I never travel without a luggage tracker hidden in my suitcase. I know far too many people who have had their valuables stolen at hotels and airports to risk otherwise. So far, I’ve been lucky, and I’ve never had to use it.
Still, there’s something that constantly gnaws away at me. Traditional luggage trackers are fantastic for keeping tabs on your luggage; however, they are not usually designed to detect theft in real time. This means that if someone were to grab your suitcase when it’s out of your sight, it may take a while to discover it’s missing. By then, the thief could have rifled through your bag, found the smart tag, and tossed it into the trash.
Why this smart tag is different
The next generation of smart tags takes security to the next level. The Knog Scout iOS Smart Tag, Tracker & 85d Alarm doesn’t just track your luggage. It deters theft by sounding an alarm if someone tries to make off with your valuables.
How it works
Your information can be accessed via a QR code
(Knog Scout Travel)
The Knog Scout iOS Smart Tag, Tracker & 85d Alarm is like a traditional luggage tracker, but better. The key difference is the motion-sensitive alarm feature, which deters theft by triggering an alarm on both the tag and your iPhone.
In other words, if someone tries to steal your purse, backpack, or suitcase, you’re going to find out right away. Perhaps more importantly, the thief will probably abort their mission once the alarm starts to sound.
This is far more helpful than merely tracking your luggage since it helps ensure your belongings don’t get stolen in the first place.
There’s even a QR code, so if anyone does find your luggage, they can scan it to make contact. The company makes bike alarms, too.
It integrates with Apple
In addition to the option to set the alarm, users can also use the tag to keep track of their luggage via the Apple “Find My” network.
The battery is rechargeable
The next generation of luggage trackers is here
(Knog Scout Travel)
Most luggage trackers aren’t rechargeable. For instance, Apple AirTags are designed to function for just over a year before you need to purchase a new battery. The Knog Scout iOS Smart Tag easily charges via a USB-C port, and the device will send a message when it’s down to 20 percent battery power to let you know it’s time.
The details
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Easy to operate using Knog’s iOS app
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Smart LEDs make pairing and charging easy
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Low battery notifications when you have just 20% remaining
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Operate up to 10 Scout devices in the Knog App
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Complies with FAA checked luggage regulations
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Dimensions – L: 88mm x W: 33mm x H: 7mm
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Chassis – Glass Reinforced Nylon
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Chassis Overmould – Medical Grade Silicone
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Alarm – +85dB Piezo Alarm Speaker
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Attachments – Proprietary Security Bolt, Proprietary Security Tool, 90mm & 160mm Braided Steel Cable
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Color Options – Pitch Black, Tangerine Dream, Mellow Mint, Sunflower Yellow, Deep Blue
Right now, there’s a coupon to take $33 off the Knog Scout price on Amazon, and the bike alarm is $13 off.