Apple Launches New AirTags, Plus the Authentic is on Sale

Apple announced and launched AirTag (2nd Generation). They look and price the identical because the originals, however have a number of upgrades you’ll need to learn about.

I’ve lined Apple and reviewed its merchandise for years — right here’s every part it’s good to learn about AirTags (2nd Generation).

Apple AirTags (2nd Generation)

Apple AirTags are an NBC Select reader and staff-favorite gadget. They are Bluetooth trackers that show their exact location utilizing Apple’s FindMy app. This new mannequin appears and prices the identical as the unique, and works with the identical accessories, however has a number of adjustments internally.

The 2nd Generation model makes use of Apple’s up to date Ultra Wideband chip, which allows Precision Finding from as much as 50% farther away than the unique, in line with the model. Plus, Precision Finding can be utilized from suitable Apple Watches, not simply your cellphone.

The built-in speaker can also be 50 % louder than the unique, and has a brand new, distinctive chime sound when pinged.

What about AirTags (1st Generation)?

The unique AirTag continues to be an excellent purchase, with all the identical core monitoring options as the brand new mannequin. Plus, yow will discover it on sale above at a number of retailers whereas provides final.

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I’m a reporter at NBC Select who covers expertise together with current tales on smartwatches, cameras, earbuds and extra. I’ve lined Apple, its merchandise and its product launches for years. For this piece, I confirmed particulars about Apple’s new AirTags from the model’s press launch and product pages.