Latest News About Kmart Target recall: Anko radios on licensed bands

Updated 2026-06-17 23:54

ACMA recall the ANKO long-range walkie-talkies in Kmart and Target stores after licence-frequency breach raised compliance concerns. Sales up to February were noted. Shoppers were asked to stop using the devices and return for refunds. The 467.425 MHz band is allocated to licensed services, prompting regulatory scrutiny under Australian radiocommunications rules. Recall issued by ACMA, in-store refunds offered. Regulatory notice highlighted potential interference with licensed services and legal trouble if used outside licensed frequencies.

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Anko Walkie Talkie Recall issued after licence-frequency breach at Kmart, Target — Mogaz

Australia’s communications regulator has ordered a recall of Anko-branded long-range walkie-talkies sold at Kmart and Target after saying the devices were programmed to use radio frequencies that require a licence in Australia. The alert was issued for a product that was still on sale as recently as early February. The walkie-talkies, sold in packs of two and advertised with a talking range of up to 500 metres, were available online and in Kmart and Target stores across the country from...

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