iPhone 12 gains surprise Qi2 support with iOS 17.4 update

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In a quiet update, Apple enabled 15W Qi2 wireless charging on iPhone 12 with the recent iOS 17.4 release. This means you can now leverage the benefits of supported Qi2 chargers. Macworld first discovered this functionality and confirmed it through testing alongside Belkin. Belkin verified that their Qi2 chargers deliver 15W charging to the updated iPhone 12. Anker has also confirmed similar compatibility for their Qi2 chargers.

As the pioneer of MagSafe on iPhones, the iPhone 12 has always supported 15W magnetic charging. However, other iPhones were limited to slower 7.5W wireless charging unless they used certified MagSafe chargers. This update effectively brings all MagSafe iPhones under the Qi2 umbrella, offering greater flexibility and potentially more affordable charging options.

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Apple extends iPhone 12 service program for speaker issue

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Apple adds an extra year to the eligibility window for an iPhone 12 service recall program launched in August 2021. This program targets iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro smartphones that are getting "no sound issues" because of a faulty component in the receiver module. When Apple launched the program, it covered two years of the affected units from its first retail sale. The company quietly updated the support document to extend the coverage to three years.

Apple said at that time a "very small percentage" of iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro devices "may experience sound issues due to a component that might fail on the receiver module." The company said phones affected were manufactured between October 2020 and April 2021. The requirement to be eligible is that your iPhone “not emit sound from the receiver when you make or receive calls.” If you meet this criterion, Apple or an authorized provider will repair the issue at no cost. But if there are other damages/issues that "impairs the ability to complete the repair," it will fix this trouble first. And that repair could cost you.

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Apple will fix faulty speakers on a 'small percentage' of iPhone 12, 12 Pro for free

If you noticed an issue with your iPhone 12 or 12 Pro's speaker, you might be eligible for a free repair from Apple. The company shared on a blog post that a "very small percentage" of devices manufactured between October 2020 and April 2021 might have some audio issues due to a component failure on the receiver module. If you can't omit the unwanted sound from the receiver when you make or take calls, you might be eligible for this free repair. You can find more information on how to verify your eligibility through this link.

This repair program doesn't include the iPhone 12 mini or Pro Max, so you'll have to pay for the repair of any problems there.

Via: Gizmodo

Belkin launches new MagSafe Car Vent Mount

Belkin has unveiled a new MagSafe-compatible car mount for the iPhone 12. This accessory is more streamlined and compact than its first iteration, and it clips right to your car's air vent. It still has a ball mount the lets you angle it the way you want, including horizontally.

The MagSafe Car Vent Mount comes with a built-in slot to help with cable management. The mount itself won't charge your handset, but you can plug in a Lightning cable to keep your iPhone charged. This Belkin accessory retails for US$39.99 (around CA$50).

Source: 9to5toys