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technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Apple's iOS 18.2 Enhances AirTag Tracking for Lost Items and Luggage

Apple is testing a new feature in the iOS 18.2 developer beta that allows users to share the location of lost items via the Find My app with people outside their contacts using a shareable link. This feature aims to help locate lost items by enabling non-Apple device users, such as cab drivers or airline employees, to access the location link, which expires after a week or once the item is recovered. Additionally, users can share contact information to facilitate communication with the person who finds the item.

via TechCrunch|

#airtag #apple #find-my-app

technology1 year ago•5 min saved

"Unexpected Ways to Utilize Apple AirTags Beyond Locating Lost Items"

Apple's AirTags have found various uses beyond just finding keys, such as tracking backpacks, luggage, and even cars. Despite concerns about stalking, Apple and Google are working on anti-stalking measures, and Apple may introduce new software to alert users about unwanted third-party trackers. While not intended for pets, some users have attached AirTags to their pets' collars. The devices rely on Bluetooth signals from nearby iPhones to relay their position and can notify users when another iPhone passes close by.

via Gizmodo|

#airtags #apple #find-my-app

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

"iOS 17.5 Unveils Game-Changing Features for iPhone Users"

Apple's upcoming iOS 17.5 update will introduce new features for AirTag and other third-party item trackers, allowing the Find My app to identify and alert users about uncertified tracking accessories. This move aligns with Apple and Google's joint efforts to establish industry standards for Bluetooth trackers. Google is also set to launch its own Find My Device network, with the delay reportedly allowing Apple to implement protection in iOS 17.5. These developments signal significant changes in the world of tracking devices.

via Forbes|

#airtag #apple #bluetooth-trackers

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

"iOS 17.5: Enhanced Privacy Controls and Web App Downloads for EU Users"

Apple's upcoming iOS 17.5 is expected to introduce new anti-stalking features that will allow users to detect and disable unwanted tracking accessories, even if they are not Apple or Find My certified. Evidence of these features has been found in the internal code of the iOS 17.5 beta, indicating that the official release may include this functionality. The update is also rumored to bring minor tweaks and is expected to coincide with the launch of new iPads and accessories in May.

via 9to5Mac|

#anti-stalking-features #apple #find-my-app

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Apple Raises Find My Limit to 32 Items, Including AirPods"

Apple has quietly increased the maximum number of items supported by the Find My app from 16 to 32, with AirTags falling into the "Items" category. However, AirPods and Beats headphones are treated as Items, with AirPods counting as up to three items due to the ability to separately track each AirPod and the case. This change, which started in iOS 16, was only recently documented in an updated support document by Apple.

via 9to5Mac|

#airpods #airtag #apple

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Apple Raises Find My Tracking Limit to 32 Items, Including AirPods"

Apple has clarified that up to 32 items can now be tracked in the Find My app on iPhone and iPad, an increase from the previous limit of 16. This includes AirTags, AirPods, MagSafe Wallets, select Beats headphones, and third-party accessories with Find My support. Some AirPods models are considered multiple items due to individual earbuds and charging cases being counted separately. The change was implemented with iOS 16 and iPadOS 16, and users can track the location of each item on a map across their Apple devices.

via MacRumors|

#airtags #apple #find-my-app

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Grab AirTags at Black Friday Prices and Keep Your Belongings Safe While Traveling"

Apple's AirTags, which allow users to track their belongings using the Find My app, are currently available at a 20% discount on Amazon and Walmart, matching their Black Friday sale price. Each AirTag can ping its own location and can be easily set up and tracked using Apple devices. The devices are encrypted for privacy and can anonymously send their location back to the user. With over 81,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, AirTags are highly recommended for Apple users looking to secure their belongings.

via HuffPost|

#airtags #apple #black-friday-sale

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Effortless AirTag Sharing: A Guide to iOS 17's New Feature"

