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WiFi Router - Xiaomi Mi WiFi Router 3 128MB

Price: 28.70$

Specifications:

Processor MT7620A 580MHz;
- ROM: 128MB SLC Nand Flash;
- RAM: 128MB DDR2;
- 2.4 Ghz Wi-Fi 2x2 (up to 300 Mbps);
- 5 Ghz Wi-Fi 2x2 (up to 867 Mbps);
- WAN (up to 100 Mbps);
- LAN x2 (up to 100 Mbps);
- No built-in HDD (can be connected via external USB);
- External omnidirectional antennas - 4 pcs.

WITH reverse side everything is written on the packaging English language. In the upper left corner there is a QR code for downloading a program to control the router from an Android mobile device.

Through the ventilation holes at the bottom, you can see that the board occupies half of the router case. Probably, so much empty space was left for ventilation, because. there is no active cooling. But even so, the device does not heat up much, it is slightly warm.

Wi-Fi Signal Repeater - Xiaomi Mi Wi-Fi

We increase the Wi-Fi coverage area to improve the quality of communication and the speed of the Internet connection!

This model connects to the main router via Wi-Fi and organizes its own wireless network, which allows you to increase the coverage area.

The device allows you to combine two or more routers into one network. Routers in the coverage area will automatically connect to the router whose signal at the connection point is better. In this case, the network will be one, with the same name and the same password for access.

The ideal option is direct radio visibility between the source and the repeater, which in real conditions it is almost impossible to achieve an ordinary apartment.

Specifications:

Opportunity simultaneous connection 16 devices;
- Speed ​​up to 300 Mbps;
- Light weight (50 g);
- Special USB connector with 180 degree rotating module.

The repeater comes in a branded zip-lock bag. In addition to the repeater itself, there is nothing in the package, the characteristics and a QR code with a link to the proprietary MiHome application are located on the back of the package.

The USB port is used here for two purposes - synchronizing settings with the Xiaomi router and for powering the repeater. The specifications indicate the need to provide a current of 0.5 A, which most power supplies can handle. In reality, the maximum consumption level noted during testing was 220 mA. So, if necessary, you can organize and mobile use with portable battery powerbank.

Xiaomi Mi Wi-Fi USB Adapter Wireless Router

This wifi adapter, which allows you to connect your computer or laptop to a Wi-Fi network wirelessly. The adapter works in access point mode and can distribute the Internet to several devices at once.

The adapter is very compact - less than a five-ruble coin. The kit includes a special strap for using the adapter as a keychain, which allows you to always carry it with you.

Useful on vacation, in the country or at home where you can create wifi network without buying expensive routers.

This mini router works with 802.11n/g/b protocols. Data transfer rate - up to 150 Mbps. Supports automatic network detection and switching between them.

The adapter provides access through the application to shared folder on your computer, making it easy to view and copy files from your PC to mobile phone or tablet wherever you are.

Bluetooth Dongle Module 4.0 - ORICO BTA - 403 Mini USB

Specifications:

Interface USB connections 2.0;
- Supported protocols: Bluetooth 2.0/2.1/3.0/4.0/LE;
- Supported profiles: PAN, GAVDP, HFP, HID, EDR 3.0, A2DP, GATT, HCRP, OPP, ATT, AVRCP;
- Radius of action outdoors - 20 meters;
- Data transfer rate: 3 Mbps.

The device looks like a compact flash drive. There is a blue LED on the case, when the device is working, it blinks at a frequency of a couple of times per second.

We insert the device into the USB port of a computer or laptop. The system detects it as a new device, a prompt appears to install drivers. We agree. In a minute, everything is ready. Then we activate the search for new devices, turn on our gadget (bluetooth headphones, smart, etc.), pairing occurs and that's it. You can listen or transfer files.

