Apple AirTags have become one of the most used accessories among the company's users. These are small devices location that you can take anywhere and that, through the 'Search' application, you will have them located at all times. Now, these accessories are only compatible with the Apple mobile. But, Are there alternatives to AirTag on Android? Yeah. And here we offer you some ideas to use with mobiles based on the Google operating system.
Location devices to know where they are, for example, your house keys, your backpack, your wallet or whatever you think you usually lose, They are very popular with the general public.. They are small, useful, with great autonomy and with a quite affordable price. And, although Apple AirTags are the most popular on the market, there are also other alternatives that you can use with Android.
With the large number of devices we carry with us throughout the day, it is possible that on more than one occasion we forget the keys, the document holder or even the wallet somewhere. But technology is there to help us. And with AirTags, this problem can be solved easily and quickly: a keychain, a Bluetooth connection and a compatible mobile phone with an application is all you need.
Tile, the great alternative to AirTags on Android
Tile is a veteran in the pinpointing industry. You currently have several models in your catalog and you will be able to find versions for all kinds of situations: smaller, finer, more stylish, etc. Tile offers up to 4 different models to suit your needs.
In the catalog you will have the versions: Pro, Matte, Slim and Sticker. All of them work with Bluetooth technology and their range goes from 76 meters to 120 meters. Also, all models have compatibility with Android devices such as the Apple iPhone. Meanwhile, only the Tile Pro model offers the possibility of replacing its battery; the other models will have an autonomy of up to 3 years. The price of all of them is around 25-35 euros, although it is also true that you can purchase them together in packs that offer different models.
Samsung Galaxy SmartTag, the option only for Samsung mobiles
The South Korean Samsung also has its own solution. What's more, it was introduced before Apple's popular AirTags hit the market. It's about the Samsung Galaxy SmartTags. With a design very similar to the Mate model from Tile, this locator that also works with Bluetooth technology is so small that we can place it on anything we suspect we might lose: keys, backpacks, purses, and even place it on our necklace. pet.
As we have already told you, Samsung Galaxy SmartTags only work with Samsung devices and it is that the user must register the device in his SmartThings account of the company. It is resistant, its battery can be replaced by the user and it has a price that usually exceeds 30 euros -although it is also common to find it on sale-.
Vodafone Curve, the locator without limit of distances and with subscription
Another option available on the market is the Vodafone Curve, a locator that in this case not only uses Bluetooth, but also offers GPS and does so through an integrated Vodafone SIM. We clarify that this equipment can not only be used by customers of the telecommunications company, but your mobile phone company is indistinct. Yes indeed, the service that has a cost of 2 euros per month, yes you must activate it with Vodafone.
Also, this small device does not work with batteries, but has a rechargeable battery and has no limit on the distance of reach. As long as you have Vodafone coverage - in more than 100 countries - the Curve will work. To activate your service, you must do it through your application:
Likewise, the service charge works as follows, as Vodafone explains on its own page:The service has a fee of €2/month (VAT included), which is a recurring monthly charge that is reflected on your invoice with the literal "Curve", if you are a Vodafone customer. If you are not a Vodafone customer, an electronic invoice is issued to the e-mail address you provided at the time of registration.'
Filo Tag, a very affordable Android AirTag with Italian design
On the other hand, we have the Edge Tag, some locators that you will find in different colors and that have a very competitive price: 24,90 euros each unit. Likewise, Filo Tag is of Italian origin, although you will have its application translated into different languages. And one of them is Spanish. It also has the possibility of replacing the battery that has an autonomy of approximately one year and can work with any Android device, as well as with Apple iPhones.
Nutale, another AirTag on Android with a good price and a replaceable battery
Nutal It is another of the options that we will find in the market. It is affordable -we can find packs of up to 4 units for less than 40 euros-, can work with Android and iPhone, as well as power replace battery In a simple way. Its connection is via Bluetooth and the Nutale Trackers have a button with which to find your mobile in case of loss.