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Even Queen Bey ain’t safe
You’d think Beyoncé’s secret files crew would be protected by a force field of security, privacy settings and Sasha Fierce energy. But nope, real-world crime doesn’t care how many Grammys you have.
Right before her recent Atlanta show, thieves smashed the glass of a rental Jeep used by her crew and made off with two suitcases. Inside? A laptop, five thumb drives filled with unreleased, watermarked music, confidential tour plans and one very important piece of tech.
No elaborate heist, no cybercriminal with a keyboard on fire. Just your average smash-and-grab with potentially Grammy-winning consequences.
The suitcases belonged to Beyoncé’s lead dancer and choreographer. They had just wrapped rehearsals and left the gear in the car. Moments later, it was gone.
But here’s the part that made me smile and the lesson for you.
👮🏼♀️ Tech cracked the case
One of the stolen items was a pair of Apple AirPods Max. These are Apple’s $450 headphones, and fortunately, the Find My feature was turned on.
Here’s what that means. When activated, “Find My” sends a sneaky little Bluetooth signal from your Apple gadget. Then any nearby Apple device (of which there are a billion+) picks up the signal and sends the location back to you, anonymously, quietly, undetectably.
That’s exactly what happened. Police tracked the AirPods, found a suspect vehicle on surveillance video, and now there’s an active warrant. All thanks to one little toggle in your settings.
🍎 Team Apple
The Find My app is built into every iPhone, iPad and Mac. It’s how you track your Apple devices if they’re lost or stolen, and it works with AirTags (21% off), too.
Those are the little discs you can drop in your luggage, attach to your keys or even hide in your car. I’ve got one on my dogs. Not kidding.
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Fortify your life
🧑💻 From snoops to trackers, these tools give you peace of mind.
- 🔑 Fort Knox at home: This smart lock (42% off) unlocks automatically. Great when your hands are full.
- 🔎 I spy a creep: Whip out a hidden camera detector (33% off) at your next Airbnb. Catch bugs before they catch you.
- 🔒 OG security: Master Lock’s padlocks (15% off) still do the trick. Ideal for gym lockers.
- 📍 Lost your bag? Not with a slim smart card (10% off) that tracks your wallet right from your phone.
- 🐶 Tag that tail: A waterproof AirTag holder ($5.99) clips to your pup’s collar. Helps me keep track of my pup Bella.
🚨 Don’t stop lockin’: Dive into Amazon’s smart security gear, and hit up my shop for more handpicked privacy gadgets.
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What a deal: I have AirTags on, well, everything — my cars, my boat, my dog and even my husband. No, seriously! Barry loses everything. Right now, a four-pack is the lowest price I’ve ever seen, at $79.
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Catching porch pirates and mail thieves
A savvy woman fought back against porch pirates by mailing herself an Apple AirTag, leading to the capture of the thieves who had been stealing her mail.
Keep a tracker hidden in your car
I use an AirTag to always know where my car is. The key is to hide the tracker so a thief doesn’t know about it. The better hidden it is, the better off you’ll be.
Love at first sight
😊 I’m blushing at all the cash you’re about to save.
- Your partner deserves a new, hot smartwatch band. Check out these red ones for Apple ($8) and Samsung ($9).
- RFID wallets for men (36% off) and women (20% off) keep your cards safe from digital thieves.
- Zen out with a diffuser and essential oils ($38, 28% off).
- Love should be crystal clear, so etch your favorite pic in heart-shaped glass ($90).
- Cuddle up in a heated throw blanket (36% off).
- The key to your heart is never losing your stuff with a two-pack of Tile Bluetooth trackers (5% off) or four Apple AirTags (29% off).
▶️ More gadgets? Say no more. I’ve got a bunch of handpicked favorites for you.
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I love a deal
❄️ Amazon’s Winter Sale is here, with discounts of up to 40%. Gift yourself the thing you really wanted this year.
- There’s nothing better than sitting in front of the fireplace with a blanket, hot cocoa and a nice pair of fuzzy socks (23% off).
- Time to tear down the Christmas tree … and throw away that old box you used to store it. A tree storage bag (40% off) is so worth it.
- Somehow, no one got you new slippers for Christmas. Get ‘em yourself: Women’s and men’s picks that are comfy and affordable.
- A pair of Beats Studio Pro headphones ($170) is 50% off right now. Go, go, go! 🏃💨
- Upgrade your upcoming travels with nice, new luggage (41% off) in a fun color. This way, it’s so much easier to find your bags at the airport!
- OK, this is as cheap as Apple AirTags get — 29% off!
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He fell for an online Ponzi scheme
YouTuber Antenna Man is opening up about being a victim of the Agridime Ponzi scheme. He hopes others don’t fall into the same trap. Plus, a woman tracks down a thief with an AirTag, and someone hacks a guy’s Bluetooth headphones — creepy stuff!
How to change an AirTag battery
Is your tracker running low on juice? No need to buy a new one for $29 — just replace the battery for a few bucks!
Finding stolen cars on Facebook
You can never be too careful when it comes to your stuff. I suggest putting an Airtag or Tile in your car so you’re always covered. I did it!
The generation of new car deniers
The average age of cars in the U.S. is now over twelve and a half years, the oldest ever. I’ll explain why people aren’t buying new ones. Plus, police using AI for surveillance, a warning about AirTag stalking, and how to use your Amazon Echo as an intercom.
Where to find hidden trackers in your car
Feel like you’re being followed? Here’s where to search for AirTags, Tiles, or any other GPS trackers on your vehicle.
Find an AirTag? Wrap it in aluminum foil
If you find an AirTag or similar tracker stalking you, try this trick. I tell you why in this short podcast.
Apple and Google team up to fix their stalking problem
Stalkers are using AirTags and other Bluetooth trackers to follow people. When two major tech rivals work together, you know it’s serious.
2 signs you're getting AirTag stalked
Feeling watched? Find out how to catch sneaky AirTag trackers with these tips.
AirTag + duct tape
How good is an AirTag at tracking your stuff? Hear this story for a surprise.
Best car hiding place for AirTags
Keeping one in your glove compartment? Here’s why you should switch that up — pronto.
Strange ways to use an AirTag
Always losing stuff? Here’s how to keep track of everything that matters with AirTags, in one minute.
Track your luggage with these airlines
Jet-setting soon? Ditch the AirTag! I’ve got the scoop on airlines that’ll track your bags for you, in 60 seconds.