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Apple is preparing a software update for all iPhone 12 models in the EU to address radiation testing concerns raised by French authorities, despite the company’s disagreement with the testing approach. The update follows a similar fix implemented in France three years ago and aims to reassure users of the device's safety.
Apple quietly upgraded the wireless charging capabilities of iPhone 12 models with the release of iOS 17.4, allowing them to charge faster with third-party Qi2 wireless charging pads, previously restricted to Apple-authorized devices. This upgrade, based on MagSafe technology, was not officially announced by Apple but has been confirmed through tests by Macworld. The Qi2 compatibility now enables iPhone 12 users to charge their devices at 15W with various third-party charging pads, offering a cost-effective alternative to Apple's own pads.
Apple quietly upgraded the wireless charging capabilities of iPhone 12 with the release of iOS 17.4, allowing users to charge their handsets much faster even with suitable third-party wireless charging pads, previously restricted to Apple-authorized devices. This upgrade, based on Qi2 technology, enables iPhone 12 to charge at 15W with compatible pads, and while not officially announced, it offers users more affordable charging options from third-party manufacturers. The upgrade is not available for iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 13 mini, which charge up to only 12W with standard Qi.
Apple quietly upgraded the wireless charging capabilities of iPhone 12 with the release of iOS 17.4, allowing users to charge their devices much faster with third-party wireless charging pads, previously restricted to Apple-authorized devices. This unexpected upgrade, utilizing the Qi2 standard, enables iPhone 12 to charge at 15W with compatible pads from any manufacturer, a feature not mentioned in the release notes. This enhancement brings cost-effective charging options for users and raises questions about Apple's decision not to announce this significant improvement.
The iOS 17.4 update brought a surprise upgrade for iPhone 12 users, enabling Qi2 charging at the full 15W speed, previously only available for newer iPhone models. Qi2, an open standard similar to MagSafe, offers faster charging and a magnetic connection to the phone. Testing has confirmed that iPhone 12 now supports 15W Qi2 charging, matching the speed of fully Apple-certified MagSafe chargers, providing an alternative for faster wireless charging at a slightly lower price.
iOS 17.4 update reportedly enables 15W Qi2 wireless charging support for iPhone 12, bringing it in line with iPhone 13 and 14. Qi2 is a next-gen wireless charging tech based on MagSafe, offering faster speeds. Third-party chargers without MagSafe certification were limited to 7.5W, but now can reach 15W with Qi2. Apple did not officially announce this update, possibly due to the iPhone 12's original Qi standard and MagSafe technology.
iOS 17.4 appears to have unlocked Qi2 support for the iPhone 12, allowing it to work at full 15W wireless charging speed when magnetically connected to a non-MagSafe Qi2 charger. This unofficial support was discovered through tests and feedback from users, and while Apple has not officially announced it, the iPhone 12 now matches the charging speed of fully Apple-certified MagSafe chargers. Belkin and Anker have both noted compatibility with Qi2 chargers for the iPhone 12, and Anker has clarified that while the iPhone 12 was designed before the Qi2 standard was introduced, it can still be charged on Qi2 chargers at a maximum of 7.5 watts.
A security flaw named LeftoverLocals has been discovered in Apple GPUs, affecting devices like the iPhone 12 and M2 MacBook Air. The vulnerability allows attackers with local access to the device to view leftover data processed by the chip, potentially exposing sensitive information. While Apple has issued fixes for some devices, others remain vulnerable, raising concerns about potential exploitation and the need for users to keep their devices updated with the latest OS versions.
A viral bridal photo showing a woman in three poses at once was not a result of image manipulation or glitched technology, but rather the iPhone 12's panoramic mode. The camera takes multiple pictures and stitches them together, resulting in wacky artifacts like missing arms and distorted faces. The phenomenon was reproduced in a video, debunking any theories of parallel realities.
Apple's iOS 17.1 update introduces new features for AirDrop and Apple Music, including the ability to continue AirDrop transfers via cellular connection and a Favorites feature on Apple Music. The update also addresses regulatory issues, such as exceeding radiation exposure limits on the iPhone 12, which led to a temporary ban in France. Other fixes include resolving screen burn-in issues and optimizing crash detection for iPhone 14 and iPhone 15.
Apple has released the iOS 17.1 release candidate to developers and beta testers, addressing iPhone 12 safety concerns and introducing new features. These features include updates to address radio frequency concerns on the iPhone 12, new StandBy mode settings, upgrades to Apple Music such as the ability to quickly find favorite songs and song suggestions, the ability to use cellular data for AirDrop when devices are out of range, and a flashlight symbol in the Live Activities feed. The release also includes bug fixes and improvements.
The French national frequency agency, ANFR, has leaked that iOS 17.1, the first major update to iOS 17, will be released by October 24 at the latest. This update resolves the issue of elevated RF radiation in the iPhone 12 in France by bringing it into compliance with regulatory limits. Apple has distributed the software update to certain voluntary customers and has committed to rolling it out to all French iPhone 12 users by the specified date. The update also includes new features such as an Apple Music favoriting feature and extended AirDrop sessions.
Apple's upcoming iOS 17.1 update will fix an issue that made the iPhone 12 temporarily illegal in France due to exceeding the country's specific absorption rate (SAR) limits for on-body emissions. The French regulator, ANFR, had banned the sales of iPhone 12 in September after conducting SAR tests. Apple stated that the iPhone 12 meets SAR limits when worn or carried, but the ANFR's test protocol required compliance even when the device is tested off-body. The software fix will allow the iPhone 12 to pass the ANFR's on-body emissions threshold when tested off-body, enabling Apple to resume sales in France.
Apple has explained how it addressed the radiation limit issue with the iPhone 12 in France. The approved software fix, included in iOS 17.1, reduces the power when the device is off-body on a static surface. This may result in slightly lower cellular performance in certain off-body use cases, but the majority of users are not expected to notice any impact.
Tom's Guide provides an iPhone 15 upgrade guide, comparing it to previous models. The iPhone 15 offers significant improvements over the iPhone 14, including a 48MP main camera, A16 Bionic chip, improved battery life, and a new design. For iPhone 13 owners, the upgrade brings a better camera, improved photo processing, and the switch from notch to Dynamic Island. iPhone 12 users will benefit from a brighter display, more storage, and no notch. Finally, iPhone 11 users will experience a leap forward with 5G support, OLED display, Ceramic Shield, and a more powerful A16 Bionic chip.