Google Find Hub rolls out ‘Notify when left behind’ tracker alerts on Android

Google's Find Hub has introduced a new feature called "Notify when left behind" alerts for Android devices. This feature can be enabled by opening the Find Hub app, selecting a tag, and then tapping the settings gear icon in the top-right corner of the bottom sheet. The new alert section allows users to receive notifications when a tag is separated from their phone.

The default exception for this feature is the user's home address stored in their Google Account (Maps). The notification option has been observed with Chipolo trackers and the Moto Tag on Android version 3.1.787-06 for both US and European users. However, it is not currently available for other device types, such as headphones.

This basic capability should have been offered from the beginning of Find Hub's existence. The feature was initially mentioned in Google's release notes for Google Play services and should be integrated into the device registration process, along with setting category icons and renaming tags. Additionally, Google hinted at future NFC support, which would enable users to quickly access tag details, settings, and identify lost tags when they tap the tag with their phone.