Here’s everything we know so far about the Apple AirTag stalker rumors, as well as their purported links to auto theft and other crimes.

Were Apple AirTag Trackers Being Used by Stalkers?

Here’s everything we know so far about the Apple AirTag stalker rumors, as well as their purported links to auto theft and other crimes.

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