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What’s the difference between the Galaxy SmartTag and Galaxy SmartTag+?

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The Galaxy SmartTag+ is a new tracking device from Samsung. So, how does it compare to the original Galaxy SmartTag?

You can find out in this comparison guide between the two item locators.

Quick Summary

When compared to the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag, the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag+ adds the AR Finder feature, which will help you pinpoint the location of the tracker by using the ultra-wideband connection and the camera on your Galaxy device.

Aside from the aforementioned difference, the two Smart Tag trackers are identical when it comes to Bluetooth range, Galaxy Find Network support, IoT automations and supported privacy features.

If you have a compatible Galaxy device, then we recommend picking up the Galaxy SmartTag+ as the AR Finder is helpful at locating missing items within a 15-meter radius.

Otherwise, the Galaxy SmartTag is the more affordable option of the two.

Galaxy SmartTag vs. Galaxy SmartTag+ Comparison Chart

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for these two smart tags below.

Samsung Galaxy SmartTagSamsung Galaxy SmartTag+
Dimensions39.0 mm x 39.0 mm x 9.8 mm46.0 mm x 46.0 mm x 10.5 mm
Color OptionsBlack

Oatmeal		Black

Denim Blue
Battery TypeReplaceable CR2032 batteryReplaceable CR2032 battery
ConnectivityBluetooth Low Energy 5.0Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0

Ultra-Wideband
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 RangeUp to 120 metersUp to 120 meters
Ultra-Wideband RangeN/AUp to 15 meters
SmartThings App?YesYes
Galaxy Find Network?YesYes
Finding ToolsMap display

Ring notification		Map display

Ring notification

AR finder
Ringtone8 downloadable ringtone presets8 downloadable ringtone presets
Internet of Things Automations?YesYes
VolumeMute

Normal

Loud		Mute

Normal

Loud
Privacy FeaturesLocation data stored on secured SmartThings server

Randomized ID that changes ever 15 minutes		Location data stored on secured SmartThings server

Randomized ID that changes ever 15 minutes
System RequirementsSamsung Galaxy smartphone with 2 GB RAM (or higher) and Android 8.0 operating system (or higher)

SmartThings app		Samsung Galaxy smartphone with 2 GB RAM (or higher) and Android 8.0 operating system (or higher)

SmartThings app
AR Finding System RequirementsN/ASamsung Galaxy smartphone with ultra-wideband (UWB), 2 GB RAM (or higher) and Android 11.0 operating system (or higher)
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Dimensions

The standard Smart Tag is a smaller when compared to the plus version.

You can find the measurements for the two tracking devices below:

  • Samsung Galaxy SmartTag: 39.0 mm x 39.0 mm x 9.8 mm
  • Samsung Galaxy SmartTag+: 46.0 mm x 46.0 mm x 10.5 mm

Color Options

You can also check out the available color options for the two products below:

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag:

  • Black
  • Oatmeal

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag+:

  • Black
  • Denim Blue

Battery Type

When it comes to the power source, the Galaxy SmartTag and Galaxy SmartTag+ use a replaceable CR2032 battery. Depending on usage, the battery life can last up to one year.

Connectivity

When it comes to connectivity, the original Galaxy SmartTag utilizes Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0.

The Galaxy SmartTag+ also supports Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 in addition to being able to use Ultra-Wideband.

Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 Range

The range for Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 is 120 meters without any obstructions.

Ultra-Wideband Range

The range for the ultra-wideband connection of the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag+ is 15 meters without any obstructions.

SmartThings App

Both the Galaxy SmartTag and Galaxy SmartTag+ uses the SmartThings App to help you find the missing items attached to these trackers. You can also use the application to perform other actions.

Galaxy Find Network

The two item finders in this versus guide also utilize the Galaxy Find Network.

This feature uses other Galaxy devices as Find Nodes. When a node detects a signal from a lost SmartTag, it will send the location to the SmartThings server.

With Galaxy Find Network, you will be able to locate the tracker from any distance. Otherwise, you will be limited to 130 meters with Bluetooth.

If you want to use your Galaxy device as a Find Node, you need to agree to the offline finding option on the SmartThings app.

Finding Tools

When it comes to the tools use for finding, the Galaxy SmartTag is capable of displaying a map through the SmartThings app in addition to providing a ring notification.

The Galaxy SmartTag+ also support map display and ring notification. The Plus version also adds AR Finder, which uses the camera of a compatible Galaxy device to help you locate the tracker in its exact location. A glimmering green light will be shown where the missing item is located.

The AR Finder tool uses ultra-wideband, which means that it is limited to a range of 15 meters.

