This Sneaker Has a Genius Safety Feature Apple Doesn’t Want You to Know About

Did a big-time sneaker brand just solve an S-tier parenting problem? Maybe.

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Since their introduction over four years ago, Apple has explicitly stated that AirTags should not be used to track people. It has even introduced methods to alert individuals who may be tracked by an AirTag without their knowledge.

Of course, this hasn’t stopped parents from finding innovative ways to use AirTags to track their kids. And now, those same parents just got an assist from one of the biggest names in kids’ shoes.

Find My Skechers

Find My Skechers
The Find My Skechers collection features a range of styles and colors, fit for boys and girls up to eight years old.
Skechers

That’s right, Skechers just launched a new line of kid shoes, called Find My Skechers, that is AirTag compatible. Specifically, there’s a hidden compartment under the heel of the insole that’s specifically designed to hold (and protect) an AirTag.

According to the brand, this hidden compartment has “a screw-tight cover that comfortably hides the AirTag.” That way, the child can’t access and remove the AirTag.

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AirTag sold separately.
Skechers

Importantly, as an additional security measure, there’s no branding on the shoes that would indicate they’re hiding an AirTag.

It also appears that the hidden AirTag compartment is only in the right shoe, meaning it’ll help you keep track of your kid, but not necessarily help you keep both their shoes together.

Find My Skechers
You can shop the Find My Skechers collection now.
Skechers

Price and availability

The Find My Skechers collection features a diverse range of styles and colors, with sizes tailored to fit boys and girls from toddlers to eight-year-olds. The shoes are also machine washable.

Prices range from $52 to $58. You can shop the collection now.

Note: An AirTag does not come with the shoes; you’ll need to provide your own.