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> This might be a boon to AirTag stalkers who are too lazy or unskilled to disable the sound and upgrade the battery life.

What a nonsensical fear to have.

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Why is that nonsensical? Airtags are very nice little bits of technology, a marvel really. But examples of abuse are not theoretical. Increasing the battery life by years and placing the airtag in a waterproof case are totally valid things a legitimate user might wish to do, but it also enhances their nefarious or unethical use potential. That is not nonsense.

that's not the part that seems nonsensical. it's the idea that a stalker wouldn't just pull out the speaker.

Or for the comment's theoretical "too lazy or unskilled to disable the sound" stalker, wrap the airtag in a sock and stick it in a tupperware container.

"Put the airtag in a box" is not really an exclusive invention here.

Most criminals are dumb. Anything that makes their job easier can increase the crime rate/efficiency of their criminal activities. I'm pretty sure stalking with devices increased after the Airtag was released.

Even android will notify you if you are walking around with an airtag in your pocket.

Exactly, the "concern" is nonsense.

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