What is an AirTag?<\/p>\n
Although Apple is no longer reinventing the wheel with innovative inventions, it is still creating impeccably well-designed products that are user-friendly and have a simplistic interface and design. The AirTags remain a primary example.<\/p>\n
An AirTag is a compact coin-shaped tracker that helps track lost items by displaying their location. <\/p>\n
You can use it to find personal items, like keys, bags, wallets, or pets, like my Lucy, using the Find My app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. It requires an Apple device, but its plug-and-play nature makes it simple for even the least tech-savvy user to figure out.<\/p>\n
How do AirTags work?<\/p>\n
An AirTag works through Bluetooth and the Find My app, which syncs it to the vast, global Find My network. If something \u2014 or someone, like my Lucy \u2014 goes missing and is out of range of my Bluetooth, the AirTag will broadcast signals to devices within the network.<\/p>\n
These \u2018finder devices,\u2019 as they\u2019re frequently called, are completely anonymous and can alert me to Lucy\u2019s location on my iCloud. And if you have an iPhone 11 or newer version, the AirTag\u2019s U1 chip will use Precision Finding, which uses sensors to guide you to a nearby device. <\/p>\n
It will guide you to a general area, but if you want it to be exact, \u201cPrecise Location\u201d needs to be manually toggled on<\/a> in your iPhone settings. But you can choose location access from the following categories: <\/p>\n Thanks to social media and news outlets showcasing its uses<\/a>, the AirTag has been a popular item since it hit the market in 2021. <\/p>\n Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n A best-seller on Amazon<\/a>, Apple AirTag has completely changed how I keep tabs on Lucy during the day. With an extra-long battery life, it can last an entire year without needing a battery replacement. A built-in speaker that works with Siri provides extra help finding whatever you\u2019ve lost in the clutter. Best of all, it can be set up with a single tap.<\/p>\n Along with pets, an AirTag can be used to track everyday items, including luggage, so you never need to ask yourself, \u201cWhere\u2019s my stuff?\u201d<\/p>\n If you\u2019re worried someone may slip one into your purse to track you, it should be noted that the device will eventually emit a loud ping to let you know it\u2019s there, so it can never be secretly tracking your whereabouts. I know this firsthand because Lucy\u2019s AirTag will ping me on occasion to let me know it\u2019s following me around the park.<\/p>\n One of the most budget-friendly Apple products by far, they\u2019re often on sale at Amazon<\/a>, and I recommend buying a four-pack if you have multiple things you\u2019d like to keep track of. <\/p>\n My husband purchased the AirTag for me as a birthday present. At first, I was disappointed to receive this as a gift. It felt like an errand item, but when he explained how it worked and the reasons he bought it to calm my nerves about losing my precious dog, I quickly grew attached to it.<\/p>\n He purchased a holder to attach it to Lucy\u2019s harness, and ever since we set it up in the Find My app, it\u2019s been an unexpected joy to follow her adventures when I\u2019m not home.<\/p>\n It also helps me keep track of her when she\u2019s off-leash and disappears faster than I can run after her. Plus, it comes in handy when I suspect that the \u201cwalk\u201d she\u2019s supposed to be on with her dog walker might actually be more of a 45-minute sitting break. I see it happen with neighbors\u2019 dogs, so I am more wary these days.<\/p>\n How to set up an AirTag? <\/p>\n Setting it up is so easy. You bring the AirTag close to your iPhone, tap \u201cConnect,\u201d and name it whatever you like. Mine is titled \u201cLucy.\u201d The AirTag works by sending out a secure Bluetooth signal that nearby Apple devices detect and relay to your Find My app.<\/p>\n That means even if Lucy runs off-leash and I need to find her ASAP, this will help me track the direction she went. The technology is impressive, especially compared to older locator options.<\/p>\n Are AirTags waterproof?<\/p>\n For anyone wondering whether AirTags are waterproof, the answer is yes, technically.<\/p>\n Would I submerge it in a pool? No, but they\u2019re water- and dust-resistant with an IP67 rating, which means they can handle rain, mud, and the occasional dip in a puddle. Lucy has certainly tested that for me more times than I\u2019d like to admit, and it keeps on ticking.<\/p>\n AirTag Battery Life<\/p>\n Each AirTag runs on a standard CR2032 coin cell battery that lasts about a year before needing to be replaced. When the time comes, it\u2019s simple to change the battery<\/a>. Just press and twist the back cover, pop in a new one, and you\u2019re good to go.<\/p>\n Although I haven\u2019t done it yet (I\u2019ve only had one for 7 months), it looks really simple, and Post Wanted\u2019s Angela Tricarico<\/a>, who also owns an AirTag, assures me that the process is intuitive. \u201cI thought it was going to be a lot harder to change the battery because of its shape, but it was really easy to pop the top off and change it, as well as know that it was successful because it pings and shows up on your phone.\u201d<\/p>\n Final Verdict: Is the Apple AirTag worth it? <\/p>\n The Apple AirTag is 100% worth it in my experience. It\u2019s become one of those small but essential tools I didn\u2019t realize I needed until I had it. The peace of mind it gives me when Lucy\u2019s off-leash or when I\u2019m trying to locate my missing keys is worth every penny.<\/p>\n How I Tested<\/p>\n I\u2019ve been using my Apple AirTag for over seven months on Lucy\u2019s dog collar and, soon, in my carry-on bag. <\/p>\n I\u2019ve tracked Lucy in parks, on walks, and when I leave her behind on vacations, even from my office. I can confidently say it has helped me track her when I need to meet up with my husband on a walk outside, and it has helped me feel more at peace. If you\u2019re considering one, know it\u2019s one of the best investments you\u2019ll make this year.<\/p>\n This article was written by Emma Sutton-Williams<\/a>, New York Post Commerce Reporter. Proud dog mom to a Mini Sheepadoodle named Lucy, Emma routinely tests top-rated pet products with her pup to find the best recommendations for fellow pet owners. In search of the best dog food brands<\/a>, leashes<\/a>, harnesses<\/a> and more, Emma taps veterinarians and experts like Cesar Millan<\/a>, better known as the \u201cDog Whisperer,\u201d for pet health advice, FAQs and training secrets. 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