The everyday tech I use to track my corgi
The author discusses the practical benefits of using Apple AirTags to track pets, specifically their corgi, Jelly. While the device is marketed for keys and luggage, the author argues it serves as a valuable safety tool for pet owners.
Why it matters
Consumer technology is increasingly being repurposed for pet safety and monitoring, reflecting broader trends in the Internet of Things (IoT).
The Apple AirTag may be a jack-of-all-trades — people use it for keeping track of keys, suitcases, backpacks, purses — but I think the most logical use case for it, by far, is keeping track of your pet. I attach it to my corgi Jelly’s collar via a matching silicone holder. Have I ever once truly needed it to find her, and do I think she’d ever run off on me? No — she’s a pretty loyal herding dog, so she likes to keep an eye on her parents — but just like whatever else you may attach an AirTag to, there’s a significant chance that the one time you truly need it, you’ll be thanking God that you had it. (Kind of like insurance.)
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