Apple's AirTag device was originally conceived to help find missing items. However, the gadget has already fallen into the hands of criminals many times, using it for their own personal gain, in particular, to steal cars. In order to protect users with Android devices from being tracked by intruders, the company has released a special utility.
A program called Tracker Detect, owners of smartphones on Android will be able to scan the area for a beacon. When AirTag is near the user for more than ten minutes, the application emits a characteristic sound signal and sends a notification. After determining the location of the tracker, it will be possible to obtain its serial number, which will be useful when contacting the police.
To start the search, Tracker Detect must be activated manually, unlike the standard utility on iOS. Despite this, the functionality of the application will be useful for tracking third-party devices in the car or in personal belongings.
A program called Tracker Detect, owners of smartphones on Android will be able to scan the area for a beacon. When AirTag is near the user for more than ten minutes, the application emits a characteristic sound signal and sends a notification. After determining the location of the tracker, it will be possible to obtain its serial number, which will be useful when contacting the police.
To start the search, Tracker Detect must be activated manually, unlike the standard utility on iOS. Despite this, the functionality of the application will be useful for tracking third-party devices in the car or in personal belongings.
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