Apple's AirTags now have new battery safety alerts for kids
In a press release, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced that Apple has come out with updated warning labels on its AirTags and packaging to comply with new laws designed to prevent children from ingesting button-cell or coin-cell batteries.
The rule, known as "Reese's Law," will take effect on March 19, 2024, and requires that products containing button cell batteries feature explicit warnings that batteries can be lethal if ingested. AirTags shipped to the US after that date did not feature the required on-product and on-box warning labels, said the CPSC.
To comply with the law, Applehas now added a "warning symbol" to the battery compartment of AirTags and updated their packaging to include the mandated warning statements and symbols. Apple also updated the text in the **Find My app** that pops up when users are prompted to replace an AirTag battery to include warnings about the hazards of button and coin cell batteries.
Apple AirTags are miniature trackers that were introduced in 2021 to assist consumers locate stuff like keys and backpacks. The company is allegedly working on a new version of AirTags, which could be released later this year. These updates demonstrate how Apple works to meet safety regulations while continuously improving its products.