Technology is constantly adapting to solve problems in an increasingly dangerous world.

In recent years, many companies have adopted technologies such as apple inc‘s AirTag or Life360 Inc.’s GPS tracking device, which helps consumers find misplaced items like keys or track where their kids are. But missing children are still a massive problem in the US

In 2021, a total of 337,195 missing children in the United States were reported to the FBI’s National Crime Information Center (NCIC). Of that number, an estimated 20,000 became victims of a kidnapping.

One startup – MaxTracker – is trying to change that by augmenting the hardware capabilities of the AirTag with the communal and software aspects of Life360. MaxTracker recently launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine, allowing anyone to invest in the company for a limited time.
AirTags are great for your keys as they are usually within reach and in your home. But they only track within about 30 feet of your phone, so they’re not good for emergencies.

Life360 can help families stay connected and safe, but it falls short if you don’t have your phone and GPS turned on.

MaxTracker’s products will use GPS and 5G technology, so you can keep an eye on your kids anytime, anywhere with an app on your phone. With a battery life of up to a year and GPS instead of Bluetooth, nobody is left standing in the rain when they need the technology most.

Although MaxTracker is a startup, new technologies like this can offer promising options for parents to keep their families and belongings safe. There are many solutions, but advances in technology can expand the options available to families.

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