A new car theft trick is spreading fast, and it doesn’t even require your keys. Here’s how it works.
Best Apple AirTags accessories for your keys, bag, pet, luggage and more
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Apple AirTags can help find your keys so you’re not late to work, but they could be used for much more. This list of accessories is a good starting point to make the most out of your AirTags.
2-piece AirTag card carrier
Imagine losing your wallet and then finding it right after you cancel all your payment cards. Perhaps this has happened to you! You won’t have to worry about it anymore.
Pop one of these into the card slot of your wallet, then quickly sink into a sense of security as you realize it isn’t lost — it’s actually in the last place you left it. Your AirTag will show you the way.
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AirTag keychain holder
Wrap your AirTag in a small leather clip that hangs on your luggage. This pack comes with four leather carrying cases with heavy rings that stay attached to whatever you put them on. With high-quality leather and a soft touch, you can easily slip your AirTags in and out of these holders without worrying about damaging them.
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Shockproof AirTag container for bicycles
Ever worried about your bike getting stolen? Pelican has the solution. This shockproof case has an adhesive sticker that attaches to your bike, letting you track it if it disappears. These can be hidden in plain sight and blend in with the color and frame of your bicycle. Consider using one if you rent bikes when you travel.
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IPX8 waterproof AirTag cases
8 smart ways to use Bluetooth trackers like the AirTag and Tile
You’ve probably heard all the buzz about Bluetooth trackers, from Apple AirTags to Tile trackers. Tap or click here to find out the difference between these two beloved gadgets.
Whichever one you choose, you’re buying a popular piece of lost and found software that can save your hide in times of crisis. Bluetooth trackers are most famous for helping people track down lost or stolen items. But there are a few different uses you might not have known about.
☠️ Flash your crypto, risk a zip tie ride: The Taihuttu family, famous for going all in on Bitcoin, is now reportedly hiding hand-etched crypto keys across four continents. Why? The recent rise in kidnappings of crypto owners. Here’s a tip: How about you don’t tell the world you’re hiding a ton of crypto? And don’t get the Bitcoin logo tattooed on your arm.
⚡️ 3-second tech genius: UWB = Ultra-Wideband. This tech powers super-precise location like AirTags knowing exactly which couch cushion your keys are under. Use that to impress your family and friends.
▶️ YouTube changed its player: It’s rolling out slowly, but people already hate it. Time stamps have buttons, the volume control is on the right and the black gradient is now opaque. Oh, you can’t scroll to adjust the volume anymore or use the up/down arrow keys, all in the name of progress. Shameless plug: Click here to subscribe to my YouTube channel.
“KYS” isn’t harmless teen slang: Parents, you might see “kys” or “keys” online and think it’s just another TikTok-ified acronym. But it’s actually short for “kill yourself,” and it’s alarmingly common in teen comment sections and DMs. Some teens use it jokingly (🤨), but it can land with real emotional weight.
⚡️ 3-second tech genius: On YouTube, press “1” to jump to 10% or “5” for the halfway point. Use number keys to navigate videos quickly.
🖱️ Need an app fast? Don’t sweat it. On a PC, press Windows + T to highlight the first icon on your task bar. On Mac, hold Command + Tab for a list of your open apps. Zip through them using your arrow keys. Handy trick when your Bluetooth mouse runs out of juice.
▶️ Need to rewind or skip ahead on YouTube? Forget fiddling with the timeline. Tap the left/right arrow keys to jump 5 seconds, or press J/L to rewind or fast-forward 10 seconds. Easy, right? Now you can skip the boring parts (or replay the good ones) in a flash.
Craigslist scam: The guy listed a luxury Palm Beach apartment for $950/month (red flag because it actually costs $5,200/month), and a couple took the bait. The scammer gave them a tour and handed over the keys so it seemed legit. Turns out the real owner had left them in the door for a handyman. Argh.
Google is an illegal monopoly
A judge ruled Google illegally built and maintained a monopoly in online search by paying to be the default on smartphones. Plus, a website flaw puts democracy at risk, scammers hit the skies, and why wrapping your keys in tin foil could save you trouble.