Since the introduction of Apple's AirTags in 2021, the small trackers have been used for all sorts of things, but above all,.
Car owners also use electronic devices so that they don't end up like in the movie "Hey Man - Where's My Car?"
This is what happened:Reports from the USA now suggest that AirTags are also being used successfully there to prevent car theft.
According to CBS Colorado television, the prevention rate is so good that one police department has started giving away AirTags and other trackers to drivers in the community.
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- In addition to free AirTags, Tile Trackers were also distributed.
- There are also stickers that indicate the use of the trackers.
According to CBS Colorado, owners retain full control over the electronic devices. The police cannot access the location of the car.
If a car is stolen, the position can be determined using the trackers.
The report does not reveal how many of the trackers, which cost around 30 euros, were given out free of charge.
The next distribution of trackers to residents is scheduled to take place in April of this year.
German drivers can also use AirTags to be better prepared for theft.
Apple is supposed to this yearpresent. The new devices should have a greater range and offer more protection against misuse.
However, both Apple and Google now offer functions toIn this respect, it remains to be seen whether the use of AirTags will be a long-term recipe for success.
What do you think of AirTags and other trackers? And what do you say when even the police use such gadgets? Do you also use AirTags yourself or do they leave you cold? Feel free to write us a comment.
