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Xiaomi Tag as a rival to Apple AirTag: It works with both Android and iPhone
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Xiaomi Tag as a rival to Apple AirTag: It works with both Android and iPhone

Xiaomi has introduced the Xiaomi Tag, a device designed to locate lost items, which can work with both Apple and Android devices but not simultaneously. Unlike Apple's AirTag, which operates exclusively within the Apple ecosystem, the Xiaomi Tag supports both Apple Find My and Google Find My networks. However, firmware updates can only be done via Apple devices, limiting its universality. The Xiaomi Tag is compact, water-resistant (IP67 rating), and uses a CR2032 battery expected to last around a year. It includes a built-in strap for easy attachment to keys or bags, but lacks the Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology found in newer Apple AirTags, which provides more precise location tracking.

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Xiaomi Tag as a rival to Apple AirTag: It works with both Android and iPhone

Xiaomi has introduced the Xiaomi Tag, a device designed to locate lost items, which can work with both Apple and Android devices but not simultaneously. Unlike Apple's AirTag, which operates exclusively within the Apple ecosystem, the Xiaomi Tag supports both Apple Find My and Google Find My networks. However, firmware updates can only be done via Apple devices, limiting its universality. The Xiaomi Tag is compact, water-resistant (IP67 rating), and uses a CR2032 battery expected to last around a year. It includes a built-in strap for easy attachment to keys or bags, but lacks the Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology found in newer Apple AirTags, which provides more precise location tracking.

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