How Apple Airtags work and help keep track of your car shipments

For under $30, you can own one of these and know where your car is at all times while in transit

One can toss an Airtag in their car for only twenty-nine bucks and know where it is at all times.

It's a handy device if you're thinking about delivering your valuable items but not knowing if you'll have a way to track them. For example, if you're shipping a vehicle to a new destination, you would feel reassured with a tracking device attached.

By using an Apple Tracker, you will have the guarantee of knowing the exact location of your cargo. Find out how Apple Airtags work and help keep track of your freights.

What Is an Apple Airtag?

The Apple Locator is a device designed by Apple to ensure that you never misplace any of your most prized possessions.

It's a new product in the form of a spherical, compact gadget that helps users locate their possessions quickly and easily.

You can attach an Airtag to any object, even your vehicle. Then you can use the "Find My" app to locate your possessions if you've misplaced them or want to know how their transit is going.

Reasons to Use an Apple Finder

It is a fantastic addition to your peace of mind for many reasons, particularly when shipping valuable goods like cars, motorcycles, and other cargo. As they move from point A to point B, the Airtag will keep track and keep them safe.

Here are the reasons we think you should use them in your transported vehicle:

• Its owners can view their cargo's location at any given time. When you own a Beacon, its location is always visible in the "Find My" app.
• Airtags are small and slightly bigger than a quarter coin, meaning you can hide them anywhere in your vehicle.
• Freight companies offer a GPS tracking system, but they may not be top of the range like Apple. The new technology of an Airtag is hard to beat.
• GPS tracking through your freight company may end up costing more money. An Apple Finder is low-cost and lasts longer.
• With a freight company's GPS tracking system, you might have to contact a representative before getting an exact location. There's less hassle with a locator.

How to Connect a Trackor With a Device

Another advantage of it is its direct ability to track your cargo as the location updates straight to your device.

Then, all you have to do is connect the Airtag to your phone or computer.

Connecting Apple products is quite simple. When you bring it close to your iPhone, a message will appear on the screen instructing you to pair the Airtag with the device you're using.

How Does a Finder Work?

If you pair, it will immediately appear in the app's "Find My" section. You are likely already familiar with this program, which allows you to locate other Apple devices.

You can view your Finder's location in the "Find My" app and the locations of your other Apple devices.

Within the app, you can even select a ping sound for the Airtag to play. If you have an iPhone 11 or 12, you can search by directional hints with even greater precision.

This is made possible via the Apple-designed U1 chip, common for iPhone 11 and 12, and now the Locator.

An interactive map

If you're in the middle of transporting a vehicle, such as a sedan or motorcycle, using the map in the "Find My" app could be particularly handy. This way, you can see the potential areas where your cargo is during delivery.

With this feature at your fingertips with the "Find My" app, you will have the luxury of pinpointing a precise location down to the coordinates and time your Airtag was last pinged.

Additionally, the map settings on your "Find My" app allow you to view the map using different street view options, including hybrid and satellite. You can even choose kilometers or miles.

These features will make users feel more comfortable viewing their cargo's locations with the Apple Beacon attached.

Locate with sound

Playing a sound might help you locate something faster. Other people nearby might also hear it and help you.

Your Airtag produces a one-of-a-kind sound that is carefully crafted and can go across a large space.

Put a message

You can put your Airtag in Lost Mode if your cargo is lost. It will track its position and notify you whenever it pings the network.

You can also tell anyone who discovers the cargo how to contact you through the Finder.

They only need to see your message when it appears on their device's Lock Screen or if they press the Airtag with their smartphone to obtain your phone number.

The Beacons's Bluetooth Signal

Airtag's tracking system depends on its Bluetooth signal, which is protected.

The protected Bluetooth signal will indicate the precise position of your missing item, which will then be uploaded to iCloud by anyone who happens to be nearby and using an iPhone.

With over one hundred and thirteen million users in the US alone, there's little chance your cargo will stay missing.

In any case, this happens without the person knowing they are picking up the signal. You will get a notification, and within the "Find My" app, you can access a map to locate your cargo. This entire procedure is anonymous and encrypted for extra protection.

How to Secure a Smart Tag

One minor drawback of the Airtag is that it cannot be attached to anything without the necessary components.

But there are other ways to secure it with your cargo. Check these out:

• When using it to track transported vehicles, stash it in a place easy to remember. The glove compartment, trunk, or pocket behind a seat are easily accessible.
• Ensure it will not slip out of the box when tracking a package. Tape it to the item you're shipping, or use bubble wrap.
• When using it for keys or suitcases, buy an extension to put it in. Various accessories and key rings are available from Apple and other independent retailers.

Other Tracker Features

Apple Airtags has a few other features to keep your goods secure during transport or in transit.

User privacy

In our opinion, this is the key feature: Apple keeps your privacy in mind.

Your location information can only be viewed by you, the owner of the Finder. In addition, your location history and information are not saved on the Airtag device itself at any point.

Tracking devices that relay the location of your Beacon will also maintain their anonymity. The location data they transmit will be encrypted at every stage of the process. As a result, not even Apple is aware of the position of your Finder, let alone the device's identity that assists in locating it.

Because it was developed to act as a deterrent against unauthorized tracking updates, your iPhone will send a notification if it detects that another person's Locator has made its way into your belongings and is traveling with you.

That way, you will know if another person's Finder accidentally ends up in your belongings or if your cargo gets delivered with other items that also use Airtags.

Battery life

With most electronic devices, you may worry about their battery life. But an Airtag is designed to operate on a regular battery for over a year. So even if your vehicle takes a longer shipment period, there's no need to worry.

When the battery runs low, you can easily swap it out with a new one. Your iPhone will let you know when to make the swap.

Water resistance

Accidents happen. Even if your freight company takes care of your load, it may not stop nature. Rain or flooding is a possible hindrance, but your Airtag is also designed to be water-resistant.

There's no concern about losing a Tracking device to a puddle. The device will still work. Or if your delivery truck comes across a major spill, the Airtag will continue tracking.

Conclusion

It's reassuring that our clients can relax with an Apple Finder while their automobiles or other cargo are transported.

Apple Airtags are a wonderful addition for anyone who wants a little bit of extra protection. The low cost and efficiency will ensure fewer complaints and a smoother journey.

At A-1 Auto Transport, we strive to treat your items with the utmost care while in our custody. In addition, we make it our business to stay up to date with the latest trends in the freight industry.

Contact us anytime to learn about our comprehensive range of shipping services.