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AppWizard

May 4, 2026

Hacker tracks Australian police using Android app

Australian police officers can potentially be tracked through publicly available Bluetooth applications due to a design flaw in tasers and body-worn cameras manufactured by Axon. A hacker demonstrated this vulnerability by using Android apps to detect nearby Bluetooth devices, revealing the location of police equipment, including model and serial numbers. The flaw arises from the failure to implement MAC address randomization, which could enhance security. The hacker developed software capable of tracking devices from over 400 meters away, raising concerns about the potential for criminal activities targeting police. Despite warnings to various police agencies, responses indicated confidence in existing security measures, although similar risks have been noted in the US, leading to the cessation of Axon body camera use by US Border Patrol agents. The vulnerability is considered a hardware-level issue, requiring significant redesign efforts from Axon to address it.

AppWizard

November 11, 2025

Android users can now pick their preferred Google Find Hub measurement units

Google's Find Hub application has been updated to version 3.1.458 as of November 10, introducing new features such as a Distance Units menu for customizable measurement preferences and a redesigned fullscreen account menu for improved navigation. The Find Hub website now includes a comprehensive list of over 60 compatible brands and more than 100 devices, including trackers and earbuds. Notable devices listed are Chipolo Pop, Chipolo Loop, Chipolo Card, Pebblebee Clip Universal, MiLi MiTag Go, Moto Tag, Rolling Square AirNotch Pro, Rolling Square AirCard Pro, July CaseSafe, Google Pixel Buds 2a, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, JBL Tour Pro 3, Sony LinkBuds S, and Sony WH-1000XM6. An in-depth comparison of Chipolo and Pebblebee tracking devices is also available.

AppWizard

November 6, 2025

EFF Teams Up With AV Comparatives to Test Android Stalkerware

The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has conducted assessments of anti-virus products for Android in 2025, focusing on their ability to detect stalkerware. Malwarebytes achieved a 100% detection rate for all stalkerware samples, while ESET, Bitdefender, McAfee, and Kaspersky detected nearly all but one sample. Google Play Protect and Trend Micro had lower detection rates of 53% and 59%, respectively. The assessment revealed a reduction in unique stalkerware applications, with only 17 distinct products tested compared to 20 in previous years. This decline may be attributed to increased regulatory scrutiny and the rise of affordable Bluetooth-enabled tracking devices.

AppWizard

August 15, 2025

Find Hub is the next Google app to get an Expressive coat of paint (APK teardown)

Google's Find Hub app, version 3.1.399-3, has introduced visual enhancements aligned with the Material 3 Expressive design philosophy. The Device details page now features a centered image of the device and larger, bolder headers. Additionally, the factory reset button is now located within a pill-shaped box.

AppWizard

March 17, 2025

Android’s Find My app now tracks people too – here’s how it works

The Google Find My app has introduced a new feature that allows users to track the location of individuals through its Find My network. The app has a revamped interface with two main categories: devices and people. Users can view real-time locations of individuals sharing their whereabouts, along with exact addresses and distances. Location sharing can be initiated for various durations and can be easily disabled. This feature is also available in Google Maps, but many find it easier to use in the Find My app. The Find My network, launched last year, enables tracking of devices even when they are not connected to the internet by utilizing a network of over a billion Android devices and Bluetooth technology.