The French regulator ordered Apple to solve the problem with too strong electromagnetic radiation from the model or recall all gadgets.
France has ordered Apple to stop selling the iPhone 12 due to too strong electromagnetic radiation. BBC News reported this on September 13.
The previous day, the National Radio Frequency Agency (ANFR) warned the smartphone manufacturer that if the problem of increased radiation is not solved by updating the software, it should recall all iPhone 12 (even those sold that in the country).
According to ANFR, the device has a specific electromagnetic absorption rate (SAR) of 5.74 watts per kilogram – more than the limit set by the European Union for a phone when held in the hand or pocket.
The SAR indicator determines the energy of the electromagnetic field released in human tissues in one second. This indicator, in particular, measures the harmful effects of mobile phones on people.
Apple intends to challenge the ANFR’s decision. The company said it provided the regulator with its own laboratory and third-party test results showing the device meets all regulations.
Also, according to the manufacturer, the iPhone 12 is recognized as complying with radiation levels around the world.
It is noted that the World Health Organization has previously tried to allay concerns about radiation emitted by mobile phones. The WHO says there is no evidence that exposure to low-level electromagnetic fields is harmful to humans.
Let’s remember that the iPhone 12 was released in September 2020 and is still popular around the world.
On Tuesday, September 12, Apple presented its new products, including the Apple Watch, updated AirPods Pro headphones, and iPhone 15 line of smartphones.
Source: korrespondent
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