NYC fights car thefts with free Apple AirTags.
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The NYPD is partnering with the Association for a Better New York to combat the rising number of car thefts, particularly of Hyundais and Kias, by distributing 500 Apple AirTags to drivers of the most targeted vehicles. The AirTags will be hidden inside the car, allowing victims to track their stolen vehicles in real-time. The decision to donate the tracking devices was made after a social media trend on TikTok showed users exploiting a technology glitch to jump-start Hyundais and Kias with a USB cord and a screwdriver.
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