Ringtone

Both the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag and Samsung Galaxy SmartTag+ Bluetooth Trackers feature eight downloadable ringtone presets.

Internet of Things Automations

In addition to finding missing items, you can also use both products to set up automations, such as turning on a light, with a press of a button on the tracker.

In order for this feature to work, you must use an Internet of Things (IoT) device that has been registered in the SmartThings app.

Volume

When it comes to volume, you can set both trackers in this versus showdown to Mute, Normal or Loud.

Privacy Features

The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag and Samsung Galaxy SmartTag+ Item Locators both offer the following privacy features:

  • Location data stored on secured SmartThings server
  • Randomized ID that changes ever 15 minutes

System Requirements

When it comes to system requirements, both the Galaxy SmartTag and Galaxy SmartTag+ need the following:

  • Samsung Galaxy smartphone with 2 GB RAM (or higher) and Android 8.0 operating system (or higher)
  • SmartThings app

AR Finding System Requirements

If you want to use the AR Finding of the Galaxy SmartTag+, then the system requirements are higher:

  • Samsung Galaxy smartphone with ultra-wideband (UWB), 2 GB RAM (or higher) and Android 11.0 operating system (or higher)

The UWB feature is currently supported with the following Samsung devices (which are compatible with the plus version of the Samrt Tag):

  • Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy S21+
  • Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2

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What to do when you get the ‘AirTag Found Moving With You’ message

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When using your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch, you may get the “AirTag Found Moving With You” notification.

You can follow this guide from Seeking Tech to see what you can do when you get this message.

What is the “AirTag Found Moving With You” message?

When you get the “AirTag Found Moving With You” message, it means that an AirTag that has been separated from its registered owner is now traveling with you. As a result, the owner of the AirTag may be able to see your location.

You may have unwittingly pick up the AirTag when it is attached to another item you bought or borrowed. Someone may also be using the AirTag to keep track of your location.

The “AirTag Found Moving With You” message will pop-up if you have an iPad, iPhone or iPod touch with an iOS of 14.5 or later.

How to locate the AirTag

If you are getting the “AirTag Found Moving With You” but can’t find the tracking device, then you can do the following to locate it:

1. On your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch, tap the message.

2. Tap the Play Sound option.

You should hear the AirTag playing a sound.

3. If you don’t hear any sound, you may have waited too long as the AirTag device may have changed its identifier.

You can simply wait until you get the same message again on your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch and then use the Play Sound option as soon as possible.

4. It is also possible that the AirTag is not playing any sound due to the registered owner of the device being nearby.

If you know that person, you can ask them to use their iPad, iPhone or iPod touch to locate the tracking device.

How to turn off AirTag notifications, contact its registered owner and disable location sharing

In order to turn off the “AirTag Detected” notifications, contact its owner and/or disable its location sharing feature, you need to take the following steps:

1. Tap the message on the screen of your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch.

2. Tap the Continue option.

3. Tap the Pause Safety Alerts option. This will turn off the “AirTag Detected” notifications for one day.

You can turn off the Safety Alerts notifications indefinitely if you and the registered owner of the AirTag are part of the same Family Sharing group.

4. If you want to contact the owner of the AirTag, you can tap the Learn About This AirTag option, which will let you see the serial number as well as whether or not its registered owner marked the device as lost.

If the tracking device is marked as lost, you might get a message with contact details from the registered owner.

5. If you want to disable the location tracking of the AirTag you found, you need to tab the Instructions to Disable AirTag option and then follow the steps that appear on screen.

6. If you suspect that the Apple AirTag you found is being used to illegally track your movement, then Apple recommends contacting your local law enforcement.

You may need to provide the AirTag device or its serial number.

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AirTag size, battery life, waterproof rating, system requirements, accessories and more

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The AirTag is a new tracking device from Apple you can use to find lost items.

You can check out this guide at Seeking Tech to find out more information about the AirTag’s size, weight, battery life, waterproof parameters, system requirements, official accessories and more.

What is the price tag for Apple AirTag?

You can check out the current price for the Apple AirTag on Amazon with this link. (#CommissionsEarned).

The product also comes in a 4 Pack, which you can find the pricing for on Amazon with this link. (#CommissionsEarned).

What does the Apple AirTag come with?

The retail box for the Apple AirTag comes with the AirTag device that has a CR2032 coin cell battery already installed inside. The product also includes documentation.

How long is the battery life for Apple AirTag?

According to internal testing done by Apple, the battery life for the CR2032 coin cell battery that comes pre-installed with the AirTag is longer than one year.

The tests were done with the AirTags being paired with the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max.

The battery life is based on everyday usage where an average of one Precision Finding event and four play sound events were activated.

The actual battery life will depend on usage, operating environmental conditions and other factors.

