To "turn on" a KeySmart device, you'll need to activate its smart features by setting it up through the Tile app. This process connects your KeySmart to the Tile finding network, enabling you to locate your keys or even find your misplaced phone.
Activating Your KeySmart: A Step-by-Step Guide
Getting your KeySmart device up and running is straightforward. By following these steps, you'll connect it to the Tile network, unlocking its full range of tracking and smart functionalities.
- Download the Tile App: Begin by downloading the official Tile app to your smartphone.
- For Android devices, get it from the Google Play Store.
- For Apple devices, download it from the Apple App Store.
- Create and Confirm Your Account: If you don't already have one, sign up for a new Tile account. You will typically need to confirm your email address or phone number during this process.
- Open the Tile App: Launch the Tile application on your smartphone.
- Tap the + Sign: Locate and tap the plus sign (+), usually found in the top left corner of the app screen. This indicates you want to add a new device.
- Select KeySmart: Under the "Activate a Tile Enabled Device" section, scroll through the options and select KeySmart.
- Follow On-Screen Instructions: The app will then guide you through the remaining steps to pair your specific KeySmart device. This typically involves pressing a button on your KeySmart or bringing it close to your phone.
Understanding What "Turning On" Your KeySmart Means
For a KeySmart, "turning on" refers to the software activation and pairing process with the Tile app, rather than a physical power button. Once activated, its integrated Tile technology becomes fully operational, leveraging Bluetooth and the Tile network for its smart features.
Key Benefits After Activation
Once your KeySmart is successfully activated and "turned on" via the Tile app, you gain access to several convenient features:
- Locate Your Keys: Use the Tile app on your phone to make your KeySmart ring if it's within Bluetooth range. You can also view its last known location on a map.
- Find Your Phone: If you've misplaced your smartphone, a double-press of the button on your KeySmart will make your phone ring, even if it's set to silent mode.
- Community Find: If your KeySmart is out of Bluetooth range, the vast Tile network can help. Any Tile user who comes within range of your lost KeySmart will anonymously update its location for you in the app.