Google Confirms Major Speed Improvements to Android’s Find My Device Network and Prepares UWB Support

Google has announced that the Android Find My Device network is now four times faster at locating items compared to when it first launched. Early criticisms centered around the network’s slow performance compared to Apple’s and Samsung’s alternatives. However, recent internal tests show significant improvements, attributed to continuous algorithmic and technical updates, including changes to Bluetooth scanning methods. Additionally, more users are adjusting their privacy settings to allow broader tracking, beyond just high-traffic areas. Google also hinted that Ultra Wideband (UWB) support updates will be announced soon, possibly at the upcoming Google I/O event. Despite the progress, comparisons with Apple’s Find My network still show Android trailing slightly, largely due to Google’s prioritization of user privacy, which limits network functionality. The Moto Tag remains the only tracker in the Find My Device network equipped with UWB hardware. These updates are a positive step forward for Android users who rely on item-tracking technology.