Bluetooth Receiver Receiver with Handsfree Function - TS-BT35A08 AUX

Specifications:
- Bluetooth: v3.0 + EDR, A2DP support;
- Bluetooth chip: OVC3960;
- stereo amplifier chip: PT2308-S;
- Output: Jack 3.5 mm;
- Reception distance: up to 10 m;
- Power supply: 5V;
- Working time: up to 8 hours;
- Sleep mode: yes;
- Dimensions: 54 x 25 x 11 mm;
- Weight: 12 g.

The gadget is designed to wirelessly receive an audio signal and transmit it to any device that has an AUX audio input.

If your car radio, active stereo speakers, headphones, old music center or another playback device does not have bluetooth, then you can transmit sound from any phone or tablet through this receiver. Power is supplied from any USB connector.

Smart Bluetooth 4.0 Tracer GPS Locator

Anti-loss! Lets through mobile app, track the movements of your child, luggage, pet in noisy, crowded, cramped places and just absentmindedness.

It also effectively prevents theft by alerting everyone with a loud signal if this device moves away from you.

Specifications:

Bluetooth 4.0 low energy consumption.
-Range of action - up to 20 m without barriers.
- Runs on CR2032 battery.
- Lightweight, weight - 10 g.
- Compatible with both Android (4.3 and up) and iOS (for iPhone 4S and up, iPad 3 and up).
-Works with iTracing app.(or iTAG the old way)

You need a smartphone or tablet with Android version 4.3 or iOS 7.0 (or higher) and Bluetooth version 4.0. We take the instruction and it contains QR codes for applications, iTAG is downloaded from some Chinese site.

Button on Tracer GPS hold for 3-4 seconds until 2 sounds sound signal- the blue LED will not blink twice and thus turn on Tracer GPS. Back to already installed application, turn on the bluetooth, through the magnifying glass in the upper left corner we find the iTAG device, establish a connection with it and go to the settings.

You can add at least a dozen such iTAGs and name each one accordingly.

1) Keys
2) Child
3) Child 2
4) Dog
5) Suitcase.

You can set features for each iTAG, you can turn on “anti lost” - if the bluetooth connection is lost, this is 10+ meters, then the iTAG starts beeping loudly, and a notification pops up on the phone and the selected melody plays.

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As you know, you can spend a lot of time searching for things lost in the house. And consider yourself lucky if a "small" thing was found.

But things are lost at work, in the store, and on the street, children lose things at school, on playgrounds ... Then - "write wasted!". However, not everything is so depressingly bad if you managed to get a small plate, attaching it to a potentially “lost” thing, you can find this thing without much difficulty.

A few years ago, a young California company Tile released such a GPS Bluetooth tracker (and its inventors, without further ado, called the plate Tile). Since then, it has become popular in two hundred countries of the world, where it is attached on a chain to children's clothes, briefcases, bags, key chains, phones, invested in wallets and glued to suitcases (there are Tile models with a self-adhesive base) - to everything that "sorry to lose." Bluetooth device tracker is simple (but this simplicity had to be thought of!) - it has two passive (not requiring power supply) built-in electronic devices- GPS-locator of the location of the "beacon" and a Bluetooth module that "responds" to signals from the owner's smartphone. That's all. Having such an “add-on” to your smartphone, you don’t have to worry about the missing thing - it will show itself where it is on the smartphone screen!

Recently, the developers of this "miracle finder" have released its second version of Tile Slim with reduced dimensions - now the "beacon" does not exceed the size of two payment cards, so it can be easily placed, for example, in a purse, passport cover, etc.

Even though Bluetooth can send a message to a smartphone at a distance of only about 10 m, the lost item can be found even if it is several kilometers away, because Tile Slim will send a signal to any smartphone that has the appropriate application installed, and further " along the chain” from other smartphones, the coordinates of the missing item will be sent to the smartphone of its owner. Such a development of events is very likely, since there are several tens of millions of Tile owners in the world today (only looking for the loss through Tile, there are about half a million daily).

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There is a video: Phone Halo presents the world's smallest Button TrackR, which is a beacon in the form of a coin or a button-button. It can fit comfortably in a pocket, purse, be used as a key ring, or anywhere a regular coin can fit. The lighthouse has additional features and works with all smartphones.

