# App-Activated Tracking Tags Mu Tag Uses an App to Help Users Avoid Forgotten Items By Mary Van Puymbroeck | Published 2017-05-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mu-tag References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2017/05/06/mu-tag-chip/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/869417908/mu-tag-worlds-smallest-loss-prevention-device) Mu Tag is a loss prevention device that alerts users when they have forgotten their valuables at home via an accompanying app. By connecting with the user's smartphone, Mu Tag will identify important reminders like a scheduled flight and send them before they leave the house to grab attached items. While there are [other loss prevention devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipolo-pop) currently on the market, Mu Tag is the world's smallest one available today. Mu Tag also features a [re-chargeable battery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tile-bluetooth) that will remain powered for three months. If the user goes out of range from the attached item, Mu Tag will send a notification to the user's phone and also remembers safe locations. Mu Tag comes in five inter-changeable colors and is priced at $25. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **App-activated Tracking Tags:** Using smartphone apps to track and prevent loss of valuables. - **Loss Prevention Devices:** Development of smaller and more efficient technologies to prevent loss of items. - **Rechargeable Battery Innovations:** Advancements in rechargeable battery technology for longer-lasting devices. ### Where This Applies - **Smartphone App Development:** Opportunity for app developers to create innovative tracking and reminder applications. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Manufacturing smaller and more efficient loss prevention devices. - **Battery Technology:** Opportunity for battery manufacturers to develop rechargeable batteries with longer lifespans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Sleek Bluetooth Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moto-tag-1.md) - [Display-Equipped Item Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phototag.md) - [Durable Item-Tracking Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moto-tag-2.md) - [Low-Cost Subscription-Free Item Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lost-and-found-id-tag.md) - [Sleek Compact Tracker Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebblebee-tag.md) - [Location-Tracking Luggage Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taglock-travel-lock.md) - [High-Power Item Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icetag.md) - [Elevated Tracking Tag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smarttag-2.md) - [Durable Low-Energy Item Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-smarttag2.md)