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Cupertino, California, April 1, 2025 – After almost four years without material update, the Apple product tracker is finally re-concentrated. The original AirTag, presented in April 2021, carved a niche itself as an elegant and reliable way to maintain the key track, bags and other essential elements. Now, rumours of credible industry point to the imminent arrival of a successor: AirTag 2. It should land at some point between May and June 2025 – perhaps during the WWDC – this refreshed tracker brings both significant improvements and a stronger approach to user safety.
Why is Apple refreshing the AirTag now?
To understand why AirTag 2 counts, you must remember how popular and controversial your predecessor has become. According to Bloomberg and 9to5Mac, the original AirTag was quickly put forward due to its close integration with Apple’s Find My network, a splash system that allows users to track items using anonymous location data transmitted from neighbouring Apple devices. But despite its usefulness, AirTag has been criticized for its possible misuse, particularly in the context of unauthorized prosecution or harassment.
Apple has tried to solve these problems through software updates, such as notification to users when an unknown AirTag travels with them. However, the software has only its limitations. This is where the AirTag 2 aims to enter, not only with better performance, but also with more intelligent and robust safeguards against abuse.
What’s up in AirTag 2?
Let’s go to the heart of the updates. The most striking improvement is the inclusion of Apple’s second-generation Ultra Wideband (UWB) chip, already on iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9. According to sources such as MacRumors and Apple Magazine, this new chip increases the scope of the precision search function from about 10-15 meters to a robust 60 meters. This is a four-fold increase in range, ideal for times when your keys disappear at an airport or your suitcase is wrongly located in a large hotel.
Q: What exactly is precision research?A: The precision search combines UWB technology with augmented reality views on the iPhone screen to direct you directly to your lost item. It shows distance and direction, making hunting much more accurate than using Bluetooth alone.
In addition to the chip, another important change is in the internal AirTag enclosure. According to several reports, including those of Jablickar and 9to5Mac, Apple makes it more difficult to manipulate or remove the speaker, a movement designed to stop the practice of invalid alerts and use AirTags to track. With the speaker blocked physically and probably better integrated, it must be much more difficult for the wrong actors to modify the device without being detected.
Address the elephant in the room: anti-salification
The elephant in the room when it comes to AirTags is its misuse. Since its launch, incidents involving unwanted follow-up have been documented around the world, pushing Apple to control damage. The company has launched firmware updates and partnered with Google to develop multiplatform tracking alerts, but there are still gaps. Users can physically disable the speaker of the device or exploit notification delays to avoid detection.
Q: How will AirTag 2 avoid unauthorized tracking?A: By making the enclosure resistant and improving alerts with the Find My app, Apple aims to make AirTag 2 safer without compromising its main function. It is a hardware-level solution to what was before a software problem only.
This movement is not just about public relations, it is a practical need. As Apple Magazine said, user safety becomes as important as product utility, especially for devices designed to travel unnoticed.
No reshaping, but should there be one?
Although there are no confirmed changes in the AirTag shape factor, some users expected a more user-friendly portfolio design. At present, AirTag’s round, piece-shaped shape is considerably integrated into a key or bag, but is difficult to capture in the wallets. Third-party options, such as Tile Slim, offer flat card-style tracks that slide smoothly into a wallet pocket, but do not match Apple Precision Finding’s exploit.
Q: Why didn’t Apple rethink the AirTag?A: The probable reason is power. AirTags uses CR2032 batteries, which offer a long battery life but require a certain size. Thinner models need smaller batteries, which can sacrifice longevity or tracking performance.
As 9to5Mac points out, Apple seems satisfied with its current aesthetic, betting on the fit feature. However, a surprise overhaul cannot be completely excluded. Apple has a backpack to keep one or two laps packed until the day of launch.
Could Vision Pro Integration be the dream?
One of the most curious rumors floating around, especially by Ming-Chi Kuo analyst, is the idea of integrating AirTag 2 into the Apple Vision Pro. This top quality mixed earpiece does not have exactly illuminated sales graphics, but it remains a critical element of Apple’s ecosystem ambitions. If AirTag 2 could appear in a space computing environment – perhaps help you to “see” where lost objects are in 3D space – this could be a case of new use, even if only a small advantage.
Q: Is the integration of Vision Pro likely?A: It’s speculative. Although technically feasible, it would serve a very small user base. It is more an experimental feature than a basic point of sale for the general public.
Nevertheless, it shows that Apple is thinking about the long-term role of its accessories in a wider digital ecosystem, even though these ideas have not yet been fully materialized.
When will AirTag 2 be launched?
According to Bloomberg’s Kosutami and Mark Gurman filter, Apple is watching a release in May or June 2025 for AirTag 2. This synchronization is perfectly aligned with WWDC, which traditionally serves as a step for Apple to reveal both software updates and new hardware. Manufacturing tests, called B589, are already underway with Apple’s supply chain partners in Asia.
Assuming things go according to the plan, we could see an official introduction at the beginning of the summer, with the availability to detail shortly afterwards. Taking into account the initial AirTag price of $29, AirTag 2 can have a small premium, especially with the new UBB chip and better safety features. However, Apple has always been cautious about price increases for entry level accessories, so don’t expect a sticker shock.
So, what’s the Verdict on AirTag 2?
The next generation AirTag is not only a better range or minor settings, but it reflects Apple’s advanced philosophy of confidentiality, security and utility. It is a mature response to the growing pain of the device and a sign that the company listens. Whether you’re a traveller who lacks luggage or a father who keeps labels in a child’s backpack, these updates are convenient, not striking.
Of course, we do not get a handle-shaped factor or a rechargeable battery, but central improvements – a slower tracking range, a more difficult speaker to disable, and possibly Vision Pro compatibility - make the AirTag 2 more versatile and secure. The product feels less of a technological novelty and more of a daily essential tool.
Until the grievor reveals himself, we are left with rumors and speculations, but even if half of the leaks remain true, the AirTag 2 will probably give up its tracker role for Apple users who seek to keep tabs in their world with precision and mental peace.