ButtonTrackR is a miniature device for tracking people, pets, things or vehicles - for example, . It comes with a convenient free application which can be installed on a tablet or smartphone. The range of the device is approximately 30 meters.

One can track up to ten Button TrackR beacons simultaneously. The application is designed to work with operating systems both iOS and Android. As the tracker moves away from your device, the latter will show a distance indicator and give appropriate signals.

One more interesting feature beacon is the ability to work in both directions. That is, if the tracker is near you, but you cannot find the smartphone, just press the beacon button for the smartphone to signal and attract your attention.

Since the Button TrackR beacon works with smartphones, the application is able to remember its position and show it on google maps just like trackers do. The beacon button can be attached to a bicycle frame or to another surface either with a regular adhesive tape or with a special connector for laces and rings.

In the application, for each of the 10 beacons assigned to a smartphone or tablet computer, the user can attach the corresponding image. In this case, the application will give a signal in case of removal from any of them. You can also set different signals.

In addition, the application has a mode " ", which will give signals constantly if your smartphone is stolen. To do this, just simply click on the only button in the beacon.

No less interesting is the beacon's response option if you and your smartphone are too far away from it. In this case, the collective tracking mode is activated and the smartphone of any user in which the same application is installed will give you signals indicating the GPS location of its location. However, a paid subscription to GPS services is not required.

Beacon Specifications - Button TrackR buttons include operation with an energy-efficient Bluetooth option low energy 4.0 (LE), availability with option battery life within one year without the need for replacement, as well as dimensions of 4 mm in thickness and 25 mm in diameter.

The company applied for an innovative web project Indiegogo, where it intended to collect 15,000 evergreen currency units. Probably, the developers were very disappointed when they saw on this moment an amount equal to 2000% of the required amount. This is true - users are so interested in a miniature novelty that they laid out almost a third of a million dollars from their bourgeois pockets.

So far, each user can leave their order to get the smallest beacon in the world - the Phone Halo Button TrackR tracker in August 2013. Moreover, to receive one unit, you need to sponsor a project for 25 USD, for two - for 40, for five - for 90, and for 100 pieces - for 900 USD.

Materials used:
indiegogo.com/projects/button-trackr-find-lost-items?browse_v=old_no_dropdown&c=home


Everyone sooner or later begins to think about controlling their health. The ideal option is a complete medical examination using specialized equipment and technology. However, it is not possible to conduct such a survey all the time. Bluetooth trackers that monitor a person’s physical activity around the clock do an excellent job of solving this problem. They not only allow you to count the number of steps or calories burned, but also have a number of other functions:

  • tracking heart rate, which is especially important for people who have problems with the cardiovascular system;
  • diet monitoring - an innovative feature that is present in the flagship models;
  • sleep monitoring, as well as the ability to use the smart alarm function;
  • a built-in personal trainer that reminds you when to warm up or do a certain exercise.

Distinctive features and functions of Bluetooth trackers

Although a Bluetooth tracker can outperform some of the latest technology, its main job is to motivate its owner to an active lifestyle and help control the level of stress. Among the main measuring functions this device the following can be distinguished:

  • determination of the pulse and constant monitoring of indicators;
  • the number of steps taken;
  • the amount of calories burned;
  • sleep quality and movement speed.
What's more, some advanced models can detect the amount of direct sunlight received or changes in oxygen levels in the air. That is why Bluetooth trackers are very popular among athletes who, based on the data received, can keep a food or sleep diary.

Most models on the market are characterized by the function of integrating with an application on a smartphone or tablet, so that all received data is stored on portable device. Special Program perform activity calculations, analyze changes in health and, if necessary, provide recommendations. For example, it can remind the user that he is not moving much.

Some models of Bluetooth trackers can monitor your health around the clock, even while you sleep. Such health monitoring not only helps athletes or lovers of an active lifestyle, but also people who have health problems. That is why such devices are becoming more relevant and in demand every day. In addition, manufacturers pay close attention to the appearance of fitness bracelets, making them a stylish accessory that can fit into any outfit.

