Australian stores stop selling Apple AirTag because of child safety issues
Just a few weeks ago, Apple launched the AirTag with great fanfare. Although the device has been put on shelves in some areas, the company appears to be grappling with unexpected problems in Australia.
Officeworks, a large Australian chain, has decided to stop selling AirTag for the safety of its children. For some reason, they have received complaints that replaceable batteries are too easy to remove and may be swallowed by children.
"Officeworks will not store the product until the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission provides further guidance. Officeworks will continue to work with Apple to resolve any security issues," a representative of the chain said.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) said it was aware of the safety of children, adding that retailers were retailers and could decide whether they could withdraw a product from the store if they found a safety risk.
"ACCC has noted some reports raising concerns about the accessibility of button batteries in Apple's AirTag products," the group said. "if suppliers find their products unsafe, ACCC wants suppliers to voluntarily recall those products to inform consumers of risks, resolve safety issues or remove products from the market."
As you might expect, Apple has responded by explaining that the AirTag meets all international child safety standards and that removing the battery is not as easy as it sounds.
An Australian spokesman said: "the AirTag is designed to meet international child safety standards, including those required by Australia, and requires a two-step push and rotation mechanism to use user-replaceable batteries."
At this point, stores in other areas where Apple AirTag can be purchased will withdraw the device for security reasons.
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