‘We would only do so under the order of a subpoena.’

Because they couldn’t. He bought the bag before they automatically tracked all purchasers with a unique ID on the bags they sell. The CEO of PD actively called the tip line.

  • darkdemize@sh.itjust.works
    323·
    7 days ago

    I would assume these are intended for use when hiking and mountain climbing. It could save your life if someone else has your GPS coordinates when you go missing.

    • bobs_monkey@lemm.ee
      91·
      7 days ago

      Any serious hiker concerned about that would carry an SOS beacon for an emergency. I would I no way want my backpack broadcasting my GPS location 24/7 in case I get lost in the woods.

    • RightEdofer@lemmy.caEnglish
      11·
      5 days ago

      Nah, nothing about Peak Designs (or any electronic gear backpack company)is intended for serious hiking let alone mountain climbing. The inexperienced day and over night hikers may rely on a phone as newer ones have rudimentary GPS ability. The more serious are using things like InReach.