Motorola Moto Tag Bluetooth Tracker: 4-Pack $138, 1-Pack $40 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store) @ Harvey Norman

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I've been watching these for a while. Harvey Norman Group are (unfortunately) the only ones who sell these items in Australia.

  • These are the Android version of Airtags. These are the same size as Airtags, so they are able to fit into any of the many accessories that an Airtag can fit into. I see it as an advantage over other trackers.
  • Google have also turned on the Ultra Wideband (UWB) network detection for eligible phones, which a lot of the cheaper tags don't have onboard.
  • Battery life is up to a year with a user replaceable CR2032 battery.
  • IP67 water protection.
  • Frequent firmware updates via app.
  • More info: https://www.motorola.com.au/accessories-moto-tag/p

Mototag - 1 Pack
RRP Was $55 - Now $40 Save $15

Never lose track of important items again. Just attach a moto tag to your belongings, and use your Android phone to locate anything with pinpoint precision, anywhere in the world.* Moto tag uses Google's Find My Device network of over a billion Android devices worldwide to locate your tag while protecting your privacy.

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It's worth noting that by default Google's find my settings on android devices are very restrictive, where it will only work in high traffic area's. It is recommended you change your settings to 'With network in all areas' under the 'Find your device' settings option on all Android devices. The more android users that do this, the more accurate the Google find my device network will function. You can see further discussion here: https://9to5google.com/2024/06/26/google-find-my-device-work…

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  • +4

    They appear to be far more expensive than other android options.

    • +2

      I'll agree with you. They are more expensive but some of the advantages make up for it at this price. They're the same dimension as Airtags, allowing you to attach these to a multitude of things using those accessories,
      UWB always you to pinpoint the tag when locating it (none of the cheaper ones have this), you're able to use the tag as a button to find your phone or to activate the camera shutter, also has a seperate app for updating the firmware.

    • From the OP: Google have also turned on the Ultra Wideband (UWB) network detection for eligible phones(en.wikipedia.org), which a lot of the cheaper tags don't have onboard.

    • +4

      I personally have had good success with google find my network tags from aliexpress - tried to paste the direct link to the one i bought, but appears ozB removed the post.

      I didnt want to pay $40+ per tracker for a chipolo one point given i wasnt sure how the google find my network would fare, but was willing to try for a $9 tracker, and it works pretty well. battery is replaceable and i had no issues pairing it to my pixel 8a and has worked quite well since i bought it.

      the google findHub/find my network allows if you're in range to ring the tag, also has a cold/warmer/hot visual, and can track location when out of your range based on find my network. im pretty happy and have bought a couple more that are on the way

      Heres the item number (you can search it direct in aliexpress.com)
      1005008709263428

      product description
      Bluetooth GPS Tracker for Android Phones Work With Google Find Hub App Key Finder Pet Smart Tag for Xiaomi Samsung Pixel OnePlus

      • i will add that this particular model (circle/semi circle shape) works better than the other aliexpress google find my tag model that i tried, that other one doesnt ping anywhere as near as often when out of range to me than the original one i posted.

  • -7

    Sorry, but that's not a bargain for a 4 pack Android bluetooth tracker, even if it's $40 less than its ridiculous, more-than-Apple normal price.

    Motorola needs a better importer than Harvey.

    Samsung's cheaper, for those with Galaxy devices (does not work with non-Galaxy devices)

    • +7

      you can get Samsung tags to work with any android phone using the app: uTag https://github.com/KieronQuinn/uTag

      • +1

        Yeah saw this on another post here. I did have trouble pairing the new Samsung tag though. Had to pair with Samsung tablet and then could use it on my Pixel phone.

      • +1

        Yeah i tried the samsung smartThings / smarttag hack on my pixel and that worked ok, although kind of buggy so i tried using an aliexpress tag thats compatitlbe with the google findHub app, which i prefer

        Heres the item number (you can search it direct in aliexpress.com)
        1005008709263428

        product description
        Bluetooth GPS Tracker for Android Phones Work With Google Find Hub App Key Finder Pet Smart Tag for Xiaomi Samsung Pixel OnePlus

        hope others find it useful!

        • +1

          Searched the number but nothing came up

          Edit: Google searched it and found it. Bought one, only $2.58? Hope it works!

          • +1

            @Jewdas90: If it's the one that looks like a flat circle and a little piece cut out of it that's the same as mine , hope it goes well for you! My other model which is diamond style kinda works but doesn't ping that well when out of range

      • +2

        I don't like how Samsung just refuse to add their tags to the Google FindMy network. I switche from a Samsung to a Pixel phone. So now I have 2 unused SmartTags sitting in my drawer.

    • +7

      They definitely need a better importer than Gerry.

      I wouldn't say it's a neg though, because it still is the cheapest price these tags have been at. These do have better support than all the cheaper ones and have other features that the cheaper tags miss out on.

      As NotaDeal pointed out you can use the Galaxy Tags with any Android device, but I believe you need a Samsung Device for set up.

      • -6

        Just because something is the cheapest it's been doesn't mean it's a bargain…

        I'm still going to argue it's not a deal and that Harvey Norman deserves the neg.

        The MotoTag might have a few more features than something like the Kogan Tag, but it still performs worse than the cheaper SmartTag and AirTag from Samsung and Apple.

        Edit: 4 pack of Apple AirTags for $105, that's a decent deal.

        • +5

          Not really worth mentioning Airtag when they don't work with Android

          The Mototag is currently one of very few phone brand tags working with any Android phone, whereas Samsung and Apple are locked to those devices without some mods in apps and setups

          • @markus84:

            Not really worth mentioning Airtag when they don't work with Android

            It's worth comparing to AirTag for the same reason we compare the prices of a Samsung Galaxy X or Google Pixel Y to an Apple iPhone Z. I'm not confused about cross compatibility; I'm just discussing value.

            The Mototag is currently one of very few phone brand tags working with any Android phone, whereas Samsung and Apple are locked to those devices without some mods in apps and setups

            There's quite a few alternatives:

            • Mili - $66 for 4
            • Chipolo
            • Pebblebee
            • JioTag
            • Kogan
            • Countless generic manufacturers
        • :(

      • we sell them because JB are too scared to sell button battery products

        • I'd prefer to see them in MobileCiti, DigiDirect, etc.

          • @besttechadvisor: whys that? less locations, inconvenient to get stuff from

            • +2

              @HardlyNormal: No offence OP, but at least other retailer doesn't owned by Gerry Harvey, the worst enemy of OZbargainers due to his direct role in causing us to be slugged by unnecessary extra tax.

  • +1

    I bought these - very difficult to both set up and resolve issues when they unpair.
    When they work, they work very well. When they don't (which is often), they're a nightmare to fix.

    • The Samsung or the Motorola?

      • Motorola Moto Tag with a Motorola phone or any Android.

  • +1

    Any decent AliExpress options for Google's Find My Device compatible tags?

  • What about Tile (4 pack) on sale $69.95 (50% off)
    went through checkout and shipping is $9

    $139.95 on Amazon AU

    https://www.life360.com/en-au/tile-trackers/product/black-ma…

    • I believe they use their own network, plus have features locked behind subscriptions.

    • Tiles aren't worth buying. I've got 4 or 5 you can have. Send me a message.

  • +2

    I know it's early days for this product in Aus, but more than the apple equivalent? I will wait

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