Samsung has announced a new feature that scans for unknown SmartTags nearby to ensure that no one can stalk you using a Galaxy SmartTags tracker device.

This will ensure that no one can sneak a SmartTag into your bag and monitor where you are and what you are doing throughout the day. It doesn't matter who is tracking you or what they want. Samsung is going to make sure that you can find and discard problematic SmartTags.

Unfortunately, according to Samsung's announcement, this anti-tracking feature must be activated manually. It is possible that someone could put a SmartTag on you during the day, and it is your responsibility to keep manually checking to make sure it is not attached. That is in case you remember it or realize that you may be being tracked.

Meanwhile, the beta version of iOS 14.5 has already revealed that Apple's anti-stalking system, a system that detects unknown AirTags that have been hanging around for too long, will be fully automated.

Of course, one could argue that this point is completely moot if you don't have the SmartTag app or a Samsung phone. However, since these devices work with Bluetooth and UWB, not GPS or cellular data, they need to ping a smartphone or tablet with SmartThings installed to report their location.

A potential stalker can only accurately monitor you if SmartTag can relay that information using your own device.

Samsung also used this announcement to remind everyone that Bixby still exists. More specifically, it means that Bixby, the pesky stepchild of the virtual assistant world, will be able to communicate with SmartTags. In doing so, Bixby users will be able to ask "Hey Bixby, where are my keys?"

Samsung claims that the SmartThings Find ecosystem is one of the "fastest growing location-based services," but clearly there is stiff competition ahead. It has long been rumored that Apple's AirTags will be announced at today's "Spring Loaded" event.

Considering the number of iPhones in the world, it is certainly enough to cause a stir in the Samsung ecosystem.