Islamabad, Mar 15, 2025: Google is introducing a major upgrade to its Find My Device app, enabling users to track the live locations of friends and family who have opted to share their whereabouts.
According to 9to5Google, this enhancement builds upon the Android March feature update and is gradually rolling out to a broader audience.
One App for Two Key Functions
Previously, Google Maps facilitated location sharing among contacts. Now, the Find My Device app integrates both device tracking and real-time people tracking within a single platform.
This update makes it easier for users to manage their shared locations efficiently.
Additionally, individuals using Google Maps on iOS can also appear within the Find My Device app, improving cross-platform accessibility.
On Android, a newly introduced “People” tab within the Find My Device app allows users to view the real-time positions of contacts who have shared their location. Another section displays the individuals you are sharing your location with, along with customization options for setting time limits on location visibility.
A Step Towards Apple’s Model
This latest refinement brings Google’s Find My Device app closer to Apple’s Find My app in terms of functionality and design.
The updated interface now features a split-screen layout, with a map occupying the upper section and a list of people or devices appearing below, depending on the selected tab.
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This arrangement streamlines navigation, making it effortless to switch between tracking lost gadgets and monitoring loved ones.
By expanding its capabilities beyond lost devices, Google is transforming the Find My Device app into a comprehensive location-sharing hub.
Whether you need to locate a misplaced phone or keep track of friends and family in real time, this update significantly enhances the app’s utility, making personal location tracking more seamless and efficient.
