Seat Keys Make Unbuckling Car Seats Easier

We've all had that moment when you reach for the back seat to unbuckle the car seat but are unable to quite get enough strength behind your thumb to press down on the red button. Thankfully, seat keys exist to aid you.

This car seat accessory developed by Namra, is easy to use. Simply insert the metal tongue into the red harness release at any angle.

Comfort

Most parents have felt a sense of weakness when reaching into the back seat to unbuckle the car seat key transponder programming only to discover that they're unable to build up enough force to push the large, red button. It can be embarrassing and even frustrating, especially if your children are in the car with you and you're trying to get them out before they get bored.

The seat keys made by Namra solve this problem. The car seat key allows you to distribute the stress over your entire hand instead only one finger. It can also be easily stored on your keychain, keeping it away from your child.

Slide the seat key over an open button on the harness in any angle that feels comfortable. Then gently squeeze the buckle downwards using two hands. This essential baby registry item is available in many colors that make it easy to identify and retains its form even when exposed to extreme heat or cold.

Convenience

The car seat key is an easy accessory that assists parents who struggle to unbuckle their child's car seat. Most of us have experienced the moment in which we need to get in the back seat and attempt to unbuckle the harness but are unable push the red button enough to release it. This happens most often when we are in a rush and weak, or when our hands are full with groceries.

The patent-pending seat key made by NAMRA makes this process much more comfortable and easy, and comes in a variety of colors that will complement the interior of your car. Slide the seat key at any angle above the red button to unhook the harness. Then squeeze with either hand or both. This device helps reduce pressure on your fingers and hands by distributing the force. It is particularly beneficial for people with long fingernails or hand problems.

The seat key also features an in-built feature that allows you to save the location of your driver's seat and mirrors, so that when you lock the car using the remote key and then unlock the car, the seats and mirrors are automatically placed in the correct positions. This is especially useful if you travel often with a partner who may have different preferences for seating or requires the vehicle for business.

Safety

Many parents have been in situations where they're trying to take a child's seat from their car seat, but they can't seem muster up the force necessary to push the red button. Perhaps it's because they're having a weak-hand or pretty-nails kind of day, it can be extremely frustrating and make you feel like a complete weakling. But now, a company known as NAMRA has come up with a solution that might aid us in getting those car seats unbuckled with ease.

It's referred to as the Seat Key, and it's an accessory device that helps distribute the pressure on the red button, helping you get it to release much more easily. The company says it's made from tough materials that are safe and non-toxic, and it can be conveniently stored on your keychain making it handy, yet safe from reach of your kids. Good Housekeeping Institute chief technologist Rachel Rothman tested one and found it useful, but not a magical solution. "Sliding the buckle between the baby's neck and the buckle takes a much more force, and attaching it on my key ring makes it bulky," writes Rothman. "But at just $15 it's a fantastic addition to the arsenal of baby gear."

Don't leave the Seat Key transmitter in a hot vehicle. It may overheat, causing damage to the seat or other electronic equipment. Avoid using it near radio emitting equipment such as cell phones or computers or around metal objects.

Maintenance

All seat keys have a transponder chip in them that is coded to the engine of your car. This additional security feature means that unless you have the correct code, your vehicle will not start. This additional safety feature is incorporated into all vehicles built after 1995. It's an excellent advantage for those concerned about stolen or lost keys.

This feature is essential when your children are young and can make toys from the seat key remotes. They may be tempted by them to use them at home or in the vehicle, which could unlock the doors and control the car such as power windows. This can be dangerous and can result in someone getting injured or even dying. To avoid this from happening, it is best to keep a spare set of seat keys somewhere safe.