Apple made changes to reduce these risks, but since AirTags are not the only Bluetooth trackers, the problem persisted. Attackers can use devices from other brands, such as Tile or Chipolo, regardless of the operating system of the victim’s smartphone.
But now, it seems, this issue has finally been resolved. The new Cross-Platform Tracking Detection feature detects unknown Bluetooth trackers, including devices from other brands.
If the tracking device moves with the user or stays nearby for a long time, the warning system is activated.
This feature was developed as part of the Unwanted Tracker Detection protocol, a joint project of Apple and Google.
The system is Bluetooth LE (Low Energy) based and sends notifications.[Item] If your phone detects signals from an unknown device, the message “Found While Moving With You” appears. iPhone users can see their tracker ID and instructions on how to disable it.
Other Bluetooth tracker manufacturers such as Chipolo, eufy, Jio, Motorola and Pebblebee have also joined Apple in supporting the new security standard.
This standardization effort has been supported by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF), which now includes Detection of Unwanted Locators in active Internet blueprints.
Source: Ferra
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