How To Activate a Samsung Smart Tag

How To Activate a Samsung Smart Tag

What is Samsung Smart Tag?

Galaxy SmartTag is a key finder and object finder produced by Samsung Electronics. The device utilizes Bluetooth LE to allow the user to locate whatever object it is attached to via the SmartThings mobile app.

How To Activate a Samsung Smart Tag

  1. Open the SmartThings app on your phone or tablet.
  2. Press the middle button on your SmartTag. The SmartTag will activate and make a sound.
  3. A window will appear on your phone or tablet. Tap Add Now.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting up your SmartTag.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I set up Samsung tracker?

From the ‘Select a room in Home’ screen, select a ‘room’ for tracker then follow the on-screen prompts. Wait for your Tracker to pair then follow the on-screen prompts. It may take some time to connect tracker to your phone. The tracker is ready when the light turns blue.

How does Samsung Smart tag work?

Galaxy SmartTag is a key finder and object finder produced by Samsung Electronics. The device utilizes Bluetooth LE to allow the user to locate whatever object it is attached to via the SmartThings mobile app.

Why is my Samsung Smart tag not showing up?

If you are still unable to find your SmartTag, there are a few options that you can use to help. Search nearby: once you tap Search nearby, your phone will start searching for your SmartTag. Once found, you will be shown the strength of the SmartTag’s signal.

How to use your phone as a GPS tracker?

  1. Open the Settings app on your Android phone.
  2. Scroll down and select “Google” or “Google Settings,” depending on your device.
  3. In the Google settings menu, tap on “Security.”
  4. Look for the option labelled “Find My Device” or “Find My Phone” and tap on it.

How do I track my Samsung tag?

You can also use findmymobile.samsung.com to see a map of the tags location. The idea is you use the map in SmartThings Find to lead you to where it thinks your tag is and then use ‘Search nearby’ to help you home in on it to the point where you can connect to it and tell it to ‘Ring’.

How do I connect my smart tag?

This is how you set up your new Smart Tags:

  1. Activate the NFC function on your phone so that the phone is able to recognize NFC tags.
  2. Download the Automator App for iOS or Android.
  3. Open the Automator app.
  4. Tap the small + button in the upper right corner.
  5. Swipe your iPhone or Android smartphone over a Smart Tag.

Which phones work with Samsung Smart Tag?

The Galaxy SmartTag+ is compatible with Android OS 8.0 or higher. However, to use the AR finding feature, your Galaxy phone or tablet must support Android 11 or higher. The feature is currently available on Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, Galaxy S21+, Galaxy S21 Ultra, and Z Fold 2.

How far can Samsung SmartTag track?

* Galaxy SmartTags have a Bluetooth range of up to 120m without obstacles.

Do I need to charge my Samsung Smart Tag?

It’s the same kind of battery that is usually used in wrist watches. In other words, you don’t need to charge it! Depending on your usage and other factors, CR2032 batteries can last about a year, so you won’t have to worry about replacing it for a while.

How do I reset my Samsung Smart tag?

Reset the SmartTag, Remove/Insert the battery

  1. Open the SmartTag’s battery cover.
  2. Remove the battery, and press the button on the center of the SmartTag.
  3. While still holding the button down, reinsert the battery.
  4. Hold the button for five seconds, and then release it.