The unlocking technology to unlock a validly purchased power tool I have no problem with. What I do have a problem with is the following:
“They say that these publicly-accessible records “can be used by retailers, manufacturers, and law enforcement to validate authentic purchases.”
If the tool was purchased then it was unlocked. Why in the hell would retailers, manufacturers, and law enforcement need information on an unlocked tool? If the tool is unlocked, then the assumption should be that it was purchased.
The electronic tags they put on the product is scanned and 'validates' the item as sold along with your card ID if used.
Then the cameras stationed everywhere record your purchase and the ones in the lot record your car as your phone tracks your every move.
If the tag wasn't scanned, the sensor at the door would 'beep' if installed as many did. The security guard would come detain you and/or call the police if determined necessary.
The unlocking technology to unlock a validly purchased power tool I have no problem with. What I do have a problem with is the following:
“They say that these publicly-accessible records “can be used by retailers, manufacturers, and law enforcement to validate authentic purchases.”
If the tool was purchased then it was unlocked. Why in the hell would retailers, manufacturers, and law enforcement need information on an unlocked tool? If the tool is unlocked, then the assumption should be that it was purchased.
You are correct.
The electronic tags they put on the product is scanned and 'validates' the item as sold along with your card ID if used.
Then the cameras stationed everywhere record your purchase and the ones in the lot record your car as your phone tracks your every move.
If the tag wasn't scanned, the sensor at the door would 'beep' if installed as many did. The security guard would come detain you and/or call the police if determined necessary.
So yeah, it's all about anti-theft security. ;)