{"id":50123,"date":"2026-04-14T04:10:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T04:10:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/?p=50123"},"modified":"2026-04-14T04:10:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T04:10:26","slug":"i-carried-this-bluetooth-tracker-card-in-my-backpack-for-a-week-and-it-withstood-my-clumsiness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/?p=50123","title":{"rendered":"I carried this Bluetooth tracker card in my backpack for a week &#8211; and it withstood my clumsiness"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeReviewCard\">\n<div class=\"c-reviewCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\"><a href=\"https:\/\/assoc-redirect.amazon.com\/g\/r\/https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GGH8X9S2?tag=cnet-api-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asin=\"B0GGH8X9S2\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\" class=\"c-reviewCard_topButton\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-reviewCard_head g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<figure class=\"c-globalImage\" style=\"padding-bottom:calc(9\/16* 100%);\">\n<div><picture class=\"c-cmsImage c-cmsImage_loaded\" style=\"aspect-ratio:456\/306;\"> <\/picture><\/div>\n<p> <!----><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><\/a> <\/p>\n<div class=\"c-reviewCard_lists g-text-xsmall\">\n<h4 class=\"g-text-large g-text-large-bold g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">pros and cons<\/h4>\n<div class=\"c-prosCons c-prosCons g-text-small c-prosCons-horizontal\">\n<div class=\"c-prosCons_list c-prosCons_list-pros\"><strong class=\"c-prosCons_title u-text-lowercase g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall u-block\">Pros<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul class=\"c-prosCons_listElement\">\n<li><span>Tough polycarbonate construction built to last in a wallet or purse.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>5-month battery life with wireless recharging.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Simple to use, no third-party app needed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-prosCons_list c-prosCons_list-cons\"><strong class=\"c-prosCons_title u-text-lowercase g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall u-block\">Cons<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul class=\"c-prosCons_listElement\">\n<li><span>High price (but on par with similar tracker cards).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>I wouldn&#8217;t use this as a luggage tag.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!---->  <\/p>\n<p><span>more buying choices<\/span> <svg><use xlink:href=\"#arrow-dropdown\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\/><\/svg><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><em>Follow ZDNET: <\/em><span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?element=BODY&amp;element_label=Add+us+as+a+preferred+Google+source&amp;module=LINK&amp;object_type=text-link&amp;object_uuid=5e5d2e64-4b30-43e6-8555-26eac7e449f3&amp;position=1&amp;template=article&amp;track_code=__COM_CLICK_ID__&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fpreferences%2Fsource%3Fq%3Dzdnet.com&amp;view_instance_uuid=379e95d2-6b56-476b-a90b-043a8dd63bd3\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Add us as a preferred source<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span><em> on Google.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p>Once again, I&#8217;m waxing lyrical about <span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FApple-AirTag-2nd-Generation-Precision%2Fdp%2FB0GJTXVN9Z&amp;app_deeplink=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\"><span>Apple AirTags<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span>. I absolutely love them. They&#8217;ve been the one piece of tech that has truly transformed my life.   <\/p>\n<p>But as much as I adore them, they&#8217;re not perfect. One thing that hasn&#8217;t changed in the nearly five years since their release is their shape. No matter how big a fan I am &#8212; and I consider myself their No. 1 fan &#8212; even I have to admit that their little UFO-like design doesn&#8217;t fit well into a wallet or purse.   <\/p>\n<p><strong>Also:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zdnet.com\/article\/pebblebee-halo-review\/\"><strong>This AirTag alternative with a 130dB siren and strobe light has my name written all over it<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;ve tried all sorts of solutions to make AirTags work for wallets, even going so far as to take one apart and retrofit it into a 3D-printed credit card shell. But, in the end, the best option I&#8217;ve found is the <span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FRidge-Airtag-Case-Holder-Attachment%2Fdp%2FB0D2Z6RF6N&amp;app_deeplink=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\"><span>clip that Ridge uses<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span> on its <span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FRidge-Wallets-Men-Minimalist-Basecamp%2Fdp%2FB0D2PP3LLD&amp;app_deeplink=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\"><span>wallets<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span> &#8212; and even that is far from ideal.   <\/p>\n<p>Thankfully, third-party tags have entered the market, and many of them are perfect for slipping into a wallet or purse. Even better, some offer a few improvements over Apple&#8217;s AirTag.   <\/p>\n<p>One tag I&#8217;ve been testing recently is the <span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FUAG-Metropolis-Tracker-Card-Rechargeable%2Fdp%2FB0GGH8X9S2&amp;app_deeplink=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\"><span>UAG Metropolis by Urban Armor Gear<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span>, a company known for its tough smartphone cases. The Metropolis ticks all the boxes for me and is now my tag of choice for my wallet.   <\/p>\n<p><!----><\/p>\n<h2>   Why it works for wallets   <\/h2>\n<p>The Metropolis is designed to fit perfectly alongside your credit cards. It measures 3.4 x 2.2 x 0.1 inches (85.8 \u00d7 53.6 \u00d7 3.0 mm), making it about the thickness of four credit cards.   <\/p>\n<p><strong>Also:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zdnet.com\/article\/ugreen-finder-pro-tag-review\/\"><strong>This Bluetooth tracker has effectively replaced my AirTag with its enhanced durability alone<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The card is made of a tough polycarbonate shell, ultrasonically welded along the edges. It&#8217;s IPX4-rated, meaning it&#8217;s not dust-resistant and can handle splashes. I even immersed the card multiple times, and it kept working flawlessly.   <\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\"><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-color-black\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent\">\n<p>Water is no problem for the Metropolis tracker card.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall u-block\">Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\/ZDNET <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>   Durability: Can it handle everyday use?   <\/h2>\n<p>A common concern with slim tracker cards is their durability. Wallets and purses tend to experience a lot of bending and flexing, which can potentially damage something containing a rechargeable battery.   <\/p>\n<p><strong>Also:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zdnet.com\/article\/apple-airtag-2-popular-tracker-flaw\/\"><strong>I took apart the new AirTag 2 and found a serious flaw in Apple&#8217;s popular tracker<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>To test this, I carried the Metropolis tag in my back pocket without a wallet for over a week. Despite all the bending and flexing, the tag remained unaffected.   <\/p>\n<h2>   Battery life and charging   <\/h2>\n<p>Inside the Metropolis is a 110 mAh battery that lasts about five months under normal use. When it&#8217;s time to recharge, you can simply place it on a Qi or MagSafe wireless charger for a couple of hours.   <\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_image\"><picture class=\"c-cmsImage\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1280\/720;\"><!----> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\" alt=\"Wireless charging is fast and convenient, and it means no batteries to throw away and no USB ports to fill with pocket schmoo.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-color-black\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent\">\n<p>Wireless charging is fast and convenient, and it means no batteries to throw away and no USB ports to fill with pocket schmoo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall u-block\">Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\/ZDNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>According to UAG, the battery is designed to last through 300 recharge cycles. That equates to over 100 years of use based on the battery&#8217;s lifespan, so it&#8217;s safe to say the battery is built to last.<\/p>\n<p>The Metropolis works with both Apple&#8217;s Find My and Google&#8217;s Find Hub networks. During setup, you choose which network you want, and you can reset the card later if needed.   <\/p>\n<p><strong>Also:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zdnet.com\/article\/rolling-square-bluetooth-tracker-review\/\"><strong>I put away my AirTag just minutes after trying this Bluetooth tracker alternative &#8211; here&#8217;s why<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Bluetooth detection range is about 200 feet (60 meters) in ideal conditions, dropping to around 100 feet (30 meters) indoors. These ranges are typical for Bluetooth trackers.<\/p>\n<p>A question I&#8217;ve been asked a lot is whether RFID-blocking wallets limit the range of tracker cards. After testing several cards and wallets, I can confidently say that they don&#8217;t have any significant effect.   <\/p>\n<p>However, metal wallets, like Ridge wallets, can block the signal. If this happens, you can slide the tracker behind the money strap, which is Ridge&#8217;s recommended workaround.<\/p>\n<p>One standout feature of the UAG Metropolis is its 95 dB speaker. This is about as loud as a power tool and significantly louder than the first-generation AirTags. It&#8217;s on par with the second-gen AirTags, making it perfect for finding a wallet lost in a pile of clothes, deep in a sofa, or even in a car.