Features of choosing a Bluetooth tracker


Of course, the most popular and sought after forms of Bluetooth trackers are watches and bracelets. However, there are more original models on the market that resemble clip-on earrings, tablets, and even headphones. Some innovative models can measure heart rate and other indicators using a special belt, while others are distinguished by the presence of built-in shoe sensors. In other words, a Bluetooth tracker is a health monitoring device 24 hours a day.

In the process of choosing the most optimal device, you need to pay attention to the following factors:

  1. The presence of a screen. It should be noted that most devices of this kind on the market are devoid of screens. Because of this, it is very difficult to quickly assess the current results and you have to constantly look at the data on your smartphone. But without a display, charging is enough for a record number of days. Of course, there are models on which small displays are installed, allowing you to quickly assess the main indicators. There is a direct relationship between the screen size, the amount of data displayed and the price of the tracker. In order to ensure maximum usability and autonomy, some manufacturers have developed and use special types of screens. These can be Amoled displays or monochrome options. Color displays are more comfortable, but they drain the battery much faster.
  2. Additional functions. Among basic functions, which are available on all Bluetooth trackers, you can select a step meter and a calorie counter. The rest already depends on the imagination of the developers. Recently, engineers have been paying close attention to such a function as sleep monitoring. Some gadgets can independently determine that a person has gone to bed, while others need to be informed about this using special button. The most advanced bracelets are able to independently determine in which phase of sleep a person is and are able to control the operation of the alarm clock in such a way as to wake the user during a light phrase. There are two other necessary features that can be found on expensive Bluetooth trackers - GPS and an altimeter. . Such opportunities will be relevant for connoisseurs of outdoor activities or athletes.
  3. Protective technologies. Almost any similar device available for sale boasts a shockproof case and dust protection. Some options are moisture resistant, making them suitable for showering, swimming and even snorkeling. In any case, before buying it is imperative to look at the operating conditions of the new gadget. This is the only way to understand whether it is suitable for use under water, what air temperature and humidity are optimal.
  4. Autonomy. Battery life is one of the most important criteria. For most models, charging once a week is enough, but if you have a color display, you will have to “replenish” the battery with energy every 3-4 days. It should be taken into account that the fewer functions, the less often you will have to charge the device. Some Bluetooth trackers with a minimum number of functions are able to work on a single charge for about six months.
  5. Applications. The trackers themselves are not able to store data on the number of steps taken, distance, etc. in memory. For this, special applications are used that receive data from gadgets, store them and process them. Applications from different manufacturers differ: some provide data in the form of tables and graphs, others simply create charts or display information in a list.

Popular models of Bluetooth trackers


On the modern market there are many Bluetooth trackers that differ in their functions, design and other parameters. This mini Bluetooth GPS tracker, smart Bluetooth tracker and other varieties.
  1. Xiaomi Mi Band 2- the second generation of the popular tracker from Xiaomi has a small screen, so now you do not need to wear a regular watch on your second hand. The device is equipped with a touch button that displays all the necessary information and time. A distinctive feature of this gadget is the battery life, which is about three weeks. Sensors include a heart rate monitor, an accelerometer, and a sleep monitoring function.
  2. Samsung Charm- the original model, which is famous for its nominal capabilities. The fact is that in this gadget, the Korean company has focused on the appearance, not functionality. Given the fact that Samsung Charm was created mainly for a female audience, it has small dimensions and minimal weight. The bracelet boasts a stylish appearance, however, you don’t need to expect anything beyond its capabilities: the accelerometer only counts steps, distance and calories burned.
  3. Withings Go- one of the most striking models, which boasts a record battery life. this model can be worn on hands, clothes or keys. A distinctive feature of Withings Go is the presence of an E-Ink screen. The tracker can track not only running, but also swimming. Withings Go is able to analyze sleep and display statistics in a mobile application.
  4. Moov Now is different high precision measurements made possible by the use of a nine-axis Omni Motion sensor. In addition, the device can track activities such as running, cycling, swimming or boxing. A proprietary application allows you to use several trackers at the same time. One of the advantages of Moov Now is the presence of the virtual coach feature. In the application, you must specify the physical data, the type of training and follow the voice prompts.
  5. Xiaomi AmazFit- first smart watch Chinese companies, which are a full-fledged fitness tracker. The presence of a ceramic body and glass Gorilla Glass provides the highest level of security and protection. The clock not only displays notifications, but also gives you the opportunity to interact with them. You can save music to the memory of the device and listen to it during training.
Thus, Bluetooth trackers are unique devices that can monitor the basic indicators of the body and greatly simplify the process of playing sports. Almost every model on the market boasts an accelerometer and a sleep monitoring function. And more advanced options - smart Bluetooth GPS trackers - have a display, a smart alarm clock and many other additional features.