Apple's iOS 17 update introduces the ability to share AirTags with up to five people, allowing for communal tracking of items like luggage. Previously, AirTags could only be attached to one user at a time. To share an AirTag, users can open the Find My app, select the desired AirTag, and tap "Add Person" under "Share This AirTag." The shared AirTag recipient will receive a notification to add it to their Find My app. To stop sharing an AirTag, users can follow similar steps and tap "Remove" next to the person's name.

via CNET|

#airtags #find-my-app #ios-17

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"iPhone 15's Precision Finding: Locate Friends from 60 Meters Away"

The iPhone 15 series features a second-generation Ultra-Wideband chip that allows users to locate nearby friends with the Precision Finding feature. A video demonstration shows the iPhone 15 connecting to a phone 60 meters away, significantly beyond the range of previous-generation iPhones and AirTags. The feature provides continuously updating distance and direction indicators, and the new chip offers up to three times the range of its predecessor.

via 9to5Mac|

#find-my-app #iphone-15 #precision-finding

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Mastering AirTag Location Sharing in iOS 17"

Apple's AirTags can now be shared with multiple people outside of the user's Apple ID family, allowing for easier tracking of shared assets such as luggage or vehicles. With the iOS 17 update, users can add up to six people per device to share the AirTag's location. To share an AirTag, users need to update their iPhone to iOS 17, open the Find My app, select the AirTag, and add people through their contacts or manually. To stop sharing, users can remove individuals from the AirTag through the Find My app.

via Lifehacker|

#airtags #apple #find-my-app

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

AirTag Success Stories and Setbacks: Tracking Thieves and Recovering Stolen Property

A woman in the Netherlands was able to recover her stolen bike thanks to an Apple AirTag that she had hidden on it. After realizing her bike had been stolen, she used the Find My app to track its location in real time and alerted the police. The stolen bike was found exactly where the app indicated, and the Precision Finding feature helped confirm its ownership. The police are now reviewing street camera footage to identify the thief. AirTag has been credited with helping recover lost items in various situations, including cash, luggage, and even a stolen mascot.

via 9to5Mac|

#airtag #bike-theft #find-my-app

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Quick Guide: Changing Device Names on Apple Devices"

iPhone users can change the name of their devices through settings. To do so, go to Settings, navigate to General, select About, and click on Name. The new name will be reflected in the Find My app and when using Airdrop.

via Forbes|

#airdrop #apple #find-my-app

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

AirTag and Tile Stalking: A Thorny Problem with Amazon's 4 for $90 Deal

Apple AirTags, miniature tracking devices that can help you keep track of your keys, wallet, and other valuables, are currently on sale on Amazon. A four-pack of AirTags is available for $88.99, a 10% discount. These devices can be easily paired with your iPhone or other Apple devices and tracked using the Find My app. They provide frequent and precise locational updates and have a built-in speaker to help you locate them. This deal is a great opportunity to secure your essentials and save some money.

via USA TODAY|

#airtags #amazon-deal #apple

travel2 years ago•3 min saved

Magician's AirTag and Second Ticket Rescue Disappearing Bag

Magician Danny Orleans relied on his AirTag-equipped bag and the Find My app to locate his missing luggage after United Airlines claimed it hadn't been checked in. Despite United's denial, Orleans used the app to track his bag to the tarmac at Newark airport. To retrieve it, he purchased a second plane ticket, went through security, and found his bag sitting unattended. A United employee eventually retrieved the bag and Orleans was able to pick it up four hours after his flight had landed.

via 9to5Mac|

#airtag #baggage-mishap #find-my-app

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Get a discount on Apple's AirTag 4-pack from various retailers.

Apple's AirTag 4-pack is currently on a 20% discount, dropping from $100 to $80, making each AirTag only $20. AirTags pair to your iPhone or iPad in one tap with their live location available in the Find My app alongside your friends and other devices. Its small frame is water and dust resistant with an included battery that requires replacing about once a year. You can slip your AirTag into your wallet or purse as is or pick up a case to connect it to your keys or pet's collar.

via Engadget|

#airtag #apple #bluetooth-tracker