Motorola just announced its Android-based device tracker, and I’m sure if you saw it too, you’d have the same thoughts as I did. It looks very familiar… Almost too familiar. Modeled precisely on Apple’s AirTag, the Moto Tag is a tiny tracking device that works within the Android OS, allowing you to effectively and accurately track your belongings. When I first saw the Moto Tag, I found myself feeling a familiar sense of smugness at the fact that an Android company copied Apple (they did with the removal of the headphone jack, with the camera notch)… but then I remembered that the inverse is also true. The WWDC event was pretty much Apple announcing Android-like features for the iPhone, and rebranding Artificial Intelligence to Apple Intelligence. The catch there was that Apple took its sweet time to implement these features, but also did a better job. If you extend that benefit of doubt the other way, it becomes a lot easier to appreciate the Moto Tag for what it brings to the table.
Designer: Motorola
Like the AirTag, the Moto Tag is a small, circular disc slightly larger than a quarter. It boasts a user-replaceable CR2032 battery that Motorola claims will last a full year on a single charge. While it lacks a built-in keyring loop (there’s a clever reason why it copies the AirTag so shamelessly), it integrates seamlessly with the revamped Google Find My Device network. This ensures easy pairing with countless Android smartphones, allowing users to locate and even make the Moto Tag play a sound for easier retrieval.
Looking towards the future, Motorola has equipped the Moto Tag with ultrawideband (UWB) technology. This paves the way for “precision tracking,” a feature that will provide detailed on-screen instructions for finding the tracker when you’re in close proximity. While similar to Apple’s Precision Finding with AirTags, this functionality currently awaits an update to Google’s Find My Device network.
However, the Moto Tag boasts a unique feature that sets it apart: a built-in button. This button, cleverly placed where the “M” of the Motorola logo sits, can be pressed to make your paired smartphone ring. This comes in handy in those moments when you’ve misplaced your phone but have the Moto Tag within reach.
The multi-functionality doesn’t stop there. The button can also be used to trigger the camera shutter or recording button on Motorola phones, or any Android phone for that matter, making capturing content on the go a breeze. Finally, the Moto Tag is IP67 rated for dust, water, and dirt resistance, ensuring it can withstand everyday bumps and spills without compromising its tracking abilities.
But before you bash Motorola for being unimaginative or blatantly copying a product’s shape and size, there truly IS a clever reason why Motorola probably chose to make their tracking device look almost exactly like their competitor. Apple’s AirTag already has a flourishing accessory ecosystem. From holders and hangers to carabiners and even stickers that let you attach your AirTag to the inner lining of suitcases and laptop bags, the AirTag has no shortage of accessories to accompany it… and by copying the AirTag’s form factor, Motorola’s ensured absolute compatibility of every one of these accessories with the Moto Tag too. It’s genius, to leverage your competitor’s success to boost your own product. Isn’t it?!
Your DSLR may not have Apple FindMy, but the folks at Polar Pro have a clever alternative. Meet the Defender, a camera body cap that fits directly over the lens rim, protecting the sensor inside from damage or exposure to outer elements. Designed to fit on a wide range of models, the Defender isn’t just a protective cover, it comes with a hollow design that lets you stow away essentials including SD cards or even an Apple AirTag. Pop the Defender onto your camera and now not only do you have memory cards available to you at the tip of your fingers, you’ve also got a camera that you can track on your iPhone or any other Apple device. Smart, eh?!
The Defender Body Cap comes with a 6061 aluminum outer body, eschewing the plastic construction found on most default camera body caps. The aluminum offers stronger protection, defending your camera from bumps, scratches, and offering much higher protection than flimsy plastic.
The Defender’s secret sauce, however, lies in its inserts that fit into the body cap, allowing you to store items inside the cap’s spacious form factor. Polar Pro offers 3 inserts to choose from – one that holds an AirTag, another that holds 1 SD and 2 MicroSD cards, and a third that holds a CFexpress A card. The caveat, however, is that you can only use 1 insert at a time, which means you can’t simultaneously store an AirTag with an SD card (which feels like a bit of a lost opportunity to be honest), but I’d probably pick an AirTag any day, given that SD cards can easily fit in a wallet.
This nifty feature means your camera’s body cap now has a secondary purpose – hidden storage. The cap fits on Sony, Nikon, and Canon cameras, allowing you to pretty much attach the Defender onto DSLRs, SLRs, Mirrorless cameras, or even full-frame video cameras. Pop an AirTag in and your camera can easily be tracked on your FindMy app, so that if it ever gets misplaced or stolen, you’ll know exactly where it is. Chances are nobody will know the body cap has an AirTag concealed inside it, and anyone who values cameras will know better than to throw the body cap away.
