Skechers is making kids' shoes with a hidden AirTag compartment

9 months ago

Skechers introduced kids’ sneakers with a hidden compartment for Apple AirTags.
The compartment is located inside the heel of the shoe.
Parents can track their child's location via the AirTag (not included with the shoes).
This is a third-party product by Skechers, not an official Apple collaboration.
AirTags are designed for tracking items, not people, but parents use them for kids.
Other AirTag-compatible products include bracelets, insoles, pins, and knock-off Crocs Jibbitz.
AirTags use Bluetooth beaconing, not GPS, making them less effective for fast-moving objects.
AirTags have been misused for stalking, leading to lawsuits and anti-stalking features by Apple.
Skechers’ AirTag shoes are only available in kids’ sizes, reducing potential misuse for adults.
Future products could target adults with conditions like dementia, raising privacy concerns.

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