News for hackers. Stuff that matters.

A comment on Apple and Google deliver support for unwanted tracking alerts in iOS and Android. Parent comment

Re:Apple and Google deliver support for unwanted tracking al... by foota on Tuesday May 14, 2024 @01:07AM (#40351796)
In that case, couldn't someone just make a tracker tag using GPS and a mobile connection?
[ Parent | on HN ]
Re:Apple and Google deliver support for unwanted tracking al... by emayljames on Tuesday May 14, 2024 @05:03AM (#40353078)
these devices are way more insidious though, a gps/mobile tracker would have more limitations due to it being less able to be hidden and less mobile.
[ Parent | on HN ]
Re:Apple and Google deliver support for unwanted tracking al... by wepple on Tuesday May 14, 2024 @08:21AM (#40354403)
GPS+mobile tracker:

- 4x the cost plus ongoing fees

- 2x larger

- can’t buy it at any big box store

- relies on a third party who can also see what you’re tracking

- battery limited to weeks, not years

Accessibility and features make these way more compelling

[ Parent | on HN ]