XPost: comp.os.linux.advocacy, alt.computer.workshop
From: nuh-uh@nope.com
On 2026-01-28 15:40, pothead wrote:
> On 2026-01-28, Joel W. Crump wrote:
>> On 1/28/26 5:56 PM, pothead wrote:
>>
>>> Even though I have both an Android and iPhone, I use
>>> "Spotminders tags" because they work great, at least for me.
>>> Make sure you order direct from them because there are many
>>> knockoffs out there.
>>
>>
>> I just wouldn't need that. I see why they could be useful.
>
> They are. From AI "airtag vs spotminders" Brave search.
>
> "Spotminders and Apple AirTag both use the Apple Find My network for
> tracking, but they are designed for different use cases and offer
> distinct advantages.
That's not the Spotminders TAG you claimed to be touting.
That's the Spotminders "Tracking Card".
>
> Size and Design Spotminders: 1.8 mm thin (same as a credit card),
> flat, and designed to fit seamlessly in wallets, passport holders,
> or card slots. It’s nearly invisible and comfortable to carry.
> AirTag: 8 mm thick and round, making it awkward for wallets and
> better suited for keys, bags, or luggage. Battery and Charging
>
> Spotminders: Rechargeable via Qi wireless charging (including
> MagSafe), lasting up to 5–8 months per charge. No battery
> replacements needed.
>
> AirTag: Uses a non-replaceable CR2032 battery lasting about 1 year,
> requiring regular replacements. Sound and Alerts
Simply false:
'How to replace the battery in your AirTag'
>
> Spotminders: 85 dB speaker — 1.5× louder than AirTag, making it
> easier to locate in noisy environments or inside bags.
>
> AirTag: ~60–65 dB speaker, which can be harder to hear in cluttered
> or loud spaces. Safety and Durability
And you believe that after you've just been lied to about the battery
being replaceable?
>
> Spotminders: High-quality PVC shell with NTC temperature protection,
> waterproof (IP67), scratch-resistant, and tested for drops and
> heat. No risk of battery swelling.
Because they use magic batteries?
>
> AirTag: Low-grade plastic and stainless steel; known risks of
> battery swelling over time. Warranty and Longevity
Hmmmm...
"Low-grade plastic"? Their source for this claim?
Oh, and the AirTags have the exact same waterproof rating.
>
> Spotminders: Lifetime guarantee with full replacement or refund if
> damaged.
If they're around in more than a year's time.
>
> AirTag: 1-year warranty only; no long-term support. Privacy and
> Compatibility Both are Apple Find My certified, with end-to-end
> encryption and no third-party data sharing.
>
> Spotminders is only compatible with iPhone (like AirTag), but
> integrates directly into the Find My app with no extra setup.
> Spotminders is RFID-friendly, so it works in RFID-blocking wallets —
> unlike AirTag. Price and Value
>
> Spotminders: $44 (discounts available), one-time purchase with no
> ongoing costs. AirTag: $29, but requires repeated battery
> replacements, leading to higher long-term cost. Bottom Line
Even a name-brand CR2032 battery (Duracell), purchased as a single costs
$3.29 at Amazon. So the difference in cost pays for 4.5 battery
replacements.
>
> If you want a wallet-friendly, rechargeable, durable, and louder
> tracker with a lifetime warranty, Spotminders is the smarter choice.
> If you're tracking keys, bags, or luggage and prefer a lower upfront
> cost with Apple’s ecosystem, AirTag still works — but Spotminders
> offers a superior user experience for wallet and slim-item tracking.
You get that this is a marketing blurb by the company...
...with obvious falsehoods and lies by omission...
...right?
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