{"id":67187,"date":"2025-05-02T01:54:15","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T01:54:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/67187\/"},"modified":"2025-05-02T01:54:15","modified_gmt":"2025-05-02T01:54:15","slug":"im-a-tech-expert-here-are-the-smartest-ways-i-use-apple-airtags","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/67187\/","title":{"rendered":"I’m a tech expert \u2014 here are the smartest ways I use Apple AirTags"},"content":{"rendered":"

I bought my first four-pack of Apple AirTags after my luggage \u2014 and my kiddo’s car seat \u2014 went on an unexpected vacation to Florida without me. Since then, I’ve tracked every single bag I’ve checked at the airport. Luggage is the obvious one. My keys are another. These are the go-tos when people think of AirTags, and to be fair, they’re great for those. But with a little creativity (and a few accessories), the little trackers can do so much more.<\/p>\n

In your wallet<\/p>\n

My wallet attaches to my phone, so I don’t need an AirTag in it. But if you carry a traditional wallet and tend to misplace it (I have more than a few friends in mind here), adding a tracker is a no-brainer. Canceling all your credit cards is a pain \u2014 avoid it if you can. When it comes to wallets, you have a few options. Some wallets have built-in AirTag holders, as well as cards that fit in your current wallet nicely.<\/p>\n

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Amazon<\/p>\n

Need a new wallet? This minimalist option not only has a spot for your AirTag, but prevents thieves from skimming your information to keep everything safe.<\/p>\n

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If you already have a wallet you like, this card is for you. It’s smaller than a credit card and nearly as thin.\u00a0<\/p>\n

$10 at Amazon<\/a>In a dog collar<\/p>\n

My friend Dave is an ultramarathoner and his regular running partner is his dog Melvin. One day, while trail running in the mountains, Melvin got spooked by other dogs and bolted. Every time Dave got close, Melvin would dart off again. He ended up chasing him for over 16 miles before heading back to the car.<\/p>\n

Melvin eventually made it home \u2014 over creeks, through forests and across two highways \u2014 nearly 30 miles from where they started. An AirTag won’t stop your dog from running off, but it sure makes finding them a lot easier.<\/p>\n

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This waterproof holder slides easily onto your dog’s collar and for just $5, it’s an inexpensive no-brainer for your peace of mind.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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If you’re in need of a new collar this combo is just as cheap as most standalone collars out there and it comes with the AirTag holder built right in.<\/p>\n

$10 at Amazon<\/a>On your bike<\/p>\n

Since moving to Colorado almost a decade ago, I’ve had three bikes stolen. Yes, they were all locked. Yes, I should’ve used better locks. And no, I didn’t expect a thief to scale my balcony, cut the locks and get away without waking my dog.<\/p>\n

You can hide an AirTag in a water bottle cage, under the seat or even inside the frame (if your bike allows). I still recommend a solid lock but a tracker gives you at least a chance to find it again.<\/p>\n

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Simple, clean and effective. Most bikes have water bottle holders and this unassuming AirTag mount will hide your tracker right underneath. Those thieves won’t know what hit ’em.<\/p>\n

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Hiding an AirTag on a bike can be a bit tricky, and this option is one of the best we’ve seen. Just be sure to check that it’ll fit on your bike before you buy.\u00a0<\/p>\n

$14 at Amazon<\/a>

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When I throw my AirTag in my camper or car, I expect to leave it there for a while. This case takes two lithium AA batteries (not included) and extends the life of your AirTag by 14, so you won’t have to worry about replacing the batteries for a long, long time. It also looks like a random piece of a car, so it can hide in plain sight or under the seat with ease.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Want to save a bit of coin? The four-pack of these cases is $45. That’s less than $12 apiece.<\/p>\n

$20 at Amazon<\/a>In your car or on your outdoor gear<\/p>\n

Your car has a ton of hiding spots for a tracker \u2014 under the seat, in the spare tire well or inside the lid of the center console (my current setup). Another clever spot: under the carpet in the trunk. It’s cheap insurance if your car ever gets stolen or towed.<\/p>\n

When I go tent camping and leave my setup behind while I hike, I like to stash an AirTag inside the tent and on my cooler. Yeti coolers, in particular, are high on the list of stolen outdoor gear. I use an Elevation Lab adhesive mount that mimics a drain plug \u2014 I stick it on the opposite side and hope it buys me enough time to track it before someone notices.<\/p>\n

Another good use: your skis or snowboard. When you head inside at a resort, your gear stays outside on a communal rack. I’d be surprised if someone swapped their old rentals for my setup, but better safe than sorry. You don’t have to leave the AirTag on all season \u2014 just clip it on when you hit the slopes.<\/p>\n

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If you’ve purchased a four-pack of AirTags, this is the perfect four-pack to go with it. These adhesive cases are waterproof and adhere to almost any surface. I use them on my cooler and skis but the options are almost endless.<\/p>\n

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If it’s within 30 feet, your iPhone will locate it, right down to the centimeter. If it’s farther afield, Apple’s Find My network should help you pinpoint it.<\/p>\n

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Speaking of skiing, not all my friends have iPhones, so when we’re on the mountain, I sometimes toss an AirTag in their pack or jacket so I can track them if we get separated. With so many phones around, the trackers work great even without a direct line of sight.<\/p>\n

A few more ideas<\/p>\n

I’ve used AirTags on my daughter’s favorite stuffed animal during a road trip, in her backpack while traveling, in my camera bag and even in my toolbox. The possibilities are nearly endless. Just make sure your hiding spot is both secure and accessible \u2014 those batteries won’t last forever.<\/p>\n

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Not quite ready to go all-in with the AirTags but want to dip your toe in the water (Apple juice)? A single AirTag is currently $4 off, down to just $25. That’s almost the cheapest Apple product out there.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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If the Yeti Rambler is your go-to water bottle, listen up. We know those things cost a pretty penny, even if they do last forever (and assuming you never lose them). This cap makes sure you can keep track of it with its built-in AirTag holder, as well as having a phone holder and magnetic lid.\u00a0<\/p>\n

$22 at Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n

And if you have Amazon Prime<\/a>, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here<\/a>. (And by the way, those without Prime<\/a> still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"I bought my first four-pack of Apple AirTags after my luggage \u2014 and my kiddo’s car seat \u2014…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":67188,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3160],"tags":[34023,1685,53,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-67187","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-gadgets","8":"tag-apple-airtags","9":"tag-gadgets","10":"tag-technology","11":"tag-uk","12":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/114435749797055430","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/67187","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=67187"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/67187\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/67188"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=67187"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=67187"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=67187"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}