Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Might Skip Key Tracking Feature

This year, Android introduced a much-anticipated feature for object tracking: the ability to locate devices even when their battery is depleted. This functionality is part of the broader Find My Device system. Unfortunately, it seems that Samsung’s upcoming flagship model will not support this feature.

According to a code analysis by Android Authority, the phone may lack an active Bluetooth-finding protocol. As a result, it won’t show up on tracking maps once the battery dies. It’s essential to remember that these insights are based on pre-launch specifications for unreleased devices, meaning changes could occur before the official launch.

The feature itself, named “Find Your Offline Devices,” utilizes Bluetooth and the location data from nearby Android devices. This is somewhat similar to Apple’s Find My network, which connects millions of devices globally, helping users recover misplaced gadgets.

Google has not disclosed specifics about how location tracking works for devices that have gone offline due to battery depletion, other than mentioning “specialized Pixel hardware” on their store listings. This feature is enabled by default for new Google hardware, including the Pixel 8 and Pixel 9 series.

Essentially, it uses the network signals from nearby devices to offer location data on the Find My Device network. To activate this feature on your device, navigate through the following:

Settings > Google > All Services > Find My Device > Find your offline devices

Users can choose a tracking range from two options: With network in high-traffic areas only or With network in all areas. According to Google’s support page, devices that have run out of battery can still be tracked for “several hours.”

“When others detect your items, they securely send their locations to Find My Device,” the company explains. As for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, it is reportedly set to include a second-generation protective shield from Corning Gorilla Glass Armor.

The design has been slightly modified, featuring rounder corners and new color options. As for internal specifications, changes seem minimal aside from the typical annual updates.

The camera setup will likely remain familiar, including a 200-megapixel main sensor. The device will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, but there are no significant upgrades in charging speed or battery capacity based on leaked information.