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Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Yahoo
Skechers releases kid shoes with a hidden AirTag compartment
Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products. Skechers just released a helicopter parent's dream shoe. Find My Skechers is a new line of children's shoes that encourages parents to hide an Apple AirTag under the heel. If tracking them on Snapchat wasn't enough and tracking their smartwatch didn't quite cut it, now you can hide an AirTag on their person. Remember running around the neighborhood with your friends and being told to be home for dinner? Or perhaps biking to and from school? You were figuring out how to navigate the world on your own and parents were learning how to let you do so just like they did when they were younger. Find My Skechers shoes are offered in sizes for children as young as one and as old as ten. This begs the question: does Skechers think we are leaving our toddlers unsupervised to the degree that we need to hide trackers in their shoes? On the other end of the spectrum, do we think a 10‑year‑old won't figure out that their parents bought them the AirTag‑tracking shoe? After all, about 42 percent of 10‑year‑olds own a smartphone and might even get alerted that an AirTag is following them. Add to this that there is research suggesting that using digital technology to track your children's whereabouts can lead to more rebellious behavior. This feature may help locate shoes left at school, camp or a sleepover. Some online commentators were also quick to point out that this shoe could help keep track of elderly loved ones who might wander. A commercial for the new line of shoes describes the "clever secure hidden compartment" where parents can hide the AirTag and notes that your child won't be able to feel it in their shoes. The shoes are machine‑washable and available for sale now. An Apple AirTag is not included.
Tom's Guide
12 hours ago
- Tom's Guide
Skechers just launched kids' shoes with hidden AirTag slots for ultimate peace of mind
For parents who worry about their kids' whereabouts, you've probably considered putting a tracker on them for peace of mind. I keep an Apple AirTag on my child's stroller, just in case. Skechers is making that a possibility thanks to its new Find My Skechers line of kids' sneakers that feature a secret compartment inside the shoe designed to hold an AirTag so that you can track your child. The line features shoes with sizes ranging from toddler to eight years old. The compartment can be found by lifting the sneaker's insole and a fabric web liner. Underneath that is a plastic slot recessed into the midsole that holds the AirTag. The compartment features a lid that screws in place to keep the tracker snug, which should keep kids from tampering with it. Skechers says the fabric and casing won't block the wireless signal for the tracker. Additionally, the shoes don't feature any branding that would indicate a tracker is in the shoe, looking like any other Skecher. So it does make for a more covert way to track your kids. Unlike some of our picks for the best GPS trackers for kids, which are mostly smartwatches, the hidden AirTag shoe is one that is unobtrusive and that kids likely won't take off and lose like they might a watch. And unlike our top pick, the Jiobit, it stays on their person and not just clipped to a jacket or backpack. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.
The Verge
13 hours ago
- The Verge
You can hide an AirTag in Skechers' new kids' shoes
If you're a parent with kids in school or kids who are independently exploring their neighborhood for the first time, then there's a good chance you've considered stashing a tracker somewhere on their person for added peace of mind. Skechers is making that a little easier with a new line of sneakers for kids that feature a hidden compartment in the sole, which is designed to securely hold an Apple AirTag so you can track your child without worrying about the tracker itself going missing. There are currently several different styles and color options in the company's new Find My Skechers line, with size options ranging from toddlers to eight-year-olds. Lifting the sneaker's insole and a fabric web liner reveals a plastic compartment recessed into the cushioned midsole that holds and protects an AirTag without inhibiting its wireless communications. You can already find a lot of AirTag accessories that let you attach an AirTag to an active child more securely than just slipping the tracker into their pockets, where it can potentially fall out while they're playing. Skechers' solution goes one step further with a lid on the compartment that's screwed into place. That should help prevent kids from tampering with it and, given the AirTag's compact size, make it safer for toddlers still experimenting with cramming things into their mouths. As an added safety feature, the shoes don't feature any branding that hint at there being an AirTag inside them. They look like every other sneaker that Skechers sells, making them one of the more covert ways to keep tabs on where your kids are. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All by Andrew Liszewski Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Apple Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Gadgets Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All News Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Tech
Engadget
13 hours ago
- Engadget
Skechers releases kid shoes with a hidden AirTag compartment
Skechers just released a helicopter parent's dream shoe. Find My Skechers is a new line of children's shoes that encourages parents to hide an Apple AirTag under the heel. If tracking them on Snapchat wasn't enough and tracking their smartwatch didn't quite cut it, now you can hide an AirTag on their person. Remember running around the neighborhood with your friends and being told to be home for dinner? Or perhaps biking to and from school? You were figuring out how to navigate the world on your own and parents were learning how to let you do so just like they did when they were younger. Find My Skechers shoes are offered in sizes for children as young as one and as old as ten. This begs the question: does Skechers think we are leaving our toddlers unsupervised to the degree that we need to hide trackers in their shoes? On the other end of the spectrum, do we think a 10‑year‑old won't figure out that their parents bought them the AirTag‑tracking shoe? After all, about 42 percent of 10‑year‑olds own a smartphone and might even get alerted that an AirTag is following them. Add to this that there is research suggesting that using digital technology to track your children's whereabouts can lead to more rebellious behavior. This feature may help locate shoes left at school, camp or a sleepover. Some online commentators were also quick to point out that this shoe could help keep track of elderly loved ones who might wander. A commercial for the new line of shoes describes the "clever secure hidden compartment" where parents can hide the AirTag and notes that your child won't be able to feel it in their shoes. The shoes are machine‑washable and available for sale now. An Apple AirTag is not included. If you buy something through a link in this article, we may earn commission.
Leaders
13 hours ago
- Business
- Leaders
Track Your Bags: Saudia Boosts Baggage Recovery with Apple Location Sharing
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has launched a new feature that enables passengers to track their lost or delayed baggage, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). The 'Share Item Location' feature from Apple allows Saudia travelers to privately and securely locate and return baggage equipped with an AirTag or 'Find My network' accessory. Passengers can easily get a baggage location sharing link from the Find My app on their iPhone, iPad, or Mac devices. Then, they can send the link via Saudia digital portal. For more safety, this location sharing automatically expires after 7 days or upon baggage recovery. Moreover, passengers can choose to deactivate it manually at any point. Powered by Apple's Find My network, the 'Share Item Location' feature allows a passenger to find their lost items using a billion Apple devices nearby. It is totally private and encrypted, meaning no one else can view an item's location or information. Passengers can access this feature by ensuring their Apple device is updated to iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, or macOS 15.2 or later. In the light of this, Chief Data and Technology Officer at Saudia Group, Abdulgader Attiah, said that the launch of the 'Share Item Location' feature underscores Saudia's commitment to digital transformation and harnessing cutting-edge technology to elevate the traveler experience. Furthermore, he pointed out that the collaboration with Apple reflects Saudia's dedication to providing world-class services and establishing its status as a leader in the aviation industry through adopting innovative solutions that enhance service benchmarks and operational efficiency. Short link :
