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APK Teardown Reveals Satellite Ping Limits for Google’s Find Hub

Code strings indicate Find Hub’s satellite feature will drop one location ping every 15 minutes, display a countdown of remaining pings, cap daily use

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Overview

  • Hidden strings in Find Hub v3.1.399-3 describe one-off satellite pings triggered manually or automatically rather than continuous tracking.
  • Users retain full control over sharing permissions in the Find Hub app and via Google Maps to limit disclosures to trusted contacts.
  • Limited bandwidth and high operating costs of satellite connectivity have influenced the feature’s restrictive ping model.
  • The satellite sharing feature is distinguished from Emergency SOS services and is not intended for distress communication.
  • Deployment details including launch timing, device compatibility and potential charges remain unconfirmed, with speculation pointing to announcements at future Made by Google events.