How to replace the battery in the AirTag?

To replace the battery in the AirTag, you need to do the following:

1. Turn the AirTag over to the back side, which has the Apple logo.

2. Use two fingers to press down on the extruding back cover. Make sure that your fingers are one opposite ends on the cover.

3. With the back cover press down, rotate counterclockwise with your two fingers to unlock the back cover and gain access to the battery compartment.

4. You can replace the battery of the AirTag with any CR2032 coin cell battery.

If you are looking for one, then we recommend getting the Energizer CR2032 Batteries (which you can find on Amazon with this link). (#CommissionsEarned).

How big is the AirTag?

The AirTag only measures out at 1.26 inches (or 31.9 mm) in length, width and diameter.

How heavy is the AirTag?

The AirTag weighs in around 0.39 ounce (or 11 grams).

Official Apple AirTag accessories

The following products are official accessories for the Apple AirTag:

  • AirTag Hermès Bag Charm
  • AirTag Hermès Key Ring
  • AirTag Hermès Luggage Tag
  • AirTag Leather Key Ring
  • AirTag Leather Loop
  • AirTag Loop
  • Belkin Secure Holder with Key Ring
  • Belkin Secure Holder with Strap

In addition to the officially licensed accessories, there are also plenty of third-party AirTag accessories available.

What wireless connections are used by the AirTag?

When it comes to wireless connections, the AirTag uses Bluetooth, NFC tap and U1 chip.

Bluetooth is used for the Proximity Finding feature while NFC tap is used for the Lost Mode. The U1 chis is utilized for the Ultra Wideband and Precision Finding features.

What accessibility features are supported by the AirTag?

The AirTag supports several accessibility features through the Find My App, which you can download on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.

The features include the following:

  • Compatibility with Braille Displays
  • Invert Colors
  • Larger Text
  • VoiceOver

What are the System Requirements for AirTag?

In order to use the AirTag, you need to have an Apple ID account.

You will also need one of the following Apple hardware:

  • iPad with iPadOS 14.5 or later
  • IPhone with iOS 14.5 or later
  • iPod touch with iOS 14.5 or later

What iPhone models are compatible with AirTag’s Precision Finding feature?

The following iPhone models are compatible with the Precision Finding feature of the Apple AirTag:

  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12
  • iPhone 12 mini
  • iPhone 12 Pro
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max

AirTag Dust and Waterproof Rating

When it comes to dust and waterproofing, the Apple AirTag received an IP67 rating.

For dust protection, this rating means that the tracking device is completely protected against any dust particles from getting inside.

For water protection, this rating indicates that the AirTag can withstand being underwater at a maximum depth of 1 meter for up to half an hour.

The dust and water protection may deteriorate over time due to normal wear and tear of the tracking device.

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What’s the difference between the Tile Mate 2018 and Tile Mate 2020?

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Tile has updated its Mate Bluetooth Tracker with a new model in 2020. So, how does the updated release compare to the 2018 version?

You can find out in this comparison guide between the two trackers.

Quick Summary

The main difference between the Tile Mate 2018 and Tile Mate 2020 is that the new model has 33.33% more range.

As a result, the 2020 version is better at locating nearby missing items.

Otherwise, the old and new versions of the Mate are pretty much identical as both have the same app features, battery life, smart home support, dust resistance, water resistance, operating temperature range as well as warranty coverage.

Tile Mate 2018 vs. Tile Mate 2020 Comparison Chart

You can find Seeking Tech’s comparison table between these two Bluetooth trackers below.

Tile Mate 2018Tile Mate 2020
Weight7.5 g (or 0.2 oz)7.5 g (or 0.2 oz)
Dimensions1.3 in x 1.3 in x 0.2 in (or 34.7 mm x 34.7 mm x 6.2 mm)1.3 in x 1.3 in x 0.2 in (or 34.7 mm x 34.7 mm x 6.2 mm)
Bluetooth Version5.05.0
Bluetooth Range150 ft (or 45 m)200 ft (or 61 m)
Tile App FeaturesFind Far Away

Find Nearby

Find Your Phone		Find Far Away

Find Nearby

Find Your Phone
Tile Premium Features30-Day Location History

Extended Warranty

Find Far Away

Find Nearby

Find Your Phone

Free Battery Replacement

Premium Customer Care

Smart Alerts

Unlimited Sharing		30-Day Location History

Extended Warranty

Find Far Away

Find Nearby

Find Your Phone

Free Battery Replacement

Premium Customer Care

Smart Alerts

Unlimited Sharing
Tile Premium Protect Features30-Day Location History

Extended Warranty

Find Far Away

Find Nearby

Find Your Phone

Free Battery Replacement

Premium Customer Care

Smart Alerts

Unlimited Sharing

Up to $1,000 Item Reimbursement		30-Day Location History

Extended Warranty

Find Far Away

Find Nearby

Find Your Phone

Free Battery Replacement

Premium Customer Care

Smart Alerts

Unlimited Sharing

Up to $1,000 Item Reimbursement
Battery Type CR1632 replaceable coin-cell CR1632 replaceable coin-cell
Battery Life1 year1 year
reTileNot supportedNot supported
Compatible Smart Home DevicesAmazon Alexa