Children are completely unpredictable creatures. And sometimes it's just impossible to keep track of them, even if a moment ago you held his tiny hand in the supermarket line. At about the age of 4-6 years, when the baby starts running away from his mother in search of something interesting in the neighboring yard, and in the summer he goes to the country house and often hides behind the fence with the neighbor boys, or goes to school, plunging into a completely unfamiliar environment - exactly during this period, careful supervision of the child is simply necessary.

Children do not yet think about the dangers of the world around them and do not know how to keep track of time at all, and fast legs take them far beyond familiar territories. Even if the child is just learning to walk, he can quietly crawl out of your field of vision, so the tracker is also useful for babies from 1 year and older.

And even if your child is monitored by a class teacher at school, and after classes a nanny with documented qualifications picks him up, caring parents still often worry about the fate of their child. With a personal tracker for children, the parent's heart will finally calm down, because you will always know where and with whom your child is at the moment.

When a child is lost, even if he is quite old, he starts to panic. And at such moments, you can even forget your own name in order to call a security guard or a passer-by who volunteered to participate in the search for mom. This is where a light and compact tracker comes to the rescue, which tracks the location of the child and turns out to be simply indispensable in extreme situations. With a tracker for children, you will always be calm about the safety of your child.

With the advent of new, advanced technologies, life has become easier. However, it is almost impossible to choose from the whole variety of modern models, if you do not delve into the details and subtleties.

What are trackers?

Tracking devices can be made in the following versions:

  1. A bracelet. An excellent and light accessory - the child will like it for its original design. It does not look bulky and does not attract attention.
  2. Beacons, key chains and brooches that are attached to a belt or satchel - perfect solution for babies.
  3. Clock. Most expensive device, however, it is difficult to lose it and it is almost impossible to guess that ordinary Wrist Watch can serve as a personal spy. Usually models of many colors are sold, but this option is not suitable for small children.
  4. Mobile phone application. If both phones are modern smartphones, then this option is the most economical, but only suitable for adult children. After all, phones, especially expensive ones, attract the attention of hooligans. In addition, mobile devices are often discharged at the most inopportune moment.
  5. Multifunctional Options, which combine a clock, some phone functions, the tracker itself and even an MP3 player.


How do tracking devices work?

The most fancy GPS trackers equipped with a display. From them you can call 4-5 numbers of loved ones filled in the device’s memory, send SMS and even listen to the situation around the baby, thanks to the built-in microphone. Therefore, in an emergency, the baby only needs to press one button to connect with his family. Trackers also often have an SOS button. After pressing the panic button, a notification is sent to all programmed numbers with data on the location of the child, which come in the form of a link to the site with a mark on the map.

For such trackers, you need to install a SIM card of any mobile operator. To activate the device from the parent's phone, you need to send to the tracker number special code in sms. Accordingly, no installation is required. special applications. Battery operated trackers charger. The mobile phone tracker APP can be installed secretly and track the movement of an object on the APP map.

To activate bluetooth tracker, for example, the Guardian tracker from the Beluvv brand, you need to download the application to the parent's mobile phone and activate the Bluetooth beacon chip located in the bracelet or brooch. Trusted persons can be connected to tracking the location of the child: a grandmother, uncle or brother.

