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pros and cons<\/h4>\n\nPros<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n- Super-loud speaker, beats the AirTag hands down<\/span><\/li>\n
- Strobe makes finding in low-light conditions easier<\/span><\/li>\n
- Rechargeable using USB-C.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\nCons<\/strong> <\/p>\n
\n- Bulky compared to regular finder tags<\/span><\/li>\n
- Alert Live requires ongoing subscription<\/span><\/li>\n
- More expensive per tag than even the AirTag.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Follow ZDNET:\u00a0<\/em>Add us as a preferred source<\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0on Google.<\/em><\/p>\nTracker tags have revolutionized how we keep track of personal belongings<\/a>, offering a seamless combination of convenience, security, and peace of mind in a single device. With new advancements like extended range and integration into massive networks such as Apple’s Find My<\/a>\u00a0and Google’s Find Hub<\/a>, finding lost or stolen items has become faster and easier than ever before.<\/p>\nBut what if a tracker tag could do more than locate your belongings? What if it could help keep\u00a0you<\/em>\u00a0safe? Not in a creepy, invasive way, but as a personal safety device, one that can discreetly or loudly alert your friends, family, or loved ones during an emergency.\u00a0<\/p>\nAlso: My two Raspberry Pi boards cost as much as a laptop now – and AI is to blame<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nThis is precisely what Pebblebee has achieved with the innovative Halo<\/span><\/a><\/span>, the first product in its Safe Haven line, designed to prioritize personal safety while still functioning as a reliable finder tag.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
More than just a finder tag<\/h2>\n
The Halo is much more than a simple tracker. The device combines a physical emergency trigger, a 130dB siren, a 150-lumen strobe, live location sharing, and an everyday-carry flashlight into one compact, rechargeable keychain device.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Also:\u00a0How my portable wind turbine compares to solar panels – 2 years of testing later<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nMeasuring just 1.1 x 2.7 x 0.7 inches (28 x 69 x 18 mm) and weighing only one ounce (28 grams), the tracker is small enough to clip onto your keys, handbag, or backpack, yet large enough to house an impressively long-lasting battery that keeps the device powered for up to one year per charge.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n ![\"One](\"\")
<\/picture><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div> Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\/ZDNET <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe Halo is also durable, built to an IP66 rating, meaning it is completely dust-tight and can withstand strong water jets from any direction. The device is rugged enough to handle everyday wear and tear, whether it’s clipped to your bag on a rainy day or dropped into a sandy environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finder tag features<\/h2>\n
As a traditional finder tag, the Halo delivers on expectations. The device is compatible with both Apple’s Find My and Google’s Find Hub, allowing users to choose the ecosystem that best suits their needs.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Also: You’re being tracked online – 9 easy ways to stop the surveillance<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nThe Halo displays its location on a map and offers a Bluetooth finding range of up to 500 feet (150 meters) under ideal conditions, making it easy to locate misplaced items. Whether you’ve lost your keys in the couch cushions or left your bag at a coffee shop, the Halo has you covered.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Personal safety features<\/h2>\n
Where the Halo truly shines is as a personal safety device. The device features an ear-piercing 130dB siren and 150-lumen strobe lights, offering high levels of audible and visible deterrence. For context, 130dB is at the threshold of pain for most people (yes, I tested it, and it’s loud enough to make me wince), and the 150-lumen strobe is bright enough to grab attention in an emergency. These features make the Halo a powerful tool for deterring threats and signaling for help.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Also: The best GPS trackers and devices for kids you can buy now<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nAll safety features are customizable using the Pebblebee app available for Android<\/span><\/a><\/span> and iOS<\/span><\/a><\/span>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n <\/picture><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n\nLots of customization is possible in the Pebblebee app.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\/ZDNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nEasy activation<\/h2>\n
Activating the Halo is simple and intuitive. The device is pull-apart, meaning you only need to grab and pull it to trigger an alert. This motion is easy to perform, even in high-stress or adrenaline-filled situations.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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- Super-loud speaker, beats the AirTag hands down<\/span><\/li>\n
