description Samsung SmartThings Find Overview
Samsung SmartThings Find is a tracking and location service integrated into Samsung's SmartThings ecosystem. It enables users to locate misplaced Galaxy smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and earbuds, as well as Galaxy SmartTags. The service utilizes a crowdsourced network of millions of Samsung devices to detect lost items via Bluetooth, securely relaying their offline positions to the owner. It is intended for users within the Samsung device ecosystem who need a built-in solution for finding personal electronics.
help Samsung SmartThings Find FAQ
How does SmartThings Find locate a Galaxy phone that's lost or offline?
It uses a crowdsourced network of millions of Galaxy devices that securely relay a lost device's Bluetooth signal to you, similar to Apple's Find My network. Offline finding works because supported Galaxy phones can respond over Bluetooth Low Energy even when disconnected from Wi-Fi or cellular.
Do I need a Galaxy SmartTag to use SmartThings Find, and which tag should I buy?
No — the service locates phones, tablets, watches, and earbuds natively, but you need SmartTags for keys, luggage, and other objects. The SmartTag+ adds ultra-wideband for AR pointing directions, while the 2023 SmartTag2 offers longer Bluetooth range — Samsung cites up to about 120 meters line-of-sight.
Does SmartThings Find work on non-Samsung Android phones or iPhone?
No, it's limited to Samsung Galaxy devices through the SmartThings app — there's no SmartTag support on iPhone the way AirTags work only in Apple's ecosystem. Your S24 Ultra can locate your tags, but a friend with a Pixel or iPhone cannot.
How long does the battery last in a Galaxy SmartTag, and can it be replaced?
SmartTags run on a standard CR2032 coin cell that lasts roughly a year depending on use. It's user-replaceable, so unlike a sealed tracker you don't throw the tag away when the battery dies.
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