The Polar Pro Defender comes in 3 colors – Black, Desert, and Forest, and ships with all 3 inserts, allowing you to choose what to tuck away in your body cap.
If you asked anyone on the streets, they’d probably agree that Apple stands at the cutting edge of innovation. The company leads the smartphone market, wearable market, and tablet market, is one of the leaders in the desktop and laptop markets too, and is touted to be quite the disruptor in the AR/VR market too. Apple makes its own silicon, has a remarkable supply chain, runs its entire headquarters on renewable energy, and is set to go entirely carbon neutral by 2030. The company improves each product line at most every year, or at least every 2-3 years, but there are products in Apple’s production line that still haven’t seen updates in 3-4 or more years (some haven’t been updated in almost 9 years at this point). We’ve made a list of some of the ‘oldest’ products still available on Apple’s website dating back as early as 2015 and as recent as 2021. Now sure, all these devices are pretty great even by today’s standards… but there’s definitely room for improvement… and we’ve taken the liberty to leave out accessories like connectors and cables. Here are some of the ‘oldest’ Apple products you can still buy today.
Magic Mouse Gen 2 (2015)
It’s been nearly a decade since the infamous Magic Mouse Gen 2 got an update. Okay, maybe that isn’t entirely true because the wireless mouse did get a refresh in 2019 and 2021, but the only thing that materially changed was the introduction of new color variants. Even today, however, the mouse runs on the same internals, houses the same Lightning port, and still charges in a way that continues to baffle users around the globe. It’s speculated that Apple will be giving the mouse a refresh in 2024, although most rumors say that the company only plans on upgrading the charging port to USB-C. If you ask me, there’s a lot more they can do to improve the Magic Mouse’s design…
Magic Trackpad 3 (2015)
The Magic Trackpad 3 too shares this distinction with the Magic Mouse Gen 2. Debuted in 2015, the trackpad has only received color refreshes in upcoming years. However, the distinct difference between the trackpad and the mouse is that there really seems to be no room for improvement as far as this product is concerned. It looks sleek, performs well, and is wireless. It also charges via Lightning, which is something Apple should change moving forward, but at least you don’t need to turn the trackpad upside down while charging it…
Pro Display XDR (2019)
2019 really got overshadowed by the cheesegrater Mac Pro and its incredibly expensive wheels, but alongside them was also announced the Pro Display XDR. Designed to be the most high-end display available for Mac users, the display boasted a 32-inch 6K Retina screen with an ‘astonishing’ 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio and an eye-watering $4999 starting price – that’s about as much as one Vision Pro headset and one iPhone 15 Pro Max with some change to spare. Surely the Pro Display XDR isn’t for everyone (Apple has a slightly more affordable Studio Display for most users), which is probably why Apple never gave it an update post-2019. After all, do you really need to upgrade a 32-inch 6K Retina display?! Fun Fact: The cheesegrater Mac Pro actually got an update in June 2023 with the M2 Ultra chip, leaving the Pro Display XDR behind.
AirPods Max (2020)
It became almost certain when Apple acquired Beats by Dre that they had plans of their own to enter the wearable audio market in a big way. The Beats acquisition happened in 2014, and just 2 years later, Apple dropped the first wireless AirPods in 2016. However, it took the company 4 full years to release their first wireless over-ear headsets. The AirPods Max debuted in December of 2020, immediately becoming Apple’s flagship wearable audio device. It had everything – an aluminum design, a woven head strap, a fancy charging case, a rotating crown, and Spatial Audio (one of the first devices to support the feature). In all honesty, Apple doesn’t really NEED to refresh the AirPods Max because feature-for-feature, they’re just as good today as they were 4 years ago. However, there’s always room for improvement – for example, the AirPods Max doesn’t have an Ultra-Wideband chip that makes them easy to track using Apple’s Find My app, the charging case is one of the most absurd designs ever, and hey, we’re still stuck on Lightning when the AirPods Pro have upgraded to USB-C.
