£16 tracking gadget that rivals Apple AirTags perfect tech for less gift this Father's Day
09.06.2024 - 14:13
/ manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Father's Day is just around the corner, and while kids and partners have a couple of days to snap up last-minute gifts tech fans may be drawn to a nifty £16 gadget. And with high-spec tracking features that rival an AirTag, it's a chance to give an Apple-like gift for less.
A fraction of the price compared to a £35 individual AirTag or £99 pack of four, the Tile Mate is £15, reduced from a previous £19.99 in a small Amazon sale. But depsite the cheaper rate there's no major differences, the Bluetooth tracker has a strong connection and is compatible with both iOS and Android phones.
Apple AirTags, Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag, the Tile Mate, and even a lesser-known wallet card tracker from Chipolo are becoming increasingly popular with shoppers, especially travellers. So, if your dad or kids' dad is flying anytime soon it may be worth a buy.
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Tech trackers can be attached to any personal item, like a handbag, suitcase, or even around a pet's collar to keep an eye on when not in sight. The tracker uses Bluetooth to connect to your chosen paired device (like a phone) and if lost, a simple tap of a screen will activate pings and notifications of its last known location.
The affordable Tile Mate can also be synced up with an Alexa device or Google Home, so say you'd misplaced your car keys you could simply say 'Alexa' or 'Hey Google' find my keys, and you'll get a ping of its location - as long as it's within its 60m range.
And Amazon shoppers have