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FCC Part 15 approvals[1] cover all electronic devices, not just those that intentionally emit electromagnetic radiation. All computer equipment still needs appr
by tb 17y ago
FCC Part 15 approvals[1] cover all electronic devices, not just those that intentionally emit electromagnetic radiation. All computer equipment still needs approval before it can be sold to ensure that it doesn't unintentionally radiate excessively or in bands that can interfere with other equipment, and that it will still operate correctly when subjected to radiation from other equipment.
Further, the non-GSM iPad has WiFi, which brings it under the FCC approvals for wireless transmissions in unlicensed spectrum.
[1] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Title_47_CFR_Part_15 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Title_47_CFR_Part_15
- tptacek 17y agoI figured someone would say that, but given the fact that practically every other Apple product falls under that umbrella (not to mention practically every other product in the entire industry), I'm not putting too much stock in the WiFi iPad being held up for regulatory reasons.
- wglb 17y agoAre you saying that because Apple has some products already approved, that they don't need to get specific approval for the iPad? Isn't the approval on a per-device basis?
- Daniel_Newby 17y agoThey can start taking orders whenever they want. It's delivery that has to wait for regulatory approval.
- wglb 17y agoNo, from TFA “Application availability and pricing are subject to change. This device has not yet been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained.”
- gte910h 17y agoIf they use a modular laptop card in it, they do not need separate approval.