Google’s Smart Tag Network: How It Compares to Apple’s AirTag in 2025

Google’s Smart Tag Network: How It Compares to Apple’s AirTag in 2025

Is Google’s Smart Tag Network Any Good Yet? When Google launched its Find My Device network in April 2024, it aimed to rival Apple’s popular AirTag. However, the initial rollout faced significant criticism, leaving many wondering if the network could truly compete with its more established rivals. A year later, has Google’s smart tag network improved, and is it now a viable option for Android users? In this post, we dive into the latest trackers from Pebblebee, Chipolo, and Motorola, evaluating their performance and comparing them to other leading trackers like Apple’s AirTag and Tile. Image : Google What is Google’s Find My Device Network? Google’s Find My Device network is designed to help users locate lost devices, including phones, tablets, and third-party Bluetooth trackers. Similar to Apple’s Find My network, Google’s system relies on Bluetooth technology to connect with passing Android devices, which then share encrypted location data. While it sounds simple, the process has been m…