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Motorola's new Moto Tag 2 offers a significant battery life improvement, lasting over 500 days on a single charge, and features enhanced durability and precise UWB tracking, making it a more reliable and long-lasting item tracker. The product will be available in North America soon, with more details to follow.
Apple is expected to launch the AirTag 2 in October, featuring improvements such as better range, upgraded wireless chips, and enhanced privacy, while maintaining a similar design to the original model. The new AirTag aims to address privacy concerns and offer more precise tracking, with a focus on incremental upgrades rather than a radical redesign.
Apple is expected to release AirTag 2 later this year, featuring significant upgrades such as a new wireless chip that triples the precision finding range to 90 meters, improved privacy measures, and addressing stalking concerns. The new model is likely to be announced at September's iPhone event, offering enhanced functionality for users and increased security against misuse.
The Slimca HERE is a razor-thin credit-card-sized tracker that offers tough competition to Apple's AirTag. Unlike the bulky AirTag, the Slimca HERE is designed to fit easily into wallets and cardholders. It features global tracking, a left-behind reminder, a built-in speaker, and works over Apple's Find My network. With its ultra-slim profile and USB-C rechargeability, the Slimca HERE is the thinnest Apple Find My-compatible tracking device available. It offers real-time updates, a 360° alarm, and a left-behind reminder. The tracker is made from stainless steel, is IP64 dust and water-resistant, and comes with a 1-year warranty. It is priced at $31 and will be available globally from January 2024.
Samsung is set to release the redesigned Galaxy SmartTag 2 in October, featuring a complete redesign and available in black and white color options. The new SmartTag 2 will have both Bluetooth and UWB connectivity, making it easier to hang from keyrings and allowing for more accessory options. Pricing details are unknown, but it is expected to be sold individually and in 4-piece bundles. The SmartTag 2 will offer real-time tracking through the SmartThings Find app and the ability to create virtual perimeters with alerts when the device leaves the designated area.
Google's upcoming tracking device, which will compete with Apple's AirTag, will be called the "Nest Locator Tag" and will use UWB Bluetooth to help users keep track of their belongings. The icon for the device was discovered on an official Google-owned page, and it appears to be a repurposed design from the Nest Secure Tags. An official announcement is expected soon.
A California dad tracked down his daughter's stolen e-bike using an Apple AirTag and confronted the thief at his home. The bike, worth $3,000, was stolen while the daughter was at work, but the father and daughter were able to track it to an apartment complex not far from their home. The father snatched the bike and left, leaving the thief stunned. The Orange County Sheriff's Office has not released the name of the thief and reminded residents to always let law enforcement take charge when a crime has been committed.
A family in California was able to retrieve their stolen $3,000 e-bike with the help of an Apple AirTag tracking device. After placing the device on the bike, the family was able to track it to an apartment complex and confront the thief. The Orange County Sheriff's Office reminded residents to let law enforcement handle stolen item recovery.
A family in California was able to retrieve their stolen $3,000 e-bike with the help of an Apple AirTag tracking device. After placing the AirTag on the bike, the family tracked it to an apartment complex and had a "brief confrontation" with the thief. The Orange County Sheriff's Office reminded residents to let law enforcement handle stolen item recovery.
A traveler used an Apple AirTag to track down his stolen suitcase at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and found the alleged thief wearing his clothes. The suspect, Craig Nelson, was charged with theft, unlawful removal of baggage, and criminal trespass. The traveler had stored the tracking device in his suitcase and alerted the police when he saw it moving back in his direction. Nelson was eventually caught and arrested.