Mike Peterson
Apple is introducing a new Find My feature that will make it difficult to accidentally leave behind an Apple device or third-party tracking accessory.
So-called separation alerts will ping a user if they leave the proximity of a device like an iPhone or AirTag. The feature can also be enabled for third-party devices that support the Find My network.
"Enable separation alerts, and if you leave a device, AirTag, or compatible third-party item behind, your iPhone will alert you with notifications and Find My will give you directions to your item," Apple says.
Separation alerts are enabled on a per-device basis. Users can head into the menu of a specific item and hit a toggle to "Notify When Left Behind."
Users will get an alert when they are out of range of the specific device. However, they'll also be able to set location-based exceptions, such as if a device is at home.
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10 Comments
This is a great feature that I have wanted for a while. Can’t wait to try it out.
I definitely could have used this many times over the years.
This is a welcome addition that feels long overdue.
I keep forgetting my phone though 😀 guess there’s no practical solution for that 🤨