Thursday, December 12, 2024

Find My Update: Now Share Lost Item Locations!

Find My Update: Now Share Lost Item Locations!

Apple has enhanced its Find My feature, allowing users to share the location of lost items with trusted third parties, making it easier to recover misplaced belongings.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor 
December 12, 2024


iOS18 Find My
Have you ever lost something valuable and wished someone could help you find it? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use the new Apple Find My Share Link feature.

Apple's latest update to the Find My network introduces a groundbreaking feature that allows users to share the location of lost items with trusted third parties. 

This addition could revolutionize the way we recover our misplaced belongings.

Apple’s Find My network has long been a crucial tool for locating lost devices and items. 

With the new update in iOS 18.2, users can now share the location of these items with friends, family, colleagues, or even airlines. 

This increases the chances of a quick recovery.

This is especially beneficial for individuals who frequently misplace their items or for those who want to ensure their belongings can be easily tracked by trusted people.

Here's how to do it.
  1. Go to the Find My app on your iPhone.
  2. Tap Items, tap the item that you want to share location updates for, then tap Share Item Location.
  3. Follow the onscreen instructions to create and share a temporary webpage.
  4. Tap Done.

Apple iPhone Find My Shared Link

fig. 1 - Apple iPhone Find My Shared Link

Sharing the location with trusted individuals increases the likelihood of finding lost items.

Please note:
  • To provide updated locations, at least one of your Apple devices where you’re signed in to your Apple Account needs to be online.
  • Ensure you have the latest version of the Find My app installed on your device.
  • Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services and make sure Location Services are turned on for the Find My app.
Apple’s new Find My feature that allows location sharing with third parties is a significant enhancement for users who frequently misplace items. 

By enabling trusted individuals to assist in locating lost belongings, Apple continues to innovate in providing security and convenience for its users.

Have you tried the new Find My location-sharing feature? 

Share your experiences and thoughts in the comments below, and don't forget to share this article on your social media to spread the word!


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