How do you keep the Amber Alert 'on' your kids? in a pocket? backpack? the armband is giant.
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I've looped a lanyard on the ones have, when my kids wear jeans, I loop the lanyard around their belt loops over and over until it's short enough to just tuck into their pockets...some times around their necks, and my last resort would be their backpacks. I've had mine for almost three years now, so I suppose I should look around to see if there are better ways to carry and conceal these and not resort to putting it into their backpacks.
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Hi Sonjia, I never could get it to stay on. The Velcro on the arms just wouldn't work right. Also it's bulky so you really can't wear it under clothes like advertised. I ended up sending it back. I did think the concept was good, I am hoping they improve it.
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The alarm on this timer is plenty loud. It is also small enough to stick in your pocket if you are leaving the area.
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Hi Lindsey. I initially had it in my topcase, but that muffles the sound. This weekend I'm going to velcro it behind my scoot's backrest, set it off, and learn how it sounds. I'll need to remember to unstick it before I drive off, however . . . my "old" scoot was stolen this Easter and I've so far remembered to take off the throttle lock, disc brake lock, cable lock, and turn off this audible alarm before I ride off. What a massive pain, but better safe than sorry again.
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I don't have an armband, so I can't speak to that. It is not easy to remove the case, anytime I've had to remove the case I've always needed a knife or screwdriver to pry the case apart.
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I've found that clipping it to the back of their pants or diaper so that it is touching their back still allows it to detect their breathing. Plus the alarm isn't muffled by being trapped between their tummy and the mattress. Both of my kids started sleeping on their stomachs the day they learned to roll over, so I moved the alarm and it still worked exactly as needed.
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The button on the front can be used as an SOS button, which will alert via text and/or email when pushed. It can also be used as an instant GeoFence creation button, so if the device goes out of the 100' area when enabled the device will alert via text or email. It is small enough to be worn or placed in a commonly used bag to track where the person is located, etc.
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It's not so much a matter of age as it is of child size. My four year old grandson stuffs all his plastic toy tools in all the pockets. He's taller then most his age but is slim. I've adjusted the belt as tight as I can make it and it's still a little large. Also the plastic buckle, similar to those on adult backpacks, seems to me to present a risk of pinched little fingers for a younger child. It hasn't occurred with our little guy.
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You have to grab the end and pull while pressing down on the little yellow lock tab in the pocket clip. You can also use pliers to squeeze it while sliding the cover back. It is not easy that's for sure. Two triple A batteries are required.
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Hi Barbara! If you have the device attached to something (a belt loop, a purse strap), then you can easily yank off the black part with one hand - no problem. If it's not attached to anything, you would need 2 hands. I bought this for my then 8 year-old daughter and attached it to the strap on her messenger bag. She got kind of wound up, and one day when she was running and jumping, the black part actually *fell* off the pin - causing the alarm to sound. I say that only to illustrate that it's not difficult to pull the pin. I don't think a grown-up (or anybody else who wasn't doing jumping jacks) would have the problem of the device falling off. Hi Barbara! If you have the device attached to something (a belt loop, a purse strap), then you can easily yank off the black part with one hand - no problem. If it's not attached to anything, you would need 2 hands. I bought this for my then 8 year-old daughter and attached it to the strap on her messenger bag. She got kind of wound up, and one day when she was running and jumping, the black part actually *fell* off the pin - causing the alarm to sound. I say that only to illustrate that it's not difficult to pull the pin. I don't think a grown-up (or anybody else who wasn't doing jumping... » Read More Hi Barbara! If you have the device attached to something (a belt loop, a purse strap), then you can easily yank off the black part with one hand - no problem. If it's not attached to anything, you would need 2 hands. I bought this for my then 8 year-old daughter and attached it to the strap on her messenger bag. She got kind of wound up, and one day when she was running and jumping, the black part actually *fell* off the pin - causing the alarm to sound. I say that only to illustrate that it's not difficult to pull the pin. I don't think a grown-up (or anybody else who wasn't doing jumping jacks) would have the problem of the device falling off. « Show Less
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A larger arm cuff is available. Call Blipcare customer service. They provided mine at no charge.
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I don't know that gun sorry Charlene, is it like the body guard? I am enjoying it, it is concealed on my belt with an apple icon on it everyone thinks its an iPhone or mini pad.
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That's one of the problems. It's awkward to carry. I suppose you could tuck it in a backpack or large pocket. I purchased one to listen to CDs on the train and plane. For me, the bigger problem was that it just stopped working after a month. I do not recommend this technology.
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No problem. I love this case, its very durable. My 2 year old has dropped my phone a few times and no issues. Only thing I can say bad is don't leave it in the sun or a hot car. Here in Arizona the temps get high. I made the mistake of forgetting my phone in the car. Came out to find the leather wallet sleeve came away from the hard plastic. Some super glue fixed It right up tho. Looks like nothing ever happened. Good luck on your purchase.
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It will not go off unless you pull the trip cord. It's like a Hand Grenade. If you had the string hanging on the outside of your bag around your wrist and someone grabbed your bag then yes, it would go off inside the bag. I think better to have the alarm cord on your arm and if someone messes with you pull it and toss the alarm. It will continue to sound for one hour so that if you were knocked down the perp couldn't just stop the noise if you threw it out of reach. Well worth the small price for this much attention. Also, it would be comforting to someone to place one by the bedside if you hear something you could pull the cord and get that screaming alarm.
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If you find the armband is too big. Give HandStands a call. They have smaller ones that might work better for you.
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I treat mine like a small laptop and keep it in my briefcase or backpack. I'm sure there are third party tablet sleeves or carrying pouches with a hand sling out there.