New Delhi, Dec. 7 -- Apple's Find My network has quietly become one of the company's most powerful security tools, allowing iPhones to be located even after they have been switched off. The technology, built into every model since the iPhone 11, uses nearby Apple devices to relay encrypted location data, offering users a significant advantage when a handset goes missing or is stolen.

Below is a breakdown of how the feature works, how to confirm it is enabled and what to do if your phone goes missing.

Since the iPhone 11, Apple has equipped its devices with low-power Bluetooth technology that continues to function briefly after shutdown. When Find My is enabled, nearby Apple devices, whether they belong to you or strangers, can detect yo...