5 on your side: GPS trackers and kids' smartwatches may expose location data

Is your child ready for more independence, but you're not ready to give them a smartphone? More parents are turning to GPS ...

Parents are tracking their kids — but who else can see their location?

80% of parents in one survey track their kids’ locations. Trackers on the market range from inexpensive Bluetooth tags to GPS ...
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Google and Apple partner to fight location tracker stalking

The move is the latest sign that Apple and Google are working to fix the downside of Bluetooth trackers like Apple's AirTag. Soon, iPhone and Android devices with up-to-date software will receive a ...
Fast Company

Should you track your family’s location?

This story first appeared in Advisorator, Jared’s weekly tech advice newsletter. Sign up to get more insights every Tuesday. On a recent evening, I had a mild panic after trying to call my wife and ...
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Android will help you find sketchy trackers that may be monitoring your location

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. Android provides new safety features to combat tech-enabled stalking with enhanced unknown tracker alerts. Users can ...
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Consumer Reports Warns Some Kids’ GPS Devices May Put Data at Risk

As more parents use GPS trackers and smartwatches for peace of mind, a new Consumer Reports investigation finds some kid-specific devices fall short on privacy and security — and reveals which ...