Aug 04, 2024 10:00:00

I tried using the lost item smart tag 'ATOM Smart Tag', which is about 2000 yen cheaper than AirTag

' ATOM Smart Tag ' is a smart tag that supports Apple's 'Find It' feature, and while it has similar functions to Apple's original '

AirTag ', it is available at a price about 2,000 yen cheaper than AirTag. I was offered this ATOM Smart Tag as a prize for GIGAZINE's summer giveaway project , so I checked out its appearance and how to use it.

ATOM Smart Tag | ATOM Official Store
https://www.atomtech.co.jp/products/atomsmarttag

·table of contents
◆1: Check out the appearance of the ATOM Smart Tag
◆2: Check out how to use ATOM Smart Tag

◆1: Check out the appearance of the ATOM Smart Tag
The ATOM Smart Tag package looks like this.

The package contained the ATOM Smart Tag itself and a quick start guide.

This is the ATOM Smart Tag. The circular button is the pairing button.

There is a battery cover on the back.

The battery is a standard CR2032 button cell, so it can be easily replaced.

The ATOM Smart Tag (left) is 37mm long x 37mm wide x 8mm thick. By comparison, the AirTag (right) is circular with a diameter of 31.9mm and a thickness of 8mm.

Comparing the thickness from the side, it looks like this.

The actual weight is 9g. AirTag weighs 11g.

The ATOM Smart Tag is slightly larger than the AirTag, but it still fits neatly into tight spaces such as the coin purse of a wallet.

It can be easily stored in earphone cases with limited space.

You can also hang it on your keychain using the hole on the main body.

◆2: Check how to use ATOM Smart Tag
ATOM Smart Tag is compatible with iPhone and iPod touch running iOS 14.5 or later, and iPad running iPadOS 14.5 or later. This time, we will use ATOM Smart Tag in conjunction with an iPhone.

First, press and hold the pairing button on the ATOM Smart Tag until you hear a buzzer.

Next, launch the Find My app on your iPhone and tap the + icon at the bottom right of the screen.

Tap 'Add other items.'

When the ATOM Smart Tag connection screen appears, tap 'Connect.'

Give it a name and tap 'Continue.'

Select an emoji and tap 'Continue.'

Tap 'Agree'.

Tap 'Exit'.

You can now check the location of your ATOM Smart Tag in the Find My app.

All you have to do is carry the ATOM Smart Tag with you, such as your wallet. Even if you lose your belongings, you can find them by checking the location of the ATOM Smart Tag with the 'Find' app.

AirTags

have a feature that displays the direction and distance to the AirTag on the iPhone when you approach the AirTag, but the ATOM Smart Tag does not have this feature. However, it does have a feature that makes the ATOM Smart Tag play a sound when it is nearby.

Below is a movie that records the sound of the ATOM Smart Tag actually sounding and searching for lost items. Although the ATOM Smart Tag is about 2000 yen cheaper than the AirTag, it has almost the same functions as the AirTag, so it is recommended for those looking for a cost-effective smart tag.

Find your wallet by ringing the anti-loss tag 'ATOM Smart Tag' - YouTube


At the time of writing, ATOM Smart Tag is available on Amazon.co.jp for 2,831 yen including tax.

Amazon.co.jp: ATOM tech Attachable Smart Tag Compatible with Apple's 'Find My' (iOS devices only) 1 year manufacturer's warranty Smart tracker Anti-loss tag GPS Children: Electronics & Cameras