Apple AirTags are on sale on Amazon this weekend

Summer 2023 is going to be big. And by that, I mean it’s expected to break travel records, as nearly 42.3 million Americans are expected to travel for Memorial Day weekend alone. With this sea of ​​travelers flitting through airports around the world, luggage can inevitably get lost. Many of us have experienced grief, and it can be much easier if you have baggage trackers like Apple AirTags To help you locate your belongings at all times.

As a travel editor, these reliable little Bluetooth-enabled trackers have given me so much peace of mind for keeping track of my valuables that I now recommend them to all my friends. And I don’t know about you, but I’m taking the onset of summer as a cue to stock up on my already massive stash of Apple AirTags — especially during the… Apple AirTag Quad Pack On sale rare for under $90 this weekend.

To buy: amazon.com$87 for a 4-pack (originally $99)

Apple’s top-rated devices couldn’t be easier to operate. Even me, a self-proclaimed technophobe, was able to connect Bluetooth devices to my iPhone quickly and without stress. As long as you have an iPhone 6s or later, you can simply place the tag in the item you want to track, follow the instructions for one-click setup, and voila, you can instantly see your belongings in the phone’s “Find My” app.

I already have four AirTags on hand for keeping track of my most prized possessions, including one for my luggage, one for my travel carry-on, and one for the car (I always forget where it is in the parking garage) — heck, I even strapped one to it for me. Dog collar To make sure it’s lost, I can find it! But I have no intention of stopping there. I’m already looking forward more to my bag, my keychainAnd a business ID badge and gifts for my fellow travelers, too.

At 1.6″ x 1.6″ x 0.31″ and 0.31 ounces each, these coin-like AirTags are so light and compact, I hardly even notice they’re there anymore. The only time I remember is when I’m actively looking for something – usually my car. Although I often look for it in a parking garage, it’s useful in rare theft and towing emergencies as well. Take it from me: The last year before I bought these signs, my car was unexpectedly towed after being hit while parked on the street—and the next morning, I had no idea where it was. Suffice it to say that I immediately bought one of these.

Since I’ve been using Apple AirTags, luckily I didn’t lose any luggage (I always keep an eye on my phone if I have to check my gate). But if I did, I would at least have the peace of mind of knowing where in the world they end up so I know how to track them down, at least according to success stories from other professional travelers I know.

By the way, these do indeed have a lithium battery, but they’re small enough that you’re still allowed to take them on most planes, so stock up on carry-on essentials, too. the One AirTag They’re not for sale right now, but if you want to test one out, they’ll be less than an investment at $28 each. to sign up , This Amazon deal is on the 4-pack Pretty cool because it means each one comes to about $22.

To buy: amazon.com$28

I’m not surprised that on Amazon, travel lifesavers have 59,900 five-star ratings. One traveler admitted“I really don’t know how I lived so long without these,” he said. “They come in handy in flight; I noticed they showed my bags as if they had been left at the airport of departure.” I agree – I personally love the feature that tells you when you’ve left an item behind. It helped my fiancé remember his wallet on more than one occasion.

Another shopper said they managed it track down their stolen wallet Thanks to this device. “He led me directly to the right vehicle in the parking lot,” they said, adding that AirTags saved me a lot of time and stress. I love that I can easily check my app and see that I have all my devices and important items with me.”

Seriously, if you don’t travel with Apple AirTags Yet – or even using these trackers to monitor your valuables in everyday life – you’re missing out. Whether you’re a loyal Apple fan or you’re testing the waters this summer season, now’s the time to grab a four-pack while they’re on sale at Amazon.

At the time of publication, pricing starts at $87 for a 4-pack.

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