Topic: device tracking
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Google's Find My Device Hub Locates Lost Items
Google has expanded its Find My Device network to support tracking compatible Bluetooth tags and select headphones directly from a web browser, aligning it with the Android app's capabilities. The updated web interface, using Material 3 design, now fully integrates items like tracker tags and Pix...
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Android Drop adds remembered items and anti-nausea dots
Google’s latest Android Drop expands AI and utility features to a broader range of devices running Android 16 or newer, moving beyond exclusive Pixel availability. New capabilities include using Gemini as a memory aid via Find Hub for locating items without trackers and enhancing accessibility wi...
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Android Find Hub app now lets you delete old Bluetooth earbuds
Google has added a "Remove from Find Hub" option for Bluetooth headphones and earbuds, allowing users to delete them from the device list for the first time. Previously, only smartphones, smartwatches, and Find Hub trackers could be removed, while audio devices lingered indefinitely without a del...
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Google Fast Pair Flaw Exposes Sony, Anker Headphones
A security flaw in Google's Fast Pair protocol, named WhisperPair, allows attackers to secretly pair with and eavesdrop on popular Bluetooth audio devices, even when used with iPhones. The vulnerability stems from manufacturers not enforcing a key protocol rule, enabling attackers to intercept ca...
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Bluetooth 6.0: Why the New Audio Standard Is a Game-Changer
Bluetooth 6.0, released in 2024, significantly improves wireless audio by enhancing connection stability, reducing latency, and enabling precise device tracking through features like Bluetooth Channel Sounding. The standard's benefits, such as faster pairing and efficient multipoint connections, ...
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Stop Thieves From Blocking Your Lost Phone's Location
Losing a smartphone is highly disruptive as these devices now function as digital wallets, cameras, and essential tools, with theft potentially ruining trips and requiring costly replacements. iPhone users can improve recovery odds by disabling Control Center access from the lock screen in Settin...
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India Mandates Government Security App on All Smartphones
The Indian government mandates pre-installation of the "Sanchar Saathi" security app on all smartphones to combat theft and fraud, but critics warn it could enable state surveillance. Apple refuses to comply, citing global policy and security concerns, arguing the mandate risks user privacy and c...
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Stop Wondering: What the iPhone Battery Line Means
The line under the iPhone's battery icon disappears only when Lock Screen access to Control Center is disabled through Settings > Face ID & Passcode. This is a security feature that prevents thieves from enabling Airplane Mode from the Lock Screen, improving chances of tracking a stolen device. W...
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Shokz Upgrades Open Earbuds with Better Sound, Lighter Design
Shokz released two new open-ear earbuds: the entry-level OpenDots Air ($129.95) and the feature-rich OpenDots 2 ($199.95), both clipping behind the ear for comfort and situational awareness. The OpenDots Air features Bassphere technology with dual 11.8mm drivers, a voice-boosting setting, and dyn...
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How Thieves Hack iPhones After Stealing Them
A shadowy cybercrime ecosystem uses pay-per-use unlocking tools and phishing messages to bypass iPhone security, allowing thieves to resell stolen devices for a premium of up to $1,000 instead of $50-$200. Researchers from Infoblox tracked over 10,000 phishing websites connected to dozens of grou...
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Here is the rewritten headline: What Your ISP, Sites, and Advertisers See About You
Every time you browse, your ISP can see which sites you visit, websites can track your activity via analytics and ads, and advertising networks can build detailed profiles based on your behavior. Private browsing (incognito) only prevents your browser from saving local history; it does not hide y...
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ShiftCam's 8TB Phone SSD: Trackable, Sticky Storage
The Planck Studio is a new magnetic mobile SSD offering up to 8TB of storage and transfer speeds up to 3,700MB/s, designed as a central hub for creative workflows. It will be available in 4TB ($399) and 8TB ($599) configurations, featuring a USB-C port with USB4 support and a small screen showing...
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