AirTag (2021)
Ah, the AirTags, every clutterbrain and stalker’s best friend. Announced in 2021, the AirTag leverages Apple’s Find My network and their Ultra-Wideband chip to really help you track and detect objects with precise accuracy. They run on CR2032 batteries which last around a year and are easy to replace – a big improvement over some tracking devices that have built-in batteries that can’t be removed. However, the AirTags haven’t seen any update since their announcement in 2021. Now here’s the question again – do they need updating? Well, on the feature front, no… they’re pretty good, have anti-stalking features, and are fairly helpful when it comes to tracking everything from bags, to pets, to even vehicles. However, the one major upgrade they need is on the design front. They’re circular and bulky, which makes them difficult to store in wallets, passport covers, and other slim belongings. Heck, I’d like a slim AirTag just so I could strap it to my Apple TV remote which keeps getting lost every third day.
iPad Mini 6th Gen (2021)
The AirTags weren’t the only product to get left behind in 2021 – Apple hasn’t refreshed the iPad Mini in 3 years either, still leaving it with the A15 Bionic chip while the other iPads get their M-series chips. Now it’s entirely possible that Apple’s held the iPad Mini back all these years deliberately – the people who buy the tiny iPad aren’t Apple’s core tablet users. They don’t need power features, they don’t edit movies on their tablet, and they clearly don’t need their tablet to work as a makeshift laptop with a dedicated keyboard folio case. However, the iPad Mini 6th Gen does support the 2nd Gen Apple Pencil and does have a USB-C port that also works for connecting external displays. The iPad Mini, as small as it is, was built to be a mighty little tablet. However, that A15 Bionic chip doesn’t really compare to the M3 chip that Apple’s due to give its latest iPads this year. Could we also see a better camera system on the iPad Mini if it gets refreshed soon? I surely hope so… but up until then, we’re stuck with the model from 2021.
Bonus – Apple Card (2019)
The Apple Card makes it to this list for purely technical reasons, but truth be told, there’s never any need to update a payments card the way you’d update smartphones and tablets every year. Apple announced the card in 2019 in partnership with Goldman Sachs, but as of 2023 November, Goldman Sachs will stop providing banking support for the card, leaving Apple to look for another partner. As far as the card’s design goes, there’s not much you can upgrade – the Apple Card comes machined from solid titanium, making it highly durable, but it’s still susceptible to scratches or discoloration. Maybe color variants??
The new iPhone 15 isn’t just a simple upgrade from last year’s model. Sure, there are typical improvements as far as hardware specs go, but features like the improved camera system, USB-C port, and programmable action button present a whole new experience as well. Of course, that’s also a prime opportunity for designers and manufacturers to enhance that experience with their own products, offering options and features that Apple itself doesn’t. This year, we’ve collected a few of these novel and interesting designs that take your iPhone and Apple products to the next level. Here are five such products, designed to satisfy your cravings for new experiences and new memories created from your Wonderlust.
1. PITAKA StarPeak MagEZ Case 4
Apple used the portmanteau of “wonder” and “wanderlust” to frame the launch of the iPhone 15 series as the perfect partner for life’s journeys. And, when it comes to that metaphor, no other objects inspire the imagery of travel than the stars that helped the earliest navigators and the mountains that represent the highest goal of one’s endeavors. PITAKA captured these images and preserved them for posterity on its latest StarPeak MagEZ Case 4 for the new iPhone 15 series, creating a memorable visual and tactile experience that calls to mind beautiful memories of gazing at the Milky Way Galaxy at night or pondering what lies Over The Horizon.
PITAKA’s goal has always been to create a fusion of technology and art, and nowhere is that better seen than in the PITAKA StarPeak MagEZ Case 4. Made from the brand’s unique Fusion Weaving technology, the case creates patterns of alternating colors that are reminiscent of beautiful pixel art. Both of the two designs available speak to the human desire for travel and growth. “Milky Way Galaxy” paints the case with a hazy band of stars that have long been the inspiration for myths and stories, representing aspirations and growth. “Over the Horizon” brings mountain ranges that draw your mind to what lies beyond, sparking wonder and a sense of adventure.
PITAKA’s use of woven aramid fibers gives the StarPeak MagEZ cases a unique visual flair, but its benefits go beyond just appearances. Stronger and lighter than steel, the cases offer premium protection without unnecessarily bulking up the phone’s slim silhouette. At only 0.95mm thin, it’s as if you’re holding a naked iPhone, but with one crucial difference. The unique granular texture of the woven aramid fibers creates a 3D grip that brings confidence and comfort to your hold.
