Why your cardiologist might tell you to skip AirPods

A 2022 study found that magnetic fields from AirPods, iPhone 12 Pro Max, Apple Pencil, and Microsoft Surface Pen are strong enough to trigger magnet-safe mode in cardiovascular implantable devices. This mode temporarily prevents defibrillators and pacemakers from detecting irregularities like tachycardia. The risk extends to cell phones, smart watches, and e-cigarettes.