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AirPods, other electronics may interfere with pacemakers, study finds

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Cardiologists are advising patients with pacemakers and defibrillators to be cautious with devices like Apple's AirPods due to potential magnetic interference. A study published in Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology found that the magnetic fields emitted by AirPods, along with other electronics like the iPhone 12 Pro Max and Surface Pen, can trigger a safety mode in cardiovascular implantable devices (CIDs). While not a complete ban, patients are advised to keep these devices at least six inches away from their CIDs and to consult their physician for personalized guidance. AI

IMPACT Potential need for medical device users to alter usage of common consumer electronics.

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AirPods, other electronics may interfere with pacemakers, study finds

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Alec Hively) ·

    Why your cardiologist might tell you to skip AirPods

    The magnetic fields emitted by your headphones will need to be used a safe distance away from your CIDs.

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