Get the most out of the convenience of Apple AirTag

Despite its extremely compact size, only about the size of a cork, AirTag can let you locate a specific object it's attached to through the Find My app on your iPhone or iPad.

You probably already have some ideas about the best way to use this piece of technology, but here are some other use cases you might not have thought of that will help you get the most out of the features AirTag brings.

Use with first aid, medical or medicinal equipment

One of the most obvious benefits that AirTag can bring is helping to quickly locate items used in an emergency situation such as first aid equipment, medical supplies or medications.

While it's a good idea to specify the exact location of these essential items in your home, sometimes a busy life makes things a mess. Especially in an emergency, it can be difficult to think clearly.

To avoid such situations, you can attach the AirTag to the medicine bottles or medical devices that you or a family member often use, so that you can quickly find it when you need it.

Mount on bicycles, motorcycles, skateboards…

AirTags are not designed to act as an anti-theft device, but that doesn't mean they can't be used for this purpose. Dedicated wall GPS trackers are much more expensive and drain battery faster than AirTag. As a result, you can attach the AirTag to an inconspicuous spot on your vehicle and quickly locate it when needed.

However, AirTag is not a GPS device with a cellular (or even Wi-Fi) connection, it will not be able to report your location in real time. Instead, you'll need to rely on the Find My network, which includes millions of users of Apple mobile devices, to locate AirTag every step of the way.

Remember to never put yourself in danger when trying to recover items you believe have been stolen. We recommend that you give the information you have to the police to get the best help.

Locate the vehicle in the parking lot

You park your car in the basement of a mall and then don't remember where you parked your car. There is nothing to be ashamed of, this is a situation that any of us have been in.

To avoid repeating this situation, you can leave or attach the AirTag on the vehicle after parking. If you can't remember exactly where you parked your car, try taking out your iPhone and trying to establish a connection with AirTag.

Attached to luggage when traveling

Have you ever felt tired of having to compete with dozens of other people in front of the baggage claim carousel, then take another 20 minutes to find your suitcase? Attach an AirTag to your luggage, finding things has never been so simple.

In case someone accidentally (or intentionally) picks up your bag, you can also quickly locate it using AirTag.

Even if your luggage is lost in another region or country, if you have an AirTag, you can still locate it through the vast Find My community with hundreds of millions of Apple devices worldwide. world.

Above are some cases where AirTag can maximize its usefulness. If you have new ideas to use, please share them with everyone!

Lesley Montoya

Update 28 May 2021