Google launches Find My Device network for Android-based products

Google has launched Find My Network for Android devices running version 9 and above. This network will be able to locate stolen or lost Android devices. Similar to Apple’s Find My network, this feature uses Bluetooth to ping nearby Android devices and relay location information to the owner.

On devices like the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, Find My Networks works even when the device is turned off, and the feature uses Bluetooth technology, so your device can be connected even when the device is offline and there’s no cellular network. can be found. Google shared it in a blog post.

Starting in May, the Find My Device network will also add support for Bluetooth trackers, allowing Android users to use the Android network to attack trackers and find items. Google does not design its own trackers, but the network supports third-party trackers on Android devices.

Additionally, to help prevent trackers from being misused, Google worked with Apple to create an industry specification that warns both iPhone and Android users about unknown trackers nearby, regardless of manufacturer.

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Google appears to have taken note of criticism of Apple’s AirTags, which have reportedly been exploited to track individuals without their knowledge.