Apple Announces ‘Find My’ Network for Third-Party Accessories

Apple Find My Network on devices

A day after launching a testing app for Made for iPhone licensees, Apple has officially announced its Find My network that will work with third-party location accessories.

Find My Network

The Find My app has been updated in time for the announcement. When you open it, you’ll see a new Items tab at the bottom to add devices. New products that work with the Find My app from Belkin, Chipolo, and VanMoof will be available beginning next week.

Don’t miss the best of The Mac Observer

Set us as a preferred source and our Apple reporting ranks higher in your Google Search results and Discover feed — one tap, no account changes.

Or get it by email

Additionally, Apple is releasing a draft specification for chipset manufacturers later this spring. It will let location accessory manufacturers take advantage of Ultra Wideband technology in U1-equipped Apple devices, creating a more precise, directionally aware experience when nearby.

Discussion

Join the discussionCommenting as a guest — your email is never published · Log in

Protected by Akismet — be kind, stay on topic.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.