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zdnet.com\/article\/keysmart-smartcard-wallet-tracker-ios-android\/\"><strong>This AirTag-like card tracker is my top choice for Android and iOS users &#8211; and it&#8217;s rechargeable<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Metropolis has a slot cut into it so it can double as a luggage tag. However, I&#8217;m not a fan of using tracker tags for air travel because I&#8217;ve seen many get bent or damaged. Instead, I recommend placing the tag inside your luggage or using a rugged tag holder for extra protection.   <\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_image\"><picture class=\"c-cmsImage\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1280\/720;\"><!----> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\" alt=\"It bends, but won't break in normal use.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" fetchpriority=\"low\"\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-color-black\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent\">\n<p>It bends, but won&#8217;t break in normal use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall u-block\">Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\/ZDNET <\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>   ZDNET&#8217;s buying advice   <\/h2>\n<p>I really like the <span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FUAG-Metropolis-Tracker-Card-Rechargeable%2Fdp%2FB0GGH8X9S2&amp;app_deeplink=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\"><span>UAG Metropolis<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span> card. It&#8217;s functional, stylish, and works seamlessly with both Apple and Google&#8217;s tracking networks. Plus, it doesn&#8217;t require a third-party app to operate.   <\/p>\n<p>You can also rest assured that no one will use it to track you surreptitiously &#8212; it will trigger an unknown tracker alert if that happens.   <\/p>\n<p>The card also pairs nicely with <span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FURBAN-ARMOR-GEAR-Metropolis-Compatible%2Fdp%2FB0F5VYYSCG&amp;app_deeplink=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\"><span>UAG&#8217;s slim Kevlar magnetic wallet<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span>, which adds a touch of style and practicality.   <\/p>\n<p><strong>Also:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zdnet.com\/article\/best-bluetooth-tracker\/\"><strong>The best Bluetooth trackers of 2026: Our top picks to keep tabs on your stuff<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>At $45, the Metropolis is competitively priced compared to other high-performing tracker cards, like those from <span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FRidge-Wallet-Tracker-Card-Waterproof%2Fdp%2FB0F6VLF4H3&amp;app_deeplink=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\"><span>Ridge<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FRolling-Square-AirCard-Pro-Bluetooth%2Fdp%2FB0F3DNV9XY&amp;app_deeplink=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\"><span>Rolling Square<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span>, or <span class=\"c-commerceLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cc.zdnet.com\/v1\/otc\/00hQi47eqnEWQ6T9d4QLBUc?merchant=05kie42h3YvHwjr4G1w80Qq&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSmartCard-MFI-Certified-Compatible-Rechargeable-Waterproof%2Fdp%2FB0GKQNHP8W&amp;app_deeplink=1\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-aps-asc-tag=\"zd-buy-button-20\" data-aps-asc-subtag=\"__COM_CLICK_ID__|null|dtp\"><span>KeySmart<\/span><!----><\/a><\/span> (though deals may vary, so shop around).   <\/p>\n<p>I particularly love the rounded corners and smooth, premium feel of this card. It&#8217;s far less likely to wear through the sides of a wallet or purse compared to some other cards I&#8217;ve tested.   <\/p>\n<p>The UAG Metropolis is an excellent alternative to Apple AirTags, especially if you&#8217;re looking for a tracker that fits into your wallet or purse. While it doesn&#8217;t support Apple&#8217;s Precision Finding, its slim design, durability, and compatibility with both Apple and Google networks make it a strong contender in the tracker market.   <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n      (function() {\n        window.zdconsent = window.zdconsent || {run:[],cmd:[],useractioncomplete:[],analytics:[],functional:[],social:[]};\n        window.zdconsent.cmd = window.zdconsent.cmd || [];\n        window.zdconsent.cmd.push(function() {\n          !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n          {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n          n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n          if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n          n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n          t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n          s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,'script',\n          'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n          fbq('set', 'autoConfig', false, '789754228632403');\n          fbq('init', '789754228632403');\n        });\n      })();\n    <\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zdnet.com\/article\/uag-metropolis-wallet-tracker-ios-android-review\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>pros and cons Pros Tough polycarbonate construction built to last in a wallet or purse. 5-month battery life with wireless recharging. 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