The StarPeak MagEZ Case 4 offers a new experience that goes beyond aesthetics and nature. Built-in NFC chips add a touch interaction, allowing owners to verify the authenticity of the product or access matching themes, music, games, and services provided by PITAKA. It is MagSafe compatible as well, which enhances the value of the case when used with other accessories, from chargers to stands. An asymmetrical raised camera lip provides not only protection for the iPhone 15’s biggest upgrade, it also makes the case look more elegant and fashionable.
Last but definitely not least, the PITAKA StarPeak MagEZ Case 4 delivers a strong sustainability message in support of the planet we’re all traveling on. Its package is made from environment-friendly, biodegradable bagasse material, and the camera lip will be made from recycled aramid fiber. Built to last and designed to remind us of our Earthly home, the PITAKA StarPeak MagEZ Case 4 brings beauty and protection as you take your iPhone 15 on your adventures, big or small.
You are definitely going to want to protect your shiny new iPhone 15, especially considering how not-so-expensive it is. At the same time, however, you probably don’t want to make your new partner look like a tank heading into a warzone. It’s a bit difficult to find a solution that satisfies both requirements in the best way possible, but CASETiFY managed to pull a rabbit out of its hat. With the new CASETiFY Ultra Bounce cases, you get the protection you can rely on that still lets your iPhone or your choice of design shine through.
The secret to this new case is the combination of a 6-layer Rugged Protection System and specially designed corners with air pockets that provide structural support for the phone when accidents do happen. The clear material of its back lets your iPhone show off its true colors, but you also have the option to customize the design to really make the case yours. Even better, the CASETiFY Ultra Bounce is made of recycled plastics gathered from discarded cases, creating a more sustainable ecosystem that benefits everyone, including the planet.
3. MagSafe Origami Grip Stand
With the iPhone 15’s gorgeous display and more powerful cameras, you’ll probably want to use it more often to watch your favorite flicks and record precious moments. There are plenty of accessories that can prop up an iPhone on a table or help you hold it up securely and steadily, but few are able to do both. The ones that do serve both purposes, often end up adding unappealing bulk to your slim iPhone. Thankfully, there’s an elegant solution that takes inspiration from the centuries-old Japanese art of folding paper.
You won’t be making paper cranes, but you and your friends might be enchanted by how this MagSafe grip stand can fold into the support that your iPhone 15 needs and then fold flat after its task is done. A strong magnet lets it stick to your phone almost like glue and lets you stick your phone on any metal surface, be it a car door, a metal pole, or a fridge. Every part and fold of this stylish accessory serves a purpose, including the hole that lets you slip in a finger to have a better grip on your phone. Taking selfies and watching videos has never been easier!
4. AirPods/AirPods Pro Neck Strap
Losing a single AirPod or forgetting to even check if they’re inside their case has become sort of a running gag, but the stress and expense these situations cause is no laughing matter. Going back to wired EarPods is quite impossible and impractical at this point, so we need a better solution that combines the best of both worlds. That’s where these fashionable woven neck straps come in, providing a rather ingenious solution that keeps your AirPods safe in a visually interesting way.
The gist of the AirPods Neck Strap’s solution is to have the buds magnetically attach to the ends of one of these colorful woven cords, allowing you to hang the buds around your neck without tying you down to actual wired earphones. When they’re not in your ears, the buds can magnetically clasp together to close the loop, preventing them from snagging or falling off. Now you’ll never have to lose those AirPods again and also get a beautiful necklace in the process!
5. AirTag Carabiner
Sometimes, what you want to protect isn’t just your iPhone or its accessories. You most likely have important bags and items like keys that you should never ever lose. Unfortunately, mishaps do happen, and Apple’s small AirTags were designed exactly for that problem. These trackers’ slim and petite forms make them easy to use but only to a certain extent. When it comes to attaching them to other things, however, they almost become a liability, which is why this durable, all-weather carabiner was created, ensuring the safety of your possessions as well as the AirTag itself under all circumstances.
This all-metal carabiner provides both function and aesthetics when it comes to holding your AirTag. Unlike alternatives made from leather or silicone, this AirTag Carabiner is made to stand the test of time and weather the elements, while also securely holding onto your keys, bags, bikes, and any other object you need to keep track of. The metallic surfaces and colors also give the product a more memorable personality that fits the lifestyle of an adventurer always on the lookout for new experiences, with their iPhone 15 and AirPods in tow.
