Apple Prepares AirTag 2 With A New, More Advanced Feature

JAKARTA Apple is reportedly preparing for the launch of the second generation of its popular tracking device, AirTag, which was first released in 2021. According to a Bloomberg report submitted by Mark Gurman, AirTag 2 has entered the manufacturing trial phase and is expected to bring a number of significant improvements that make it more attractive to users.

One of the major changes expected in AirTag 2 is an increase in tracking range. Apple will pin the latest generation of band ultrawide chips, which allow these devices to have tracking ranges up to three times as far as the first generation AirTag. With this new technology, users can track AirTag from a distance of between 30 and 90 meters, much better than the previous range of only 10 to 30 meters.

In addition, AirTag 2 will also be equipped with more advanced wireless chips. This update aims to improve tracking accuracy, especially in less densely populated areas, thus providing a more optimal user experience.

The privacy issue, which has become a major concern for the first generation AirTag, will also be seriously handled by Apple in this latest version. Previous generation AirTag was misused for staking purposes, where some users even modified this device to disable built-in speakers, making it difficult for targets to detect the suspicious presence of AirTag.

To overcome this, Apple will present an improvement in the more effective anti-stalking feature on AirTag 2. With this feature, it is hoped that the target will find it easier to detect unwanted AirTags in the vicinity.

This second-generation AirTag, codenamed B589, is scheduled to be released in mid-2025. However, for users interested in the first generation AirTag, currently the device is sold at a fairly affordable price. One AirTag unit can be purchased at a price of 23 US dollars, while a package containing four units is offered for 69.99 US dollars, or around 18 US dollars per unit.

With a greater increase in technology and attention to privacy, AirTag 2 is expected to meet user expectations and strengthen its position as one of the most popular tracking devices on the market. Its presence is also predicted to make it easier for users to track their various important items more securely and efficiently.