Users are not using AirTags as Apple expected!
Apple AirTags continue to generate buzz, with stories showing how users are using them for exactly what Apple didn’t think of. the famous trackers designed to locate backpacks and keys helped owners locate other types of properties when they fall into the wrong hands, even if they risk facing the most unexpected situations.
A recently reported story confirms that users trust the precision of the Apple-designed AirTag to protect their valuables. SO, a user in Texas hid an AirTag in his truck, anticipating that it might be useful in the event of theft.
AirTags do not replace authorities
Sure enough, his fear was realized when a thief stole the vehicle from a parking lot inside a mall. Despite the exact location of the truck, unlike other users, he did not wait to deliver the information to the authoritiesbut decided to solve it by themselves.
According to reports, the owner of the truck fired upon reaching the address marked by the AirTag
Due to the s ituation, state authorities represented by SAPD Chief Information Officer Nick Soliz, he urged others not to take justice into their own hands.
I know it’s frustrating to have your vehicle stolen, but please don’t take it into your own hands like that. SAPD has many ways to track your vehicle.
Apple AirTags have played in the most unusual situations since their launch in 2021. Despite Apple’s warnings, they’ve been used to track people, vehicles and, as revealed a few weeks ago, even for arrest criminal organizations.
Although in a completely different context, This is not the first time that the information shared by an AirTag has caused a fatal victim..
Faced with these situations, the United States government authorities have made announcements to consumers about the dangerous situation that these devices may face, especially those related to espionage.
