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How do item trackers work?

Google's new Pixel Tag, like similar devices, uses a network of other phones to help locate lost items. When your tagged item is out of Bluetooth range, nearby Android phones detect its signal and anonymously report its location to you. This clever crowd-sourced approach means you can find things even when they're far away.

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