Lost‑and‑Found Tech: AirPods Go on an Unexpected Tour
Imagine checking your phone’s “Find My” app and realizing it’s pointing to a condo in Pasir Panjang. That’s exactly what happened to Sherlin, a student who had accidentally vanished her AirPods somewhere inside National University of Singapore. The poor girl turned to TikTok, hoping the thief might drop a hint about where the little black earbuds were hiding.
A TikTok Plea and a Terrible Twist
Sherlin’s video starts with a direct message to the culprit: “If you took my AirPods and live in The Foilage, please return them. I’m a poor student—I’ll pay you $10.” She explains she can see a signal from the outside of the condo, “so close yet so far.” She adds a sigh about missing a lecture and even mentions the thief only taking the earbuds and leaving the case behind.
- The video cuts to her standing outside, looking up at the building, confessions piling up like laundry.
- She ends with “please, return them or I’ll be forever missing my class.”
We don’t know if she got her AirPods back (AsiaOne reached out to her for a comment), but the story isn’t the only case of tech being tracked on a bustling Singaporean backdrop.
Another Lost Buddy, Another TikTok Hero
Just last month, Melissa Annabel posted on TikTok in her brother Louis Joel’s name after he lost his earbuds at Al‑Madinah—a popular eatery on Orchard Road.
Using the same “Find My” method, the detectives traced the AirPods to:
- A nearby apartment block (Anchorvale) where a notice was posted in the lift, asking the culprit to contact them.
- Later, the search led to a bar in Joo Chiat.
In the video, Louis claims he confronted the man he believed was holding the earbuds. The suspect denies it—claims he just left a bar after using the restroom. Then, as if playing a prank, the AirPods end up in a dust bin nearby. “Probably thrown out before I left, it’s a shame,” Louis says.
Another huddle of folks there was practically playing detective. These stories show that on one side we’re grateful for tech that finds its way back to its owner, and on the other side, we’re reminded that the middleman might just be a stranger with a moral dilemma.
Takeaway
When you’re losing a piece of tech, use the GPS feature, call out on social platforms, and maybe throw a little humor into the mix. It’s not just about reclaiming a gadget—it’s a quirky reminder that the whole city is connected in more ways than people think. So, if you ever misplace your earbuds, remember there’s a whole community out there eagerly waiting to help you or at least find a new hiding spot for them. Happy hunting!
How to find lost AirPods
Never Lose Your AirPods Again—Because Apple’s “Find My” is the Super‑Hero You Need
Remember that heart‑sinking moment when you leave your AirPods somewhere in the world and then realize they’re invisible? Apple has baked a lifesaver into every iPhone, iPad and Mac that can be paired with your tiny earbuds. Just a quick set‑up and you’re armed with a magical map that spots your missing AirPods faster than a cat sneaks into a bag of treats.
How It Works (No Magic, Just Smart Tech)
- Pair & Enable: Hook your AirPods to any iPhone, iPad or Mac.
- Activate Find My: Turn on that feature in Settings (or at the very top of the Apple menu).
- Lost? No Problem!: Open the Find My app on any of your devices.
- See the Map: A live map will pop up, pinpointing where the forgotten earbuds are—or at least the last spot they were checked in.
Because we all know mixing up a pair of yikes‑yeah‑funny‑but‑sad‑lost‑earbuds can feel like a bad sitcom plot twist, Apple’s solution makes it feel more like a “compassionate detective” episode. If you’re tech‑savvy and the BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) signal’s within range, the map updates in real‑time (like, blazingly instant). When they’re beyond range, you’ll see the last known location. Still cool, right?
Quick Tips to Keep Them Near
- Attach a Bluetooth tracker chip to the AirPods case for an extra layer of “find‑me‑later” security.
- Use “Lost Mode” to have the roommates or your BFF send you a location every time they bump into your earbuds.
- Keep your device’s actual location services turned on so that the system can do its magic.
So the next time you decide you might be able to swing your AirPods into the dented briefcase of the mysterious city, just fire up “Find My.” Pretty sure the same tech that helps snagging mislaid keys or figuring out where your friend hid the pizza last night is at work here—minus the pizza, thankfully.
