Someone put one of Android's Find My Device trackers in the mail with an AirTag – the results weren't surprising
Why might the Pebblebee tracker not update its location properly?
The Pebblebee tracker might not update its location properly due to the limited functionality of Google's Find My Device network, which is currently restricted to "high-traffic" areas by default. This, combined with the slow rollout of the network, results in trackers being unable to provide frequent and accurate location updates, especially in areas that are not considered high-traffic.
What are Google's plans for improving Find My Device tracking?
Google is actively working on rolling out enhancements to the Find My Device network to improve the speed and ability of locating lost items. They are encouraging Bluetooth tag owners to change their network settings to "with network in all areas" to help improve the network's ability to find lost items in lower-traffic areas1. Google also plans to incorporate the Pixel Buds Pro into the network and continue adding new features to improve the service.
When is the next Find My Device network test planned?
The next Find My Device network test is not specifically mentioned in the provided text. However, it is mentioned that the author is planning to run a similar test once the Find My Device network is more widely rolled out. There is no specific timeline provided for this test.