Next Generation AirTag to Feature New Ultrawide-Band Chip [Gurman]

Apple's popular AirTag tracker accessory is set to receive a new ultrawide-band chip, according to a new report from leaker Mark Gurman.

In an email to subscribers, Gurman mentions that the next-generation AirTag will be findable from greater distances thanks to a new chip.

Now I can share that the next AirTag will be getting a new ultrawide-band chip on par with the one introduced in the iPhone 15. That will considerably increase the range of the new AirTag, meaning it will be easier to find any items that you've attached it to. Right now, the AirTag can be located with Precision Finding from about 10 to 30 meters away, depending on conditions. The new model should triple that by using the next-generation ultrawide-band chip, I'm told.


The new AirTag is purportedly codenamed B589 and is predicted to arrive around the middle of 2025.

If you need an AirTag now, for yourself or as a gift, they are on sale for just $24 each (down from $29) or $72.99 for a four pack (down from $99).

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