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Mint
5 days ago
- Mint
Is Apple ready to launch the AirTag 2 at WWDC 2025? Here's what the report suggests..
Apple could be on the verge of unveiling the long-anticipated second-generation AirTag, with strong speculation pointing to an announcement at its upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on 9 June. First introduced in April 2021, the original AirTag was Apple's answer to item-tracking solutions, offering users a way to locate personal belongings using the Find My app. However, after four years with no major update, expectations are running high for what the next iteration will bring. According to multiple leaks and reports, including one from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman last year, the refreshed tracker is slated for a mid-2025 release. In February, leaker Kosutami hinted at a May or June launch, making WWDC an ideal platform for the reveal. You may be interested in Among the rumoured upgrades, the AirTag 2 is expected to feature a second-generation Ultra Wideband (UWB) chip—already present in the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Ultra 2. This chip could triple the tracking range compared to the current model, reaching up to 200 feet (roughly 60 metres). It might enable more precise location tracking and may support features like Precision Finding for People. Additionally, the new model is anticipated to include a tamper-resistant speaker to address concerns over misuse. This would serve as a deterrent to unauthorised tracking and improve user safety. Another key upgrade could be deeper compatibility with the Apple Vision Pro headset, enhancing location awareness and spatial computing capabilities in Apple's new mixed-reality environment. No substantial changes to the AirTag's physical design are expected, which means it will likely retain the compact and minimalist look that has characterised the original. The original AirTag currently retails in the U.S. at $29 for a single unit or $99 for a four-pack, though pricing for the updated version remains unconfirmed. Earlier this year, the Cupertino-based company introduced several new products, including the iPhone 16e in February and a suite of refreshed Mac and iPad models in March. The company also expanded its accessories range with the Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds, new Beats charging cables, and a Pride Edition Sport Band for the Apple Watch.
Hans India
23-04-2025
- Hans India
AirTag 2 to Debut by Summer 2025 with Smarter Tracking and Enhanced Privacy
Apple is reportedly gearing up to launch the next version of its populartracking device, the AirTag 2, as early as May or June 2025. Originallyintroduced in 2021, the AirTag has remained largely the same in design andfunction, helping users locate everyday items like wallets, keys, and luggagethrough the Find My app. Its reliability has made it a go-to gadget forfrequent travellers and those prone to misplacing essentials. Over the years, the original AirTag has received a handfulof software updates, such as firmware improvements and the recent 'Share ItemLocation' feature introduced with iOS 18.2. But in terms of hardware, not muchhas changed. That's about to shift with the upcoming release of AirTag 2, whichpromises a more refined and capable experience. According to reliable sources in the Apple ecosystem,including tipster Kosutami and tech analyst Mark Gurman, the AirTag 2 isnearing mass production and is likely to hit shelves in early summer who has a strong track record of accurate Apple predictions, hadearlier suggested a mid-year launch window, and recent developments seem toback that up. In terms of design, the second-gen AirTag is expected tomaintain its signature compact, circular shape. While some users have requestedtweaks—like a built-in keyring hole or a flatter profile—Apple hasn't confirmedany physical redesigns yet. However, what's more likely are internal upgrades. TheAirTag 2 may come equipped with a new wireless chip for extended range andquicker connectivity. Enhanced privacy features are also anticipated,addressing past criticisms about the device being misused for unwantedtracking. In previous updates, Apple added sound alerts when an unknown AirTagwas nearby, but these could be easily bypassed by disabling the speaker. The new model is rumoured to include a tamper-resistant speaker and more robustsafeguards. With a smarter design and stronger security, the AirTag 2looks set to improve on what made the original a favourite, making it even moredependable for everyday use.
Hindustan Times
22-04-2025
- Hindustan Times
AirTag 2: Apple might launch the upgraded tracker by early summer 2025
Apple launched its first AirTag in 2021, which has remained mostly unchanged for the past four years. However, the tech giant is now preparing for the release of an updated version soon. The AirTag's primary function is to help users track everyday items such as wallets and keys through Apple's Find My app, a feature that has been especially helpful to travellers. Now, with rumours circulating online, it seems like Apple is gearing up to unveil the next generation of the device soon. AirTag 2: Release Date (Expected) The first-generation AirTag has seen a few software improvements over the past years, including firmware updates and new features like the 'Share Item Location' option in iOS 18.2. However, the hardware itself has remained the same since its launch. That is set to change with the release of AirTag 2. Also read: Portronics Fynix 30W portable Bluetooth speaker launched at Rs.2,599- All details Rumours suggest that Apple plans to launch the new AirTag model in May or June. This timeline was shared by reliable leaker Kosutami in February and was later confirmed by several industry insiders. Mark Gurman, a known Apple analyst, previously mentioned in November that the release would likely occur in the middle of the year. By January, he reported that the AirTag 2 was nearing production, which signals that the device's release is imminent. Also read: How to use ChatGPT to colourise old black-and-white images: Step-by-step guide AirTag 2: What to Expect While there has been no confirmation that the AirTag 2 will undergo significant design changes, it's expected to retain the compact, circular shape of the original model. Some users have called for physical adjustments, such as a keyhole or a flatter design, but these ideas have not been confirmed. Also read: PlayStation 6: What to expect, pricing, my feature wishlist However, the AirTag 2 will likely offer some key improvements. It is expected to feature a better range, an upgraded wireless chip, and enhanced privacy features to address concerns about its use as a stalking tool. Apple has made adjustments in the past to protect users, such as adding sound alerts when the AirTag is not near its registered owner. Yet, previous models had a removable speaker, which allowed for easy tampering. The updated model may include a more secure, tamper-resistant speaker and may incorporate it with more advanced features. First Published Date: 22 Apr, 11:55 IST
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Yahoo
Apple AirPods Pro 3 Rumored Release Date: These Are the Improvements I Want to See
Apple typically updates one of its AirPods models every year in some fashion. Last year, we got the all-new AirPods 4" target="_blank and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Canceling" target="_blank and a minor update to the AirPods Max, which added USB-C charging. Rumor has it the AirPods Pro is next in line for an upgrade, with the third-generation AirPods Pro 3 set to be unveiled sometime in 2025. Whether that will actually happen is anybody's guess -- after all, we didn't get a real next-gen AirPods Max last year when a lot of people thought we would -- but here's a look at the latest AirPods Pro 3 rumors and what improvements I'd like to see. Read more: Best wireless earbuds of 2025" target="_blank MacOS Rumors recently spotted a post on X from a tipster called Kosutami who said Apple was planning to launch the AirPods Pro 3 and AirTag 2 in May or June of this year. That seems unlikely, given that Apple has previously launched next-generation AirPods alongside new iPhones in the fall. One exception was the