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Topic: auto theft

Cars parked in a multi-level structure.
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Wednesday, 7/1, 11:55 PM

Why Your AirTag Probably Won't Get Your Stolen Car Back

  • Plenty of Angelenos have tucked a GPS tracker or an Apple AirTag into their car, sure that a cheap gadget is their best defense against theft.
  • Security experts and police say the technology is far less reliable than owners expect — and that chasing a signal yourself can be dangerous.

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