
TimeCapsule Extends Apple AirTag Battery Life to a Decade | Image Source: arstechnica.com
PORTLAND, Or., December 20, 2024 – Apples AirTag users who fight frequent battery replacements now have a potential solution, thanks to a new product called TimeCapsule. Developed by Elevation Lab, this $20 case promises to extend the life of an AirTag battery by one year to ten years. The announcement, made on Wednesday, aroused great interest among users looking for sustainable tracking capabilities for several applications.
How time works
Unlike the CR2032 standard battery of parts that AirTags supplies, TimeCapsue uses two AA batteries to provide extended power. According to arstechnica.com, users need to replace the original rear plate and the AirTag battery with the TimeCapsule. Once installed, the AirTag is placed in contact points in the housing, which is designed to be water resistant and durable. The device is compatible with Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA batteries, which claims to provide 14 times the power of the original configuration.
Design and sustainability
The TimeCapsule features a gold CNC aluminum box, designed to support challenging environments. In the case of Elevation Lab, the enclosure is particularly useful for AirTags placed in vehicles, ships or other scenarios where regular battery replacements are awkward or impractical. The product is designed to protect AirTag from moisture, dust and other external factors, ensuring reliable performance during its extended life.
Origin of innovation
As detailed on the product page TimeCapsule, the inspiration for the device came from a personal experience of its inventor. After losing the camera equipment, they discovered that the AirTag connected to the team had died months earlier because of an exhausted battery. This incident highlighted the limitations of AirTag’s standard power configuration and motivated the development of a more durable battery solution. According to Elevation Lab, this innovation meets a critical need for AirTags-dependent users to obtain valuable items for long periods of time.
Requests for hearing and destination
The TimeCapsule case is marketed to individuals using AirTags in environments where frequent battery changes are not possible. This includes outdoor enthusiasts, vehicle owners and those who use AirTags for industrial or marine purposes. Elevation Lab points out that the case is ideal for long-term monitoring needs, providing mental peace to users who trust AirTags to monitor expensive or irreplaceable items.
Availability and prices
The TimeCapsule is currently available for purchase on the website of the Upgrading Laboratory and Amazon at a price of $20. The company recommends adapting the housing to high quality AA batteries, such as the ultimate lithium Energizer, to maximize its performance. Elevation Lab has decided to extend AirTag functionality in line with increasing consumer demand for enhanced surveillance devices that offer both reliability and longevity.
This innovation highlights the potential of third party accessories to increase the capabilities of popular technology devices. With the TimeCapsule, Elevation Lab aims to address a long-standing point of pain for AirTag users, combining practicality and sustainable design to create a solution that resonates with a wide range of applications.