- Strobe makes finding in low-light conditions easier<\/span><\/li>\n
- Rechargeable using USB-C.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Cons<\/strong> <\/p>\n- \n
- Bulky compared to regular finder tags<\/span><\/li>\n
- Alert Live requires ongoing subscription<\/span><\/li>\n
- More expensive per tag than even the AirTag.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Follow ZDNET:\u00a0<\/em>Add us as a preferred source<\/span><\/a><\/span>\u00a0on Google.<\/em><\/p>\n
Tracker tags have revolutionized how we keep track of personal belongings<\/a>, offering a seamless combination of convenience, security, and peace of mind in a single device. With new advancements like extended range and integration into massive networks such as Apple’s Find My<\/a>\u00a0and Google’s Find Hub<\/a>, finding lost or stolen items has become faster and easier than ever before.<\/p>\n
But what if a tracker tag could do more than locate your belongings? What if it could help keep\u00a0you<\/em>\u00a0safe? Not in a creepy, invasive way, but as a personal safety device, one that can discreetly or loudly alert your friends, family, or loved ones during an emergency.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Also: My two Raspberry Pi boards cost as much as a laptop now – and AI is to blame<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
This is precisely what Pebblebee has achieved with the innovative Halo<\/span><\/a><\/span>, the first product in its Safe Haven line, designed to prioritize personal safety while still functioning as a reliable finder tag.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
More than just a finder tag<\/h2>\n
The Halo is much more than a simple tracker. The device combines a physical emergency trigger, a 130dB siren, a 150-lumen strobe, live location sharing, and an everyday-carry flashlight into one compact, rechargeable keychain device.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Also:\u00a0How my portable wind turbine compares to solar panels – 2 years of testing later<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Measuring just 1.1 x 2.7 x 0.7 inches (28 x 69 x 18 mm) and weighing only one ounce (28 grams), the tracker is small enough to clip onto your keys, handbag, or backpack, yet large enough to house an impressively long-lasting battery that keeps the device powered for up to one year per charge.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n \nAdrian Kingsley-Hughes\/ZDNET <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n The Halo is also durable, built to an IP66 rating, meaning it is completely dust-tight and can withstand strong water jets from any direction. The device is rugged enough to handle everyday wear and tear, whether it’s clipped to your bag on a rainy day or dropped into a sandy environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finder tag features<\/h2>\n
As a traditional finder tag, the Halo delivers on expectations. The device is compatible with both Apple’s Find My and Google’s Find Hub, allowing users to choose the ecosystem that best suits their needs.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Also: You’re being tracked online – 9 easy ways to stop the surveillance<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
The Halo displays its location on a map and offers a Bluetooth finding range of up to 500 feet (150 meters) under ideal conditions, making it easy to locate misplaced items. Whether you’ve lost your keys in the couch cushions or left your bag at a coffee shop, the Halo has you covered.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Personal safety features<\/h2>\n
Where the Halo truly shines is as a personal safety device. The device features an ear-piercing 130dB siren and 150-lumen strobe lights, offering high levels of audible and visible deterrence. For context, 130dB is at the threshold of pain for most people (yes, I tested it, and it’s loud enough to make me wince), and the 150-lumen strobe is bright enough to grab attention in an emergency. These features make the Halo a powerful tool for deterring threats and signaling for help.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Also: The best GPS trackers and devices for kids you can buy now<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
All safety features are customizable using the Pebblebee app available for Android<\/span><\/a><\/span> and iOS<\/span><\/a><\/span>.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n \n\n \n\nLots of customization is possible in the Pebblebee app.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\/ZDNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Easy activation<\/h2>\n
Activating the Halo is simple and intuitive. The device is pull-apart, meaning you only need to grab and pull it to trigger an alert. This motion is easy to perform, even in high-stress or adrenaline-filled situations.\u00a0<\/p>\n
- Alert Live requires ongoing subscription<\/span><\/li>\n
- Strobe makes finding in low-light conditions easier<\/span><\/li>\n