Google Pixel Tag tracker goes on sale for Android users
Google has launched its Pixel Tag item finder for purchase starting Tuesday at a price of $29.99 per unit.
Design and pricing details
The device costs $29.99 individually or $99.99 for a four-pack. It features an oval shape that is 1.8 inches high and 1.1 inches wide. The unit weighs just 0.4 ounces and includes a built-in speaker with adjustable volume settings. Google chose this elongated design instead of the small round form factor used by Apple.
Connectivity and tracking features
Users can locate items using Bluetooth and ultra-wideband technology for precise distance and direction guidance. The tracker relies on a crowdsourced network of over a billion Android devices to find lost items when out of range. It supports Android 9 or newer via Fast Pair technology but requires specific chips for advanced locating features.
Battery life and durability specs
The tag uses a user-replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery that provides up to one year of power. It has an IP67 rating allowing it to survive submersion in water up to one meter deep for thirty minutes. A physical button on the device allows owners to ring lost phones or items nearby.
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