by dbadmin | Oct 7, 2025 | Find Hub, Find My Device, News
TL;DR The BBC reports that one iPhone user tracking their stolen phone last Christmas got the ball rolling on a bust that took down a massive smuggling ring. Suspects were arrested with over 2,000 stolen phones in their possession. The group is believed to be...
by dbadmin | Aug 15, 2025 | Authority Insights, Find Hub, Google, Material 3 Expressive, News
Credit: Andy Walker / Android Authority We’ve conducted a teardown of Google’s Find Hub app and discovered a variety of visual changes. These tweaks are broadly in line with Google’s push to adopt the Material 3 Expressive style. Google’s Find Hub is your one-stop...
by dbadmin | Aug 15, 2025 | Authority Insights, Find Hub, Google, Google Maps, News
Google appears to be working on a home screen shortcut for users who are sharing their location with you in Find Hub. Right now, Google Maps already offers similar functionality. Bringing the option to the Find Hub reflects Google’s consolidation of tracking tools....
by dbadmin | Aug 13, 2025 | Authority Insights, Find Hub, Google, News
Google’s Find Hub combines resources for tracking devices and sharing location with friends and family. Users need to positively consent first before their location is shared with anyone. The app is working to build an easy way for you to request your friends grant...
by dbadmin | Aug 13, 2025 | Authority Insights, Find Hub, Google, News
Google announced back in May that the newly renamed Find Hub would be adding support for satellite-based location sharing. That’s still not here yet, but a recent app update reveals text strings that hint at how things will work. Users will be able to share their...
by dbadmin | Jun 26, 2025 | Android 16, Authority Insights, Find Hub, News
Android 16 introduces a “Secure Lock” feature that enhances the security of remotely locking a lost device. Secure Lock restricts access to notifications, Quick Settings, widgets, and the digital assistant and requires both the screen lock credential and biometrics to...
