Chipolo, an AirTag rival, debuts rechargeable trackers with a six-month battery life | TechCrunch
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Chipolo introduced two rechargeable trackers: the LOOP, attachable to items and available in six colors, and the slim CARD designed to fit in wallets with a textured matte charcoal finish. Both devices offer roughly six months of battery life per charge, with the LOOP using USB-C charging and the CARD supporting Qi wireless charging. Each tracker provides an extended Bluetooth range of about 400 feet (120 m), loud ringtones up to 110–125 dB, and compatibility with Find My on Apple and the Find Hub on Android via the Chipolo companion app. Products use at least 50% post-consumer recycled plastic.
Unlike AirTags, which rely on a replaceable CR2032 lithium 3V coin battery, Chipolo's new devices have rechargeable batteries. The company claims the battery will last around six months before needing another charge. To charge the LOOP, you can use any USB-C cord, while the CARD can be charged using a Qi wireless charger. While some consumers may prefer to simply replace a battery when it dies, others prefer to buy devices with rechargeable batteries to reduce e-waste.
Both new devices also feature an extended Bluetooth range of 400 feet (120 m), which makes it easier to find misplaced items nearby. When an item is missing, you can search for it using your phone via the Chipolo companion app, as Chipolo works with both Find My on Apple devices and the Find Hub on Android devices. The ring is loud, reaching up to 110 dB for the CARD, while the LOOP reaches up to 125 dB.
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