What you need to know
- The latest update to Google’s Find My Device app includes a redesigned logo that embraces the abstract, along with Google’s four-color theme.
- Users are also getting glimpse within the updates into the upcoming network feature.
- The network was delayed by Google, with no official word yet on an expected release.
If youāve ever lost your phone gadgets, thereās been a surge of Bluetooth tracking tools to help ā with Google being the latest tech company to jump on the bandwagon with its upgraded Find My Device network. However, whileĀ Google may have delayedĀ the network launch earlier this summer, it looks like the latest version of the app adorns a new icon that hints at some of the networkās expected features.
Google just pushed out the latest update (v.3.0) of the app, which includes a new Find My Device logo. Initially spotted in June by the folks atĀ 9to5GoogleĀ and now rolling out, the redesigned icon eschews the green map-like logo in favor of an abstract radar-like symbol that matches Googleās usual four-color scheme.
At this point, the v.3.0 update hasnāt reached the public yet, but you could access it atĀ APKMirrorĀ if you feel inclined. Otherwise, it should reach most devices relatively soon.
Google is giving Find My Device a new logo https://t.co/iyuktrGk8y by @technacity & @evowizz
ā 9to5Google (@9to5Google) June 25, 2023
It looks like Google opted for a refresh of the logo to synchronize the design with the companyās plans to expand the Find My Device app into a full-fledged network. Introduced at Google I/O in May, it essentially promises to use the power of millions of Android phones to locate missing gadgets, with future tracking in mind. Itās largely considered Googleās response to Appleās Find My service, which similarly operates AirTags.
However, Google subsequently delayed the network launch as it waited for Apple to develop a standard concerning unwanted location tracking. Ā This is amid safety concerns and joint efforts between the two companies to address the issue.
Despite the delay, it looks like the wheels are finally turning. In addition to the design refresh,Ā 9to5GoogleĀ further noted that the company is also preparing location-based privacy settings to help users find missing phones and other accessories.
Further, within the v.3.0 update,Ā Mishaal RahmanĀ uncovered a feature that seemingly allows users to mark a device as ālostā in order to be notified once itās found. Thereās also the ability to add your contact information if someone on the network locates your device. This is similar to AirTags, which allow users to view contact information upon scanning a lost item.
Although Google still hasnāt announced an official roll-out date yet for the network, thereās no doubt that the latest app update gives us a sneak peek at the companyās plans.