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Apple Launches App for Makers to Test Third Party 'Find My' Devices

Posted April 6, 2021 at 7:22pm by iClarified · 4059 views
Apple has launched a new 'Find My Certification Assistant' app for MFi Licensees to test their third party 'Find My' devices.

For use by MFi Licensees only. Use the Find My Certification Assistant to test discovery, connection, and other key requirements for accessories you develop that incorporate Find My network technology. For more in formation about Find My network certification, visit the MFi Portal at mfi.apple.com.

Third party manufacturers will soon be able offer devices that can be tracked in Apple's Find My app. A new tab for 'Items' has already appeared in iOS 14.5 beta and some manufacturers have already unveiled products with support for the upcoming feature.

The app will let developers test connectivity, sound, power, NFC, and more.

You can download Find My Certification Asst. from the App Store for free. Please download the iClarified app or follow iClarified on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and RSS for updates.

Download [via TechCrunch]