Nothing validates the claims of some high-ranking government officials about an increase in vehicle theft like the fact that police are now giving out AirTags and Tile Bluetooth trackers to residents.
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are being advised to place AirTags and Tile trackers in their cars to help combat vehicle theft in Arvada, Colorado.
In 2023, Colorado ranked fourth highest in the USA for car theft. This is lower than the top position it held in 2021. So the police will need many more AirTags if they want to make a difference.
In addition, there are stickers that the authorities are handing out. People should put them on their windshields. The stickers are informative and say: “Caution! Equipped with a tracker. This vehicle can be tracked by the police if stolen!” The idea is to discourage potential vehicle thieves.
See also: AirTag 2 expected to be released in mid-2025
Many questions have been raised about the new security measure, such as how did police find stolen cars before the AirTag era? Or, if someone chooses not to use a Bluetooth tracker, will their stolen car be searched by the police?
Apple's 2025 product lineup includes the AirTag 2. We expect it to feature a significant upgrade, thanks to a new ultra-wideband chip, similar to the one in the iPhone 15
The improved chip will triple the device's precise finding range, extending it from the current 10–30 meters to roughly 30–90 meters, significantly improving its usability.
See also: Man found his stolen BMW thanks to AirTag
The AirTag 2 should continue to rely on Find My Apple's, using Bluetooth to securely broadcast its location. Nearby Apple devices broadcast their signal to Apple's servers, allowing users to track items through the Find My app on their iPhone, iPad , or Mac. For nearby searches, users can activate a sound to help locate their items.
Source: phonearena
