NYC fights car theft with free Apple AirTags.
TL;DR
The New York Police Department is distributing 500 free Apple AirTags to residents in response to a rise in car thefts linked to a TikTok challenge. The challenge involves exploiting a defect in Hyundai and Kia vehicles to start them using a USB cable and other readily available tools. The AirTags will help residents track their stolen cars, but the NYPD won't have access to the real-time location of the devices. The city is only distributing the AirTags to residents in Castle Hill, Soundview, and Parkchester, who can call their local precinct to get one.
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- Top NYPD officials suggest car owners get Airtag to prevent theft Eyewitness News ABC7NY
- New York City to hand out 500 free Apple AirTags to deter car thefts Fox News
- With nearly 4,500 car thefts so far this year, NYC is handing out free Apple AirTag trackers New York Post
- New York is giving out free Apple AirTag devices to some residents, here's why Times of India
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