The report mentions that the AirTag 2 will offer better range, improved wireless connectivity, and stronger privacy protections to address concerns over misuse.
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Will have improved range
Next-gen AirTag is also expected to feature a better range, which could allow the Precision Finding feature to work at farther distances. It will also improve tracking.
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No speakers
Apple is also reportedly considering removing the speaker from the AirTag to reduce instances of the device being used for stalking.
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New codename
According to Bloomberg’s report, the new AirTag model is codenamed B589 and is currently undergoing manufacturing tests, meaning that the launch is imminent.
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Improved wireless chip
The current Apple AirTag has an Ultra-Wideband (U1) chip, and the second-generation model is expected to use a U2 chipset with improved connectivity.
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Apple Vision Pro integration
Last year, Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Ku confirmed that the upcoming AirTag will have some kind of integration with Apple’s Vision Pro headset.
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Smart home display
Bloomberg’s report also mentions that Apple can also launch a new smart home display alongside the next-generation AirTag next year.
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Other launches
Further, we can also expect the release of updated versions of the iPad Air, entry-level iPad, MacBook Air, Mac Pro, Mac Studio, and iPhone SE in 2025.
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