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I tried to destroy this AirTag alternative, but it wouldn’t crack – unlike others

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Ugreen Finder Pro

5 / 5

Excellent

pros and cons

Pros

  • These touch tags can withstand life on key chains and being dropped.
  • They feature a USB-C rechargeable battery, so there are no button cells to mess with.
  • They work with both iPhone and Android devices.
Cons

  • The little cover for the USB-C port isn’t attached, so it could become lost.

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Yes, once again, I declare my undying love for the Apple AirTag tags from Ugreen so impressive. These tags have earned the title of “toughest tags I’ve tested.”

The USB-C port has a little cover -- it can be lost but is not really necessary.

The USB-C port has a little cover — it can be lost but is not really necessary.

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To keep dirt, moisture, and other pocket grime out of the port, Ugreen has included a small rubber cover. This cover is detachable, so there’s a chance it could get lost, but all of mine have stayed in place. Even if you lose it, it’s not the end of the world — after all, your smartphone’s USB-C port doesn’t come with a cover, and it lives in your pocket or bag just fine.

Sound comparison

The Finder Pro is also louder than an AirTag. Ugreen claims the speaker outputs a sound in the range of 80 to 100 dB, and when I tested it (using a smartphone app Not much damage even after being driven over a few times.

Not much damage even after being driven over a few times.

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I subsequently took the tag that was driven over apart (the tag was driven over several times to get the shot I wanted), and there was no real damage to the case, seams, or interior.

are durable, loud, and feature-packed, making them some of the best third-party alternatives to the Apple AirTag that I’ve tested. While they may not have the precision finding magic of AirTags, their rugged build and long-lasting rechargeable battery make them a fantastic choice for anyone prone to losing things and looking for a reliable, hard-wearing tracker.

These tags — which are called Finder Duo over on Amazon

Source : ZDNet

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