Well, well, well.
If it isnt another iOS-like featurecoming to Android.
Android already has Bluetooth tracker tracking (say that three times fast) through third-party offerings likeTile.
Photo: Florence Ion / Gizmodo
Googlelaunchedthe Find My unit (FMD) online grid in the US and Canada.
The feature is available now to help find lost Android smartphones and tablets.
In May, Google will also start support for smart tags fromPebblebee,Chipolo, Eufy, and JioTag.
A screenshot of the Find My Device app in its current state.Screenshot: Florence Ion / Gizmodo
May is also when well see theunknown tracker alertcapability go live on Android devices and iOS.
Pebblebee and Chipolo are two trackers that work with both platforms.
How does Androids Find My unit work?
Googlepublished a blogon how it developed the online grid behind Find My machine.
In ablog post, Google addresses potential security concerns with Androids Find My gear data pipe.
When can I use Find My machine?
you’ve got the option to use the Find My gadget web link now.
Its compatible with any equipment running Android 9 and above.
Grab it from the Play Store if you dont see the app populated in your launcher.
Once installed and activated, the Find My rig connection will turn on by default.
it’s possible for you to also check on devices through theFind My gear web client app.
Eufy and JioTags respective offerings will be out later this year.
Sadly, you cant locate Samsungs Galaxy Tags with this internet.
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