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Best Bluetooth Trackers and AirTag Alternatives in 2026: iPhone and Android

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Last updated: October 22, 2026. Details come from Apple's January 26, 2026 AirTag announcement, Engadget's tracker guide (updated February 3, 2026), and Apple and Google safety pages, all read October 22, 2026. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Some links below are affiliate links, which means this site may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Quick answer Apple's second-generation AirTag costs $29 ($99 for four) and needs an iPhone on iOS 26 or later; Chipolo Pop and Pebblebee Clip 5 work with Apple's or Google's network. Engadget measured the Pebblebee Clip 5 at 97 decibels versus roughly 65 for the first-generation AirTag, and found Apple's network fastest for lost-item finding. Apple and Google both provide unwanted-tracker alerts, so turn them on and learn what to do if one appears. Bluetooth trackers help you find keys, bags and luggage, and Apple's AirTag is no longer the only serious choice. Google...

Best Wireless Earbuds and AirPods Alternatives in 2026: Picks by Need

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Last updated: October 22, 2026. Picks, prices and buying advice come from CNET's wireless earbuds guide (updated October 7, 2026), battery figures from TechRadar's guide (updated October 16, 2026) and Apple's AirPods Pro page, all read October 22, 2026. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Some links below are affiliate links, which means this site may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Quick answer CNET names the Sony WF-1000XM6 ($328) its best overall and the Apple AirPods Pro 3 ($199) the best for Apple users. Lower-priced alternatives in CNET's guide include the EarFun Air Pro 4 Plus ($100), Baseus Inspire XP1 ($65) and Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE ($113). Match the earbuds to your phone, fit, noise cancellation needs, call quality and battery life, and check current retailer prices. AirPods are the default choice for many iPhone owners, but they are far from the only good option, and prices for alternatives range from w...