Apple and Google’s cross-platform anti-stalking tracker standard arrives in iOS 17.5

By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Apple and Google have finally implemented their industry specification for detecting AirTags and other trackers hidden on a person, to help minimize the instances of stalking.AirTag, a tracker that will support Apple and Google’s industry standard. Initially announced in May 2023, the industry standard between Apple and Google is titled “Detecting Unwanted Location Trackers.” After a year of waiting, it’s finally becoming a reality on consumer devices.The new standard will alert users on iOS and Android if a Bluetooth tracking device owned by someone else is being used to track them. Users will get new alerts on their smartphones if an unknown Bluetooth tracking device is found to be moving with the user over time, regardless of platform. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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