For years, sci-fi movies have popularized the ability to ‘attach’ tracking devices onto objects… but not a single tracking device comes with any ability to be attached to anything. Whether it’s trackers from Apple, Chipolo, Tile, or any other company, they’re all devices that can be inserted or casually dropped into pockets, slots, and pouches, or fastened onto keys and rings using fixtures. However, the TagVault: Fabric is changing that by being the first fabric-based and fabric-friendly AirTag mount. With a flexible sticker that holds your AirTag to a multitude of surfaces, the TagVault: Fabric truly lets you ‘attach’ your tracking device to any object, be it the inside of your travel case, camera bag, backpack, jacket, or any other valuable item worth attaching your AirTag to. The fabric sticker simply slaps onto any surface, working with rigid materials like a hard-shell briefcase or flexible materials like the inner fabric lining of your camera bag. Rather than chucking your AirTag into a bag and having it rattling around and possibly getting mixed up with your other stuff, the TagVault: Fabric cleverly holds your AirTag in one place – while being all-black so it discreetly blends right into the background.
The TagVault: Fabric consists of a hard-plastic shell that holds the AirTag, and a soft sticker material that lets you stick the TagVault onto surfaces. The adhesive base securely adheres to nylon, polyester, vinyl, rubberized fabrics, and GORE-TEX, offering a strong, secure fit that can withstand knocks and bumps. The TagVault installs in seconds, but takes 24 hours for the adhesive to completely stick onto any fabric. However, the makers at Elevation Lab mention that the TagVault: Fabric won’t stick on damage-prone surfaces like leather, fuzzy fabrics like microfibers, or even stretchy materials.
The TagVault: Fabric’s flexible surface makes it great for attaching to items like the insides of bags. Just slap the TagVault onto the inner lining of your laptop bag, purse, suitcase, camera bag, or even spectacle case, and you can instantly track the item without worrying about the AirTag falling off or falling out. The black color makes the TagVault: Fabric perfect for the inside of black bags, allowing it to blend right in without anyone noticing, and a plastic cap on top lets you access the AirTag, giving you the option to remove it if you want to change the batteries or just put the same tracker in another bag. The TagVault, however, can’t be reused or re-stuck on any other surface. Once stuck on a surface, it stays there till you peel it off, so it’s best if you buy a 2-pack or a 4-pack.
To add your AirTag, simply lift the plastic cover and place the AirTag in. You can easily take the AirTag out if you want to swap out batteries.
Secure your valuables by adding a discreet AirTag to your bag.
Apple’s tiniest iPod just happens to have the perfect form factor to become a case for the company’s tiny tracking device!
The Shuffle AirTag Case from elago is just the perfect accessory for any true blue Apple nerd. Designed to look almost exactly like a 4th Gen iPod Shuffle, this tiny legend just happens to be a protective case for your AirTag. Made from soft silicone, it protects your tracking device from bumps and scratches, while a keyring lets you secure it to bags, backpacks, etc. Manufactured to stunning detail, it also happens to perfectly capture the iPod Shuffle’s sheer iconic beauty, with the circular interface on the front, to even the switch and 3.5mm audio input on the bottom!
The Shuffle AirTag Case comes in two colors – mint green and black, although I wholeheartedly prefer the latter. It’s one out of many of elago’s wonderful ‘Blast from the Past’ series of cases and covers for Apple devices and captures the fun history of Apple’s journey as a tech giant that went on to disrupt computers, music players, and then phones. This adorable crossover has the AirTag cosplaying as Apple’s smallest iPod, with dimensions that match the iPod Shuffle just perfectly.
The Shuffle Case’s silicone construction allows you to snugly fit the AirTag in, with its metallic disc base sticking out from the back. The silicone design in no way inhibits or blocks the AirTag’s tracking and broadcasting abilities, although you may find the ringing to be a little muffled. Moreover, if you’ve custom-engraved your AirTag, you won’t be able to see it since the white plastic element faces inwards. However, that’s a pretty small price to pay for what I easily believe is one of the most creatively nostalgic AirTag cases you can own!
Most AirTag holders don’t make claims of also being able to hold your keys, open bottles, dock your smartphone, or maneuver hex bolts… the Atech Innovation AirTag Holder does. Crafted from solid stainless steel (with an ABS plastic enclosure for the AirTag), this nifty little multitool from Atech gives you seven features in its compact design. Shaped like a carabiner, the multitool has an enclosure that lets you dock a single AirTag, giving you a piece of EDC you can track easily using your Apple devices. A hole in the top lets you secure a keychain to your AirTag Holder, and cleverly oriented design details let you open screws and bottles, as well as use your AirTag Holder as a stand for your smartphone.
