Apple has released a software update for the iPhone 12 to address concerns raised by French regulators regarding radiation emissions from the devices.
This move follows the recent ban on the sale of iPhone 12 models in France due to alleged violations of European regulations governing radiation levels emitted by electronic devices.
The ban, which coincided with the launch of Apple's iPhone 15 series, created a challenging situation for the tech giant.
Without a resolution, the iPhone 12 sales ban could have continued indefinitely, potentially impacting the newer iPhone 15 series as well.
Initially, Apple contested the findings of the French regulators, pointing out that the iPhone 12 had received certification from several international organizations.
However, the company later decided to take action by developing a software update specifically tailored to meet the requirements of French testing methods.
The newly developed update has been submitted to the Agence Nationale des Fréquences (ANFR), France's national frequency agency.
In light of the French regulators' concerns, other European Union countries have also expressed interest in receiving the software update for their respective regions.
It is anticipated that French regulators will conduct safety tests once more, this time with the updated software.
The results of these tests will play a pivotal role in determining whether iPhone 12 sales can resume in France and whether there is a need to recall devices already in the country.
