Apple’s latest accessory, AirTag, has been designed to help people easily locate and track their important items like keys, wallets, and bags. AirTag is compatible with Apple devices running iOS 14.5 or later, which means that Android users are left out. However, with a little workaround and the help of some third-party apps, Android users can also use AirTag to track their belongings.

In this article, we’ll explain how to set up and use AirTag with your Android phone.

Step 1: Purchase an AirTag

The first step is to purchase an AirTag from an Apple Store or online. AirTag costs $29 for a single unit or $99 for a pack of four.

Step 2: Install the “Item Tracker” app

Since AirTag is only compatible with Apple devices, you’ll need to use a third-party app to use AirTag with an Android phone. There are several apps available that make use of Apple’s Find My network to help Android users track their belongings.

One of the best apps for this purpose is the “Item Tracker” app. You can download this app from the Google Play Store.

Step 3: Pair your AirTag with the “Item Tracker” app

Once you have downloaded the “Item Tracker” app, you’ll need to pair your AirTag with it. To do this, open the app and tap on the “+” icon on the top right corner of the screen. You’ll be prompted to enter the AirTag serial number, which you can find on the back of the AirTag.

After entering the serial number, your AirTag will be paired with the app.

Step 4: Attach your AirTag to your item

Next, attach your AirTag to the item you want to track. You can attach the AirTag to your keys, wallet, bag, or any other item that you want to keep track of.

Step 5: Use the app to track your item

Once your AirTag is attached to your item, you can use the “Item Tracker” app to track it. The app will show you the location of the AirTag on a map, and you can also set up alerts to notify you when the AirTag is moved or when it goes out of range.

Final thoughts

While AirTag is designed to work seamlessly with Apple devices, Android users can also use it to track their belongings with a little workaround. By using the “Item Tracker” app or other similar apps, you can easily track your items using AirTag. However, it’s important to note that the AirTag’s precision tracking features, like precision finding and proximity tracking, are only available on iOS devices.