The last decade has brought amazing technological advances, specifically with tracking devices. Thanks to handy devices like Tile and Apple AirTags, you shouldn’t lose anything. Show That being said, the introduction of Geotrackers, GPS, and remote tracking devices like the ones mentioned above have made us feel like Big Brother is always watching. It can feel like everyone knows what you are doing and where you are at all times. Tap or click to find out if your device is infected with spyware. Well, just because you can be tracked at all times doesn’t mean you have to be. And Apple is trying to address these fears. Here’s what changes Apple is making and how to know if trackers are being used against you. Apple’s newest updatesApple AirTags was recently released, and they made it easier to locate items with a simple tracker attached to them. Unfortunately, people can use trackers for nefarious purposes if you aren’t careful. RELATED: Tile trackers vs. the new AirTags – What’s the difference? Well, Apple took notice and recently released an update to make sure its AirTags aren’t being used for surreptitious tracking. The update recently went live with another update in the works for Android users to detect unwanted trackers. How to know if AirTags are tracking youBefore a recent update, if Apple AirTags were away from its owner, it wouldn’t begin to make a chiming noise until three days later. That means someone could slip an AirTag in your pocket, wallet, purse or anywhere on your person to track you, and you wouldn’t know about it for three days until it started to chime. AirTags will begin to chime between 8 and 24 hours of being away from its owner with the new update. That means if you’re being tracked, you’ll know about it much sooner. And Apple is working on other ways to make the trackers safer. Apple wrote on its support site, “AirTag has also been designed to discourage unwanted tracking. To discourage tracking without your knowledge, Find My will notify you if an unknown AirTag is seen moving with you over time. ‘An AirTag that isn’t with the person who registered it for an extended period of time will also play a sound when moved so you can find it, even if you don’t use an iOS device. If you detect an unknown AirTag, use the steps below to learn about the AirTag and how to disable it.” If you find an AirTag or a lost item with an AirTag attached:
NOTE: You can view a Lost Mode message on any NFC-capable smartphone, such as an iPhone or Android phone. If you get an AirTag Found Moving With You message on your smartphone, follow these steps: To disable the AirTag and stop sharing your location, tap Instructions to Disable AirTag and follow the onscreen steps. If you feel your safety is at risk, contact your local law enforcement, who can work with Apple. You might need to provide the AirTag or its serial number. Are Tile trackers safer?In theory, Tile trackers don’t pose the same privacy concerns as Apple AirTags. That’s because Tile devices don’t use GPS Location Services. Instead, they use Bluetooth to make a connection with the owner’s device. That means if someone slipped a Tile tracker onto your person, once you move out of standard Bluetooth range, they won’t be able to track you. Of course, the person with bad intentions would need to be within Bluetooth range to know your exact location. And if they’re in Bluetooth range, they already know where you are. But it’s wise to be cautious, as snoops and cybercriminals always find new ways to game the system. Nobody enjoys being tracked without their knowledge, so you’ll want to protect yourself. For more details, here is how to tell if someone is bugging you or tracking you. In March 2022, Tile introduced anti-stalking features for its trackers, enabling users to check if there is a Tile tracker nearby. Bluetooth trackers like AirTag, Tile, Chipolo, and others have often been used for stalking unsuspecting victims, but Apple has taken the lead in updating its offerings with multiple anti-tracking measures. While Tile was late to the party, the introduction of its new 'Scan and Secure' feature is still a welcome move by the company. Privacy and security concerns surrounding AirTags and similar products have reached such a level that New York Attorney General Letitia James sent out a consumer safety alert to citizens, asking them to watch out for trackers placed on their cars, bags or in coat pockets that could be used to track them without their knowledge. AirTags are even reportedly being used by tech-savvy thieves to steal cars by placing the trackers in areas such as the tow hitch or the fuel cap. Tile's 'Scan and Secure' feature enables users to easily scan for and detect nearby Tiles and Tile-enabled devices that are potentially being used to surreptitiously track them. This can also be done with or without a Tile account. To scan for errant Tile trackers, download the latest version of the Tile app from Google's Play Store or Apple's App Store. For people without an account, simply tap on the 'Scan' button at the top-right corner of the welcome screen. For those who already have the app on their phone, and are logged-in to their Tile account, update to the latest version of the app and then tap 'Settings' at the top right corner of the screen. Then scroll down and select 'Scan and Secure,' tap 'Continue' and follow the on-screen instructions. Scan And Detect Unwanted Tile Trackers
For the scanning to work correctly, users will have to walk or drive a little distance away from their original location, as the feature does not work properly if only walking in circles within the confines of a small area, like a home. Once activated, a scan needs to run for up to ten minutes for the most accurate results. After the scan is complete, the app will display the results and notify the user if it finds any unexpected Tile trackers are traveling with them, indicating a potential stalking situation. While Scan and Secure is a much-needed step from Tile to prevent stalking and harassment, it doesn't go as far as Apple AirTags' safety features, such as automatically notifying users with alerts or including an alarm sound on the trackers themselves. Tile knows this, and says that it will roll out new updates to offer greater protection going forward. According to Tile, the company will work with "experts and advocacy organizations" to improve the safety features and ensure that its products are not used for illegal purposes. Next: Lost Your Laptop? Here's How To Find It With Tile Tracking Source: Tile 1, 2 Can someone track me with a Tile?That's because Tile devices don't use GPS Location Services. Instead, they use Bluetooth to make a connection with the owner's device. That means if someone slipped a Tile tracker onto your person, once you move out of standard Bluetooth range, they won't be able to track you.
How do you tell if a Tile is tracking you?Tile is rolling out a "Scan and Secure" feature in its Android and iOS apps to help you detect unwanted tags. Use it and the app will check if any suspicious Tile tags (or Tile-equipped devices) are traveling with you. The process can take up to 10 minutes, but you won't need a Tile account or hardware.
How far can you track someone with a Tile?Tile Mate – 250 Feet – The Tile Mate has a range of up to 250 feet, making it well-suited for a wide range of uses, especially around the house.
Can you find out who a Tile Tracker belongs to?Tile's New Lost & Found Function
Anyone who finds a lost Tile tracker can then simply scan the QR code using their smartphone and get the provided contact details of the owner so they can safely return the item.
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