Apple Unveils the New AirTag 2 with Better Tracking and Louder Alerts

Apple has introduced the second-generation AirTag, which is already available to order and will begin shipping later this week. This updated version keeps the familiar design of the original tracker but brings several meaningful upgrades.  

The biggest improvements are to how far and how easily you can find lost items. The AirTag 2 uses Apple’s newer Ultra Wideband chip, which boosts the Precision Finding feature so it can guide you to your misplaced belongings from up to 50 % farther away than before. An upgraded Bluetooth chip also extends the range at which the AirTag can be located.  

Another notable enhancement is the speaker, which is now about 50 % louder, making it easier to hear the tracker’s sound when searching for items. The device still relies on Apple’s large Find My network to help locate objects even when they’re out of direct Bluetooth range.  

Apple also highlights privacy and security features: the AirTag 2 doesn’t store your location history on the device, uses end-to-end encryption, and includes protections against unwanted tracking.  

Despite the upgrades, pricing remains unchanged from the original model — $29 for a single AirTag and $99 for a four-pack — and all existing AirTag accessories are compatible with the new version.