Android users will be able to take more effective precautions against potential misuse of unknown Bluetooth trackers. With Google’s new update, Android devices will now be able to go beyond detecting nearby unknown trackers and also determine the location of these devices.
Although Bluetooth trackers provide great convenience in finding lost items, they also bring risks of misuse such as unauthorized tracking. Apple and Google have developed various measures to warn users against such trackers. In particular, the “Precision Finding” feature offered by Apple for AirTag devices helps users find their lost items precisely.
Google has introduced the “Unknown Tracking Alerts” feature to increase the security of Android users. Thanks to this feature, users are informed about unknown trackers who are nearby and moving with them. When notified, users can review the tracker’s last seen location on the map and locate the device via audio playback.
With the new update, Android devices will be able to determine the exact location of unknown trackers thanks to the “Find Nearby” feature. This feature allows the phone to connect to the tracker via Bluetooth and guide the user to the device step by step. In this way, the physical location of the viewer can be more easily determined.
Google and Apple are working together to improve security on Android and iOS
Google and Apple announced a joint standard in May 2024 that makes it easier for users to detect unknown Bluetooth trackers. This collaboration aims to improve the security of both Android and iOS users. Google’s “Find My Device” network has also been updated in this context, allowing users to find their lost devices more effectively.
Misuse risks include situations such as unauthorized tracking and theft. Therefore, ensuring safer use of Bluetooth trackers is one of the companies’ primary goals. These new features announced by Google stand out as a step that will help Android users feel safer in daily life.
In order to benefit from these features, it is important for users to regularly update their devices and check the relevant security settings. These innovations offered by technology aim to both protect the privacy of users and create a safe digital environment.