But there are perfectly simple solutions to that, if Apple would allow them. Why are they bending over backwards to help thieves?
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But there are perfectly simple solutions to that, if Apple would allow them. Why are they bending over backwards to help thieves?
Just get older ones, there will still be plenty around, even if the range won't improve or the size decrease. I have put one on my bike too and it "greets" me every time I get it, never thought about removing/disabling the speaker though. Might look into that.
Btw, how did you hide them?
My solution is that the one in my car is tucked in a pretty hard to reach spot under the dash, it’s a pain to get to it to change the battery but it also means if it’s starts beeping on a thief in the event the car got stolen they would have to grab a screwdriver and open up the dash to dig it out, which makes it more likely the car’ll get found before they do that (assuming they even try and dont ditch the car)
The airtag is more for me or my wife to find the car when we forget where we parked than to prevent theft, but the placement is for the latter
Best feature that could be introduced is the ability of more than one person (eg spose) to be able to track/see the AirTag.
Because I can. I even have AirTags on my aftershave.
And this is a very important point and the reason why I haven't installed AirTags all around my stuff. I get that Apple doesn't want the AirTag to be a stalking tool but they are throwing the baby with the water for those of use who would like to use the AirTags as an anti-thief device.
I'm not that smart, but I'm sure Apple could come with a solution and THAT would be the improvement I'd like to see. Other than that the device is fine.
That feature was added a few months ago
I just saw that. Don’t I feel like a dumb ace. Now my dumbery will live on the internet forever.
Nah, nobody goes back and rereads comments after a day or two and I doubt they are indexed by anyone
Get two, then you can put one Tag on the other in case you lose it 😉
I have mine attached inside a hidden compartment in the rear part of my car — I doubt anyone would hear it. Besides, their phones will inform them of an AirTag moving with them.
Me too!! And I don't even have a cat! I AirTag everything!
What brand are you using? I tried Chipolo and Eufy. Neither worked reliably. After a while, could not be found by FindMy and/or sending false alerts.
I just picked up a 4 pack on ebay for $25. They were sold as used, but still had the pull tag on and were brand new.
For stuff like AirTags you might as well buy them used. Doesn't really matter, since you can change the battery out. There might be printing on it, but who cares?
Nomad tracking card is what it’s called. About as thick as two credit cards. Works perfectly. Charged it once since I bought it in May. Got a notification from FindMy that the battery was low when it needed charged. Almost seems like Apple made it.
I am not affiliated in any way with the company. Here’s a link for your search of it. I bought it when in USA.
Tracking Card - Find My | NOMAD®
Keep your wallet secure with the Tracking Card - Find My. This ultra-slim card seamlessly integrates with Apple’s Find My app, allowing for effortless t...
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For me it will depend on the specs, but it’s a good bet. Find My is a killer app of the ecosystem.
I have one in my car; my wife has one in her car. Every time I drive her car without her, Apple alerts me that I’m being stalked. Apple is mistaken about my wife’s interest in my whereabouts.
Share an AirTag or other item in Find My on iPhone
In Find My on iPhone, share an AirTag so you won’t receive unwanted separation alerts.
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That's better than cutting the speaker wire. After that, the airTag didn't work any more.
Toughest part is to open it without damaging it too much in the first place.
My car key was worth it. $250 to get a new one programmed if I lose it.
This.
However, this in mind, one thing I'd love to see is the addition of a "your AirTag has started moving" notification, as an optional alternative to "you left your AirTag behind".