Google Releases New Android Feature to Help Find Lost Devices

Google has released a new update to its Android feature that aims to help people track down their misplaced devices—even if they’re offline.

The tech company announced the release on April 8 on its Android Blog, saying the all-new “Find My Device” app is already available to users in the United States and Canada, and a global release is set for later.

With the enhanced app, Android users can locate their phones and tablets even if they’re offline by ringing them or viewing their location on a map in the app. Previously, Android owners were unable to use the service unless their phones were connected to the internet.

Additionally, thanks to “specialized Pixel hardware,” the feature will allow Pixel 8 and 8 Pro users to find their devices even if they’re powered off or if the battery is dead, the company said.

The Find My Device app uses a crowdsourced network of over a billion devices to locate phones and other compatible devices. The new feature only works with devices running Android 9 or later operating systems.

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