AirTags have turned out to be quite helpful for people who lose their things often or those who wish to track their assets. I was more than satisfied with the first AirTag I used and I can’t even think of how I was able to live without it. From searching for a missing key to locating a parking lot for your car, these gadgets have become extremely useful. But some people are trying to extend the possibilities of AirTags, putting them in places they wouldn’t normally place them, for instance, in their trash cans or packages to monitor their movement in real-time.
Here are some ideas from people who have put AirTags to use in some rather inventive ways.
Tracking Packages with AirTags
You can use it in tracking packages which is one of the most common uses with AirTags. You simply have to place an AirTag into a package and track its movement and location on the map, be it in transit or in a warehouse. This also helps in the filing of report in case the package is lost or delayed in the process of delivery. Some of these trackers have also been instrumental in tracking down theft within delivery companies for instance in a recent U. S case, a thief was apprehended after delivering a package with an AirTag to a wrong address.
AirTags in Trash? Why Not!
Some people have gone as far as putting AirTags in their garbage bags to track the disposal of their trash for example. However, you won’t be able to get the AirTag back after the garbage is disposed of, but it is a creative method of tracking the entire lifecycle of your waste. It’s not very reasonable, but it definitely evidences the extent to which people are ready to play with these devices.
AirTags for Travel: Lost Luggage and other things
The most popular and probably the first application of AirTags is to track the luggage at airports. It is also legal for the passengers to do so and it gives the passengers an opportunity to check if their luggage has been loaded in the same flight or not. This is very helpful particularly when travelling since a lot of bags are often misplaced.
Beyond the Basics: AirTags in Cars and with Pets
A few people, however, have taken it a step further and put AirTags in their cars to track their vehicles or put it on their pets to easily locate them if they get lost. Although AirTags are not in the market with pet-tracking in mind, they are the perfect solution for tracking your pets at a relatively low cost.
AirTags: Convenient or Concerning?
Despite this, AirTags have been helpful to many people, there are the risks that are associated with their usage. There are concerns that those small devices may be used to track people without their permission, and while Apple has included certain features that will alert users if an AirTag that is not theirs is nearby for some time, it may still be a cause for concern. Nevertheless, it is possible to be rather careful while handling these devices and using them.
Conclusion
AirTags have come a long way from their original concept and are now multifunctional gadgets, which can be used to track luggage or even thieves stealing packages. These are great to put in your car, use with your pets or to simply keep track of your keys, they are a great innovation for keeping things organized and safe.
Then have you ever tried to place an AirTag in a specific location? Don’t hesitate to leave your opinions and stories regarding the topic in the comments below, and tell us if you have found any new applications for these ubiquitous gadgets!