Apple AirTags can be a great way to outsmart car thieves, but there are some drawbacks to keep in mind. The main limitation is that Thieves who also have iPhones They can usually detect AirTag hidden in vehicles they are trying to steal. This makes hiding the AirTag difficult.
That's why we were intrigued by Brian's inquiry about using other methods to make Apple AirTags undetectable by car thieves or double-defeat them.
“If the AirTag is placed in an RFID wallet and hidden in the car, can a thief locate the AirTag using a locator? I know the AirTag will work in the wallet, but will the thief be unable to detect it?”“ -Bryan, LaSalle, Illinois
Here are the reasons why using an RFID wallet may end up leaving you out of your wits instead.
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Illustration of a car thief checking to see if the car has an AirTag. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutson)
Why RFID wallets might not outperform car thieves?
Some thieves use RFID readers, which use radio waves, to scan and read data such as credit cards in wallets. The function of RFID wallets and bags is Protect items or devices of these radio waves by blocking them.
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Apple air signs It used a different technology, so even if it was placed in an RFID-blocking wallet or bag, it could still be detected by a thief using an iPhone or locator. Unlike radio waves used to look up credit cards and other data, Apple AirTags use Bluetooth and… Ultra-wideband (UWB) technology.. Neither technology can be protected with RFID blocking materials because these materials cannot block Bluetooth and UWB signals.
A person holding an RFID wallet. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutson)
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What can prevent AirTag technology?
faraday bags, On the other hand, use electromagnetic shielding and it can successfully prevent Apple AirTag signals, such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi signals, from being detected by thieves. The only problem with putting an Apple AirTag in a Faraday stash bag in your car is that if a car thief can't read or locate the signal it emits, neither can you.
while Apple Airtag While it might not be detected when it's in the Faraday Bag, you probably won't be able to use FindMy or any other tracking methods to locate it either, because those methods require signals sent from the AirTag to iPhones and other Apple devices to track location.
RFID wallet. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutson)
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AirTags alternatives for car security
while Apple air signs It offers some benefits, and there are other techniques and methods to consider to enhance car safety. For example, GPS trackers provide real-time location data without the risk of being detected by a nearby iPhone. In addition, such as physical deterrence Steering wheel locks Alarm systems can serve as effective safeguards. Combining multiple layers of security can better protect your car from theft. Learn how to protect your car from theft.
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Key takeaways for Kurt
while Apple air signs It can be a useful device to help you track your car, whether it's lost or stolen, and it doesn't replace the reliability of the GPS system installed in your car if you're trying to outsmart car thieves. Since car thieves may be able to locate an Apple AirTag hidden in your car, it may not provide the layer of protection you're hoping for. Although the technology used in RFID wallets won't block signals from the Apple AirTag, making them detectable by GPS devices and scanners, Faraday bags will. Unfortunately, you'll end up outdistancing yourself trying to outsmart car thieves if you use a Faraday bag because you won't then be able to track Apple AirTags as well. If you're looking for the perfect way to outsmart car thieves, Apple AirTags may not be the solution you're looking for.
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