Tag and Tell
Tap a tag, and your own pictures, videos and music start playing. A tangible media player for iPhone, iPad and Mac.
Free. Works with inexpensive NFC stickers.
How it works
- Pick a tag. Use an NFC sticker or card, a QR code, or a real object like a favourite toy.
- Build a timeline. Combine photos, videos, audio, Apple Music and YouTube in any order.
- Tap and play. Hold the tag to your device and the timeline starts. Take it away and playback stops.
Made for
- Kids Stick a tag in a picture book or on a toy, and let your child start a story or a family video on their own.
- Audiobooks Give each book its own tag and resume from where you left off.
- Interactive displays Let visitors start media by placing an object on a reader.
- Creative projects Build your own tangible media player from things you already have.
Works your way
- Built-in NFC on iPhone
- USB NFC readers on iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Bluetooth NFC readers on iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Object detection on iPhone and iPad: use real things as triggers, no tags needed
- QR codes as visual tags
Questions
What do I need to get started?
An iPhone with NFC and a few NFC stickers or cards is enough. On iPad and Mac, use an external USB or Bluetooth reader. Object detection and QR codes work without any NFC hardware.
Can I use my own recordings?
Yes. Add local files, photos and videos from your library, music from Apple Music, or YouTube links. Each tag gets its own timeline.
Is this a Toniebox alternative?
The idea is similar: place something down and media plays. Tag and Tell is software rather than a dedicated box. It runs on Apple devices you already own, plays your own media and adds pictures and video. It is an independent app and isn't affiliated with tonies.
Does the app collect my data?
No. There is no account, no analytics, no advertising and no tracking. Read the privacy policy for details.