Apple’s AirTags, for those who aren’t familiar, are small geo-trackers that you can put in your backpack, wallet, keychain, etc, that you can use your phone to track down. However, as realized by the ACCC, the AirTags are quite easy to pry open, exposing the battery inside. This has raised concerns about whether these batteries will pose a choking hazards for any curious young children. However, while this isn’t a direct order for change or product recall, some retailers are taking this warning seriously and removing AirTags from their shelves, as to potentially avoid being mixed up in legal proceedings if something were to happen. One substantial example is OfficeWorks, a large Australian chain. Australia is looking to introduce legislation that demands battery hatches to be more complicated to open. For example, using a screwdriver or even a paperclip is much more secure than a simple liftable hatch. This warning is the first step in making these devices safer, and Apple will want to address them before it becomes legally essential
