Apple and Google collaborate on "Detecting Unwanted Location Trackers" standard to alert users of unidentified Bluetooth tracking devices.
Apple and Google have teamed up to develop an industry-standard called "Detecting Unwanted Location Trackers" to tackle unwanted Bluetooth tracking. The new standard will alert both iOS and Android users if an unidentified tracking device has been moving with them for a certain period, regardless of the phone's brand. This collaboration aims to enhance security and privacy for users by giving them control over Bluetooth-enabled tracking devices in their vicinity.
May 13, 2024
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