The “Where is?” app from Apple has now been transformed into an indispensable search network on devices. With their help, not only the AirTags can be located – AirPods, iPhones and Macbooks can also be tracked. Families or friends can see the locations of their friends’ or family members’ devices if they agree. Since iOS 15, the iPhone has offered another innovation: the device continues to send the current location even when the battery is empty. But a switched-off smartphone shouldn’t always reveal the current position – you can hide the information with a simple trick.
The best iPhones
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No jack socket
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Enormous battery life
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OLED display with top contrast/colours
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Display without 120 Hertz (only in the 13 Pro)
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iPhone: Disable location on power off
For example, in order not to be exposed when planning the surprise for your loved one, it is advisable not to share the location. However, simply switching off the iPhone does not prevent the data from being transferred. It is practical that Apple offers an additional option for all devices from the iPhone 12: The option to deactivate location sharing appears on the screen under the slide to switch off the iPhone. Tap on it, Apple will inform you about this option. With a tip on “Disable search temporarily” you get to the deactivation. After switching it on again, the network finds the iPhone again as usual. This is a temporary intervention in monitoring.
Location sharing can be temporarily disabled before turning off.
Less protection against theft?
By the way: thieves cannot avoid being pursued with this method. To disable location sharing, you need to enter the lock code. This protects against unwanted use of this feature. This function should be used with caution by anyone who has taken out the Apple Care+ warranty program: In order to get a new device in the event of theft or loss, the search for “Where is?” be permanently active. In this case, a temporary deactivation may cause problems.
