Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source have revolutionized every aspect of my life. From finding my keys and wallet in the morning to keeping an eye on my luggage while traveling, not a day goes by that I don’t open the Find My app to locate something I’ve misplaced or check that something is still where it should be.
Also: I tested a solid-state portable battery for a week – now lithium-ion feels old school
But I have two bugbears about AirTags. First, the shape is odd and doesn’t lend itself to direct attachment. The second issue is the one- to two-year battery life. The battery life issue is particularly frustrating, and I constantly have a few AirTags needing new batteries. I’ve now resorted to buying CR2032 coin batteries by the dozen
Tough and IP69-rated
The case is made from tough, fiber-reinforced composite construction, complete with a gasket that seals it to an IP69 rating (completely dust-tight and able to withstand high-pressure water jets and steam cleaning), along with quality CNC-machined fasteners. An Allen key is even supplied for assembly.
You just need to add an AirTag and a couple of AA batteries.
Assembly is easy.
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A word on the screws: They only need to be snug enough to gently compress the gasket. I suggest working slowly, tightening one screw at a time until they are hand-tight. There’s no need to go all beast mode on them.
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