disagree with the French ANFR’s testing strategy, (however) respect the European Fee’s resolution,” Apple stated in a press release. “Prospects can use their iPhone 12 with full confidence, simply as they at all times have.”
The ANFR suspended gross sales of the iPhone 12 in September 2023 after discovering it emitted extreme electromagnetic vitality when held within the hand. Apple shortly issued a repair, however restricted it to French customers.
The European Fee confirmed the French regulator’s findings and measures in an Aug 19 resolution printed Monday (Sep 1) in its Official Journal, calling them “justified.”
