9 AirTag Tips And Tricks To Help You Get The Most Out Of Your Apple Tracker • SketchFestNYC

Thanks to my small army of Apple AirTags, losing your car keys and losing your wallet are a thing of the past. Leaving the house doesn't involve the annoying ritual of mindlessly checking your bags for a few seconds before frantically searching for lost items.

But like many AirTag early adopters, I've long been spoiled by the gadget's ability to save time and make me seem more organized than I really am. Hopefully, a follower can do more than just identify the most important things to do before going to Starbucks. Here are nine tips and tricks to help you get the most out of Apple's revolutionary gadget.

AirTag differentiates itself from its competitors in the field of item tracking with its detailed search function. Like other similar devices, Apple technology lets you know the general area where the lost item was left. But the key finder built into the iPhone's Find Me app (and compatible with iPhone 11 and later) offers more precise directions with navigation arrows and a distance sensor. This feature is especially useful in noisy environments where the audible alarm is disabled, or if your target may be cloaked and/or simply not lying around waiting to be detected.

AirTag looks like an absolute life saver in situations where you would otherwise be completely lost trying to find an important misplaced item. But a dead battery can ruin your life if you're not careful. You probably won't have to worry about replacing a dying cell for at least a year. However, once you reach that 12-month milestone, you'll want to regularly monitor your food source through the Find Me app.

AirTags are water resistant and quite durable, but you might not want to test these features on your most prized possessions, especially when you're traveling. If you're an avid outdoor enthusiast or someone who works outdoors full-time, you may want to add a little extra protection to your shell. The tank-shaped TagVault does all that and more, encasing your AirTag in a rugged, waterproof stainless steel case that can withstand the elements… and maybe a nuclear explosion.

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Emoticons are fun and functional

If you use multiple AirTags, you will need to give each item a specific name to distinguish them from each other. But it is also useful to further differentiate each element of the tracking with emojis that are easy to assign to call the AirTag in the Find My app. Brightly colored emojis, keys and backpacks, your favorite pet (see next tip), give each item a bright cartoon look.

Placing an AirTag around your pet's neck is a great way to keep track of your pet. If you have a particularly curious house cat that explores every nook and cranny, or a dog that loves to roam the grounds, this option offers extra peace of mind for beloved pet owners. However, you must ensure that you attach the tracker in a way that is safe for the animal. With that in mind, look for different collar and harness mounts, like TagVault's waterproof version, designed specifically for this purpose.

If you've connected your hobbies with AirTags to anything that isn't attached, you've probably noticed that your Find Me app is getting a little busy. Instead of scrolling through a long list, or even relying on your iPhone, you can shout to Siri on any iOS device on your network. Just tell the AI assistant the name of the missing item and it will get to work.

If the trackable item is truly lost, AirTag's "last resort" feature can still help you. With Lost Mode enabled, anyone who stumbles upon your valuables can retrieve and hopefully use your contact information by attaching the found AirTag to their device. In the Find Me app, when you turn on lost mode, you can also choose the contact information you want to provide (phone number or email address) and turn on notifications so you're immediately alerted if a friendly stranger tries to reunite you and your family . air sticker

AirTags are mostly attached to key chains, wallets and backpacks, and there is no shortage of additional accessories designed for this purpose. But what if you want to put it on your favorite coffee mug, game controller or forever lost TV remote? Pelican AirTag adhesive mounts will protect you from the back or front, or wherever you want to attach your tracker. This versatile case is also perfect for hidden or discreet placement, such as under a bike seat or in a toolbox.

Functional and fashionable

Most AirTag users think the tracker is purely functional. And while its main function is to find lost loot, it can be decorated a bit to express your personality and style. Whether you want to buy an expensive Gucci tag or attach a pair of Mickey Mouse ears, there's an entire market dedicated to making AirTags as functional as they are fashionable.