The AirTag holder comes with a flat-ish design that’s stamped out of a sheet of stainless steel. A cutout lets you comfortably place your AirTag within the metal frame and two ABS plastic discs hold the tracking device in place without causing any interference in its signal. A built-in carabiner clip lets you fasten your AirTag Holder to pretty much anything, from your pant’s belt loop to your backpack, and a keychain hole lets you add keys to your multitool.
The AirTag Holder’s 7-in-1 design is a mixed bag of features, although the one you’re most likely to use (after the carabiner and keychain) is the bottle opener. Right below it also sits a rectangular slot that lets you prop your smartphone up, turning your multitool into a rather makeshift phone stand. You can’t really control what angle your phone will stand at, and it’ll depend mostly on how slim your smartphone is, and whether it has a case or not. The rectangular notch also works as a 12mm hex driver, while the AirTag Holder also comes with two more dedicated hex drivers (5.5mm and 1/4H).
The Atech Innovation AirTag Holder comes in black and white variants, and ships with a 1-year warranty (extendable to 3 years upon registration). While the AirTag Holder isn’t the most power-packed multitool we’ve featured on the site, its most obvious benefit is the fact that you can attach the world’s most advanced consumer-grade tracking device to it, so you never lose your multitool (or by extension, your keys). The Atech Innovation AirTag Holder doesn’t ship with an AirTag, just FYI. You’ll still have to buy one separately.
Apple's AirTag is a small, coin-shaped device that allows users to track and locate their personal items such as keys, wallets, and bags, using the "Find My" app on their iPhone, iPad, or Mac. The AirTag utilizes Apple's U1 chip, which is capable of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, to provide precise location tracking.
Design-wise, the AirTag is sleek and minimalistic. It features a stainless steel surface with a glossy white finish, and the device is small enough to fit on keychains or in wallets. The AirTag is also IP67 water and dust resistant, making it durable enough to withstand everyday wear and tear.
The AirTag uses a built-in speaker to play a sound when prompted through the Find My app, making it easy to locate items that are nearby but out of sight. The app also provides a map view that shows the last known location of the AirTag and allows users to mark the item as lost, which will cause the AirTag to emit a sound when it comes into range of any iPhone, iPad, or Mac signed into iCloud. The AirTag also has a built-in accelerometer that can detect when it's been moved, which can be used to detect theft.
The AirTag also has a feature called "Precision Finding," which uses the U1 chip and AR to provide a more precise location of the AirTag. When an AirTag is within range of an iPhone 11 or newer, the device's camera and AR are used to provide an on-screen pointer that guides the user to the exact location of the AirTag.
The AirTag runs on a user-replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery, which is rated to last for over a year with normal use. It also has a built-in battery status indicator in the Find My app, so users can easily check the battery level of their AirTags.
Overall, the Apple AirTag is a useful and well-designed device that makes it easy to locate and track personal items. The integration with the Find My app and the use of UWB technology provide precise location tracking and the Precision Finding feature is a great addition. The device is durable and easy to use, and the battery life is more than enough for regular use.
Watch this super cool unboxing video of the Apple AirTag to see its design and features up close
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehv3zQAa9zM
The Apple AirTag is great for travel for a few reasons:
Locate misplaced items: It can be easy to misplace items while traveling, such as passports, luggage, or even rental cars. With the AirTag, you can quickly locate misplaced items using the "Find My" app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
Peace of mind: Having the ability to track your valuable items can provide peace of mind while traveling. You can be sure that if something is lost or stolen, you have a way to track it down.
Precision Finding: The AirTag's Precision Finding feature uses AR technology to guide you to the exact location of your item, making it easier to find things that are out of sight. This can be particularly useful when trying to locate items in unfamiliar places, such as a hotel room or rental car.
Durable and Water-resistant: The AirTag is made of stainless steel and is IP67 water and dust resistant, which makes it durable enough to withstand everyday wear and tear. It can withstand accidental drops, splashes and other hazards that can happen while traveling
Battery life: AirTag comes with a user-replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery that can last over a year with normal use, so you won't have to worry about charging it beforehand.
All in all, the Apple AirTag is a great device for travelers as it provides the ability to locate and track items, peace of mind, precision finding, durability, and long battery life. You can also use the to keep track of your belongings and make your travel experience more enjoyable and stress-free.
The Apple AirTag has many pros and a few cons.
