In the United States, the Arvada Police Department in Colorado has begun distributing Apple’s AirTags and Tile trackers to assist in recovering stolen vehicles.
This initiative aims to make it easier to locate cars by allowing owners to provide the data from the devices to the police to speed up the search. In addition to the trackers, drivers received stickers to alert that their vehicles are equipped with tracking devices.
While useful in crime prevention, AirTags have faced criticism and controversy since their launch in 2021. Authorities in Vermont have warned about the misuse of the gadget by criminals who hid trackers in cars to facilitate theft.
Furthermore, Apple faced legal actions over allegations that AirTags were being used by stalkers, without appropriate security measures to protect users.
Despite the controversies, there are expectations for future improvements to the devices. Rumors suggest that a new generation of AirTags, expected in 2025, will have a range up to three times greater, potentially expanding their applications, both for security and other uses.
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