Wireless location-tracking accessories like Apple’s AirTags and Google’s rumored Nest Locator Tags have become increasingly popular for their ability to help users locate misplaced items. However, these devices have also inadvertently opened up avenues for unwanted tracking and stalking, raising significant safety concerns. Apple and Google worked together recently to ensure that regardless of your phone’s operating system, it will be able to identify Bluetooth trackers that might be following you around. Now, we’re getting a chance to see just how these unknown tracker alerts will work.
Last modified: June 26, 2023