Distinctive characteristicsGPS andBluetooth trackers:

  • durability due to reduced power consumption - it works without recharging for several months;
  • minimum time for sending coordinates;
  • movement speed tracking (GPS only);
  • compact dimensions and lightness: the dimensions of the tracker are no larger than a matchbox. Such a "bug" can be used for covert surveillance.

Additional "chips":

  • panic button SOS - at the moment sends location data to the phone in the form of a mark on the map;
  • smart energy saving: transmit data while moving and pause the collection of information if the movement stops, for example, during a lesson;
  • listening to the situation around the tracker;
  • water resistance;
  • fall sensor.

It is important that the tracker, especially if it is a cool watch or a beautiful bracelet, is liked by the child so that he feels comfortable and safe. But he should not be haunted by the feeling that he is being tracked by the keen eye of a compassionate grandmother or an overly caring mother. And when a child gets older, thanks to a tracker that catches the eye of others, he can even become the object of ridicule.

Disadvantages of GPS Devices

A significant disadvantage for many parents is the high price, given that children always strive to lose or break something, and sometimes take it apart. The simplest model will cost from 2,000 rubles, and with all the additional features - starting from 4,000 rubles.

GPS beacons catch well in open areas, so GPS navigators in cars are popular, which always transmit a signal quickly on a spacious road. However, with a child, the situation is different. Since a curious and restless child is often lost sight of not in an open playground, but in hypermarkets, rooms with dense walls, in the yards of densely built-up residential areas, as well as in rainy, foggy weather, in such conditions communication with the satellite can be interrupted. Use the device more carefully in winter - usually tracking devices can withstand frosts up to 20 ° C. Therefore, in regions with a harsh climate, get a tracker that can be fixed under warm clothes.

In addition, GPS devices do not work if there is no mobile connection or the battery of the device is low. Some models collect and accumulate information about the location of the child, and transmit after turning on the network. But what if you need to find a baby right now?

Features of Bluetooth trackers

Smart tracking devices that support the Bluetooth protocol differ significantly from GPS devices in terms of their functionality. Such devices control a child who is with you within a radius of 70 meters (you can set the limits yourself less). If he runs away from the safe zone, then you will always be alerted by a signal on your mobile device - phone or tablet computer. The Bluetooth tracker can be used during field trips in the fresh air in the absence of mobile communications, in a hypermarket where GPS does not catch, in the yards of high-rise new buildings. It is also indispensable when traveling abroad. In addition, Bluetooth trackers are several times cheaper than a GPS beacon.

For example, the modern and inexpensive Guardian tracker from Beluvv is 2 in 1: a reliable tracker and a stylish accessory.


Tracker Features
Guardian:

  1. The Guardian bracelet is made of silicone, and the tablet with the chip is made of polycarbonate, which is free of harmful bisphenol A.
  2. This accessory is light, comfortable and completely waterproof - you can even swim in the river with it.
  3. Stylish design and pleasant colors will appeal to any kid.
  4. Compatible with mobile devices Apple - to install, you only need to download the application.

Main feature - The Guardian bracelet combines andbluetooth, andGPS beacon. While the child is within a radius of 60-70 meters from you, the signal is transmitted to your device via Bluetooth. As soon as he leaves this zone, a connection with the satellite is set up, and the GPS signal transmits data to you about the exact location of the child.

What else can a tracker be used for?

Trackers can be used to track the whereabouts of the elderly or pets, as well as in many other cases: if you want to track a bike or a motorcycle parked at the office. The tracker-detective can be attached to a wallet or bag and supplemented with a GPS tracker for car alarms.

However, remember that a child needs to be trusted, and before you buy a tracker, be sure to explain to him what it is for and what there may be cases that a small child does not even think about. Show what each button is for and when to press it. And then this modern device will make your relationship with your child more trusting and warm, and you will always be calm about his health and safety.

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