Get an Apple Airtag for just $19

That's an all-time low. You should definitely own at least one. Here's why.

Nov 17, 2024

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As promised, I’m back to a more regular Deal Secrets schedule! These issues may be a little shorter than usual, but there will be more of them.

One quick thing to note (in light of recent deal events): A lot of deals have codes and/or coupons, and while I always check to make sure they’re available and working at the time I send the newsletter, things can change rapidly. Products may sell out; prices may change without warning; codes may disappear or get used up. (Often there’s a limited number of redemptions available.)

I wish I had some control over this, and I know it can feel very bait-and-switchy when you read about a deal that’s not available as promised. Definitely not trying to fool anyone; it’s just the nature of the deal space.

Apple’s AirTag tracker can really come in handy, and it’s a great deal at $19

A keychain holder isn’t included with the AirTag, but you can pick one up cheap. (Credit: Apple)

Losing stuff sucks. It’s frustrating and maddening and sometimes a very real problem, like when we’re talking about your car keys or purse or luggage.

An Apple AirTag doesn’t afford a 100% guarantee you’ll find your missing item, but it can definitely help — and it’s better than nothing, especially with this deal.

For a limited time, and while supplies last, you can get an Apple AirTag for $19, the lowest price on record. Reg. price: $29.

The AirTag runs on a disposable, replaceable battery that’s good for about a year. So you just attach it to your keychain, zip it into your bag, or whatever, then forget about it until needed (which is hopefully never).

When that happens, just open the Find My app on your iPhone and see if the tracker is in range. If it’s within about 30 feet of your phone, you can make it beep and navigate to it.

If it’s not — maybe it’s in your luggage and in Cleveland for some reason — you can still get a bead on its location as long as anyone else’s iPhone is within that same 30-foot range. Yes: Every iPhone is part of the Find My network, though it all happens behind the scenes and, no, it isn’t a privacy concern. (Well, okay, it can be, but for different reasons. Here’s a great Duke University article on the subject.)

Worth noting: Apple doesn’t supply a keychain case or anything similar. If you need one, here’s a 4-pack of AirTag holders for just $5.59.

For Android users, I recommend Tile trackers. You don’t get nearly as large a “finder network” as afforded by iPhone users, but Tiles do have the benefit of being two-way trackers: You can push a button and actually locate your phone, even if it’s set to silent. I find that feature invaluable.

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