Pebblebee Clip ZDNET's key takeaways The finder tag is equipped with a rechargeable battery, so you won't have to throw away old button cells
It features a bright LED for finding things in low light.
The tag is on the pricier side. View now at Amazon
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I have a habit of putting things down and forgetting where I put them, so finder tags like the Apple AirTag have been a game-changer for me, saving me endless amounts of time and frustration.
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While I still think AirTags are the best finder tags because they have precision finding technology that allows them to be pinpointed, other makers are producing some great tags. I've been testing the Pebblebee Clip Universal finder tag, and this has some neat features that make it stand out from the AirTag.
First up, the Pebblebee Clip Universal works with both Google's Find My Device and Apple's Find My Device networks. You can switch the device from one network to the other with a few presses -- it does factory reset the tag, but it does mean that you're not tied to one network. The expanded support alone gives Pebblebee the edge over the popular Apple AirTag, which remains exclusive to iOS users only.
The tag is also rechargeable, so you won't have to throw away CR2032 button cells. It has a USB-C port on the bottom to charge the battery, which should last about a year between recharges. This makes the Clip a standout tracker in my book, and something I wouldn't mind gifting during the holidays.
Adding a built-in battery and charging port makes the Clip slightly larger than the standard Bluetooth tracker. I'll take that added heft if it means I can use the accessory without ever needing to physically swap out the battery.
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