Google Assistant		Amazon Alexa

Google Assistant
Operating Temperature Range 14°F to 140°F (or -10°C to 60°C) 14°F to 140°F (or -10°C to 60°C)
Dust and Water ResistancesIP55IP55
Warranty1 year1 year
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Weight

The 2018 and 2020 models of the Tile Mate have the same weight, which is 7.5 g (or 0.2 oz).

Dimensions

The old and new versions of the tracker are also identical when it comes to physical size.

You can take a look at the measurements below:

  • 1.3 in x 1.3 in x 0.2 in (or 34.7 mm x 34.7 mm x 6.2 mm)

Bluetooth Version

Both the 2018 and 2020 versions of the Mate use Bluetooth 5.0.

Bluetooth Range

The main difference between the two models is the Bluetooth range.

The 2020 model has a maximum coverage range that is 50 feet wider than the 2018 model. This translates to a 33.33% advantage.

You can check out the ranges for both products below:

  • Tile Mate 2018: 150 ft (or 45 m)
  • Tile Mate 2020: 200 ft (or 61 m)

Tile App Features

The 2018 and 2020 versions of the Tile Mate tracker are used with the Tile App.

This phone application will let you find missing items, from nearby or far away with the Mate attached, for free.

To located items nearby, the app will ring your Mate or use the proximity meter if you are within the aforementioned Bluetooth range.

To locate items that are farther away, the app will display the most recent location on the map. It will also use the Tile Network.

You can also find your phone with the Tile Mate. This is done by double pressing the logo of the Mate to make your phone ring. You phone will ring even when you put it in silent mode.

Tile Premium Features

You can also use both the 2018 and 2020 versions of the Mate with Tile Premium.

The paid subscription service for the app comes with all of the aforementioned free features in addition to having an extended warranty, offering free batter replacement and more.

You can check out a list of Tile Premium features below:

  • 30-Day Location History
  • Extended Warranty
  • Find Far Away
  • Find Nearby
  • Find Your Phone
  • Free Battery Replacement
  • Premium Customer Care
  • Smart Alerts
  • Unlimited Sharing

Tile Premium Protect Features

The 2018 Mate and 2020 Mate also support Tile Premium Protect, which is a more expensive version of the Tile Premium paid subscription service.

You will get everything in Tile Premium in addition to up to $1,000 in item reimbursement. This means that, if your Mate device can’t find your missing item, you will be reimbursed at up to $1,000.

Of course, there are some limitations. For one, the Tile Mate 2018 or Tile Mate 2020 has to be working correctly with a functional battery and correct permission settings.

Certain items are also excluded.

You can also take a look at a full list of Tile Premium Protect features below:

  • 30-Day Location History
  • Extended Warranty
  • Find Far Away
  • Find Nearby
  • Find Your Phone
  • Free Battery Replacement
  • Premium Customer Care
  • Smart Alerts
  • Unlimited Sharing
  • Up to $1,000 Item Reimbursement

Battery Type

Both the 2018 and 2020 versions of the Mate Bluetooth tracker come with a CR1632 replaceable coin-cell. As a result, you will be able to replace the battery by yourself.

If you are looking for replacements, you can purchase a pack on Amazon with the following link:

Battery Life

The two models have the same battery life as each is expected to last one year.

reTile

Neither of these Tile Mates support reTile, which is a program that lets you replace your device when it is running low on battery.

The reTile program is used for Tile products that have built-in batteries. Since both the 2018 and 2020 Mates use replaceable batteries, you can simply switch out the battery on your own when it runs out.

Compatible Smart Home Devices

The old and new Mate trackers support the following smart home devices:

  • Amazon Alexa
  • Google Assistant

Operating Temperature Range

The two devices have the same operating temperature range, which is from 14°F to 140°F (or -10°C to 60°C).

Dust and Water Resistances

The two Mates have the same dust and water resistance rating of IP55.

For dust, both are protected against the most harmful dust particles.

For water, the two electronics can withstand low pressure water jets from all direction.

Warranty

The Tile Mate 2018 and Tile Mate 2020 each comes with a 1-year warranty.

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