Pros:
Precise location tracking: The AirTag uses ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to provide precise location tracking, making it easy to locate misplaced items.
Integration with the "Find My" app: The AirTag seamlessly integrates with the "Find My" app on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, making it easy to locate items and view their last known location.
Precision Finding feature: This feature uses AR technology to guide users to the exact location of the AirTag, making it easy to find items that are out of sight.
Durable and water-resistant: The AirTag is made of stainless steel and is IP67 water and dust resistant, making it durable enough to withstand everyday wear and tear.
Long battery life: The AirTag's built-in user-replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery is rated to last for over a year with normal use, so users don't have to worry about charging it frequently.
Cons:
Requires an Apple device: The AirTag can only be set up and used with an iPhone, iPad, or Mac that is signed into iCloud.
Privacy concerns: Some people may be concerned about privacy implications of the AirTag, as it can be used to track the location of individuals without their knowledge or consent.
Limited range: Precision Finding feature only works when the AirTag is within range of an iPhone 11 or newer, which may be a limitation for some users.
Limited functionality without an iPhone: The AirTag's full feature set is only available when used in conjunction with an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Without one, it can only play a sound when prompted through the Find My app.
The Apple AirTag has several accessories available. Some examples include:
Keychains: You can attach the AirTag to a keychain, making it easy to keep track of your keys.
Holders: There are different holder options available that can be attached to bags, wallets, and other items to keep the AirTag securely in place.
Covers: Some covers are available for the AirTag, to protect it from scratches and bumps.
Carrying cases: Some carrying cases are available that are specifically designed to hold the AirTag and other items such as keys and wallets.
Luggage tags: There are luggage tags available that can hold the AirTag, making it easy to locate your luggage at the airport.
These accessories can be found on the official apple website or authorized resellers and online retailers.
Please note that some of the accessories may not be officially manufactured by Apple and quality may vary.
Q: What is the Apple AirTag? A: The Apple AirTag is a small, coin-shaped device that allows users to track and locate their personal items such as keys, wallets, and bags using the "Find My" app on their iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
Q: How does the AirTag work? A: The AirTag utilizes Apple's U1 chip, which is capable of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, to provide precise location tracking. Users can locate misplaced items through the "Find My" app on their iPhone, iPad, or Mac. The AirTag also has a built-in speaker to play a sound when prompted through the Find My app, making it easy to locate nearby items.
Q: Can I track my AirTag with any device? A: No, the AirTag can only be set up and used with an iPhone, iPad, or Mac that is signed into iCloud.
Q: Is the AirTag durable? A: Yes, the AirTag is made of stainless steel and is IP67 water and dust resistant, making it durable enough to withstand everyday wear and tear.
Q: How long does the battery last on the AirTag? A: The AirTag's built-in user-replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery is rated to last for over a year with normal use.
Q: Is the AirTag expensive? A: The AirTag is a premium device, you can buy a 4 pack around $99 or buy single device for much less.
Q: Is there a way to locate my AirTag if it's out of sight? A: Yes, the AirTag has a feature called "Precision Finding," which uses the U1 chip and AR to provide a more precise location of the AirTag when it's within range of an iPhone 11 or newer.
Q: Is the AirTag privacy-friendly? A: Some people may have concerns about privacy implications, as the AirTag could be used to track the location of individuals without their knowledge or consent.
Q: Is the AirTag good for travel? A: Yes, the AirTag is great for travel as it provides the ability to locate and track items, peace of mind, precision finding, durability, and long battery life. The Airtag will help you to easily keep track of your belongings and make your travel experience more enjoyable and stress-free.
Overall, the Apple AirTag is a useful and well-designed device that can be a great addition for anyone who frequently misplaces items or wants peace of mind when travelling.
The AirTag's precise location tracking, integration with the "Find My" app, Precision Finding feature, durability, and long battery life make it a convenient and effective tool for keeping track of personal items.
However, it's worth noting that the AirTag is a premium device and its cost may be prohibitive for some users. Additionally, the AirTag is only compatible with Apple devices, so it may not be a good fit for individuals who do not own an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Additionally, some people may have concerns about privacy implications, as the AirTag could be used to track the location of individuals without their knowledge or consent.
Ultimately, whether or not the AirTag is worth buying will depend on an individual's specific needs and preferences. An AirTag is definitely worth considering if you frequently misplace items and want a convenient and effective way to keep track of them.
Apple's official website: You can purchase the AirTag directly from Apple's website.
Apple Stores: The AirTag is also available for purchase at Apple Stores.
Authorized resellers: You can purchase the AirTag from authorized resellers such as Best Buy, Walmart and Target.
Carrier stores: Some carrier stores may also carry the AirTag.
Online retailers: Some online retailers like Amazon, B&H Photo, and Adorama may carry the AirTag.
Please note that the availability of the AirTag may vary depending on your location and other factors. It's always good to check the availability on the official apple website or in the nearest apple store before purchasing. For most locations buying the Airtag on amazon might be the fastest way.
“Can’t find the G Spot? There’s an app for that…”
The jokes practically write themselves with this hilariously audacious fan-made concept.
It’s true that Google is the undisputed king of search, and it’s also true that Apple and Samsung have both beaten Google to the punch when it’s come to searching for actual objects in the real world… so one designer decided to take matters into his own hands. Designed less as a serious concept and more as a way to really scratch a specific itch, Italy-based Obi Fidler created the G Spot – a mildly raunchy conceptual tracker with a name so wild I’d pay good money to watch Sundar Pichai give an entire keynote on it. The G Spot (I’m glad this isn’t YouTube or I’d probably be demonetized) is a simple GPS smart tracker designed in the vein of Apple’s own AirTag. It comes with the same portable, tiny design, and can be tracked through Google’s own Find My Device and Google Maps services. Unlike the AirTag, however, this particular product comes in a variety of colors to match your sense of style…
Designer: Obi Fidler
The idea for creating a Google-made tracker started with Obi asking himself the most obvious question ever – Google’s got everything in place. The ecosystem, the map network, the hardware chops, even a highly capable Tensor chip… so why hasn’t Google built a tracking device yet? Heck, it even has the market penetration needed! (Pun intended)
The G Spot device looks almost entirely like the AirTag, with a UI that carries forward rather seamlessly to the Android ecosystem. Strap the device to your keys or put it in your backpack and you can track it through your phone the way you would a Chipolo tracker. The trackers are small, have a battery life that lasts years, and are designed with the Tensor chip on the inside to provide security. The only real problem is that they’re conceptual, although I do hope Google comes around to creating their own tracking device.
What’s hilarious yet equally amazing about this concept is just the brilliant humor behind it. Designed to be as clever as an April Fool’s prank from Google, the G Spot’s promo images are just filled with puns galore, like the one below, or the fact that the tracker cases are referenced as ‘protection’. The entire project is filled with laughs and if you got this far, I’m sure you enjoyed reading about the G Spot as much as I did writing about it. I had a few more jokes that I didn’t end up adding to my article, like this being the one true G Spot men can easily locate!
Outwardly, it looks like your everyday average bicycle bell. However, what most people don’t know is that the AirBell is also a clever anti-theft device for your bicycle. Designed with a tiny hiding space for an Apple AirTag, the AirBell lets you track your bicycle without anyone really knowing. The AirTag helps you locate your bicycle when it’s missing or if you’re lost in a crowded parking lot, or better still, get notified about its location if it ever gets stolen. The AirBell’s universal design means it can attach to any existing bicycle without really any fancy or expensive upgrades, and uses Apple’s state-of-the-art ultrawide-band chip and ‘Find My’ tracking abilities to keep tabs on the whereabouts of your vehicle.
The AirBell’s design ticks all boxes – it’s simple to install and use, small, affordable, effective, and hides the AirTag just perfectly. It fits onto any standard bicycle handlebar with a 22mm diameter and installs in under a minute with a single screw to tighten it around the bar. The bell’s clamp comes crafted from extra-rugged, fiber-reinforced plastic, while the bell itself is made from aluminum, generating that pleasant, metallic ‘ting’ sound associated with most bells.
A small hatch right underneath the bell provides the perfect hiding space for a single AirTag. The bell’s ringer holds the two halves of the bell in place, with the tracking device sandwiched snugly in between. The overall device is small enough to be overlooked by thieves, and on first, second, or even third glance, it’s practically impossible to figure out that there’s an AirTag hiding inside it.
The bell functions normally, just like any other bell, while the AirTag underneath can be configured to track your bicycle in multiple ways. You can either set it up so you get a notification if it moves out of a certain radius (whether it’s stolen or towed) or just use it to locate your bike if you ever can’t seem to find where you’ve left it. The AirBell’s sold over 100,000 units, the designers say, and is currently holding the top spot for the #1 bicycle accessory on Amazon.
