iOS 17.5 is out with cross-platform unwanted tracker detection
GSMArena - 2024-05-14T02:47:02.000Z

Apple has released iOS 17.5, which should already be available to download and install for everyone with a supported iPhone. This version brings with it cross-platform support for unwanted tracker detection. This has been developed in cooperation with Google, and means Apple's Find My and Google's new Find My Device networks will work together to stifle unwanted tracking and stalking attempts, by alerting you if a tracker that isn't yours seems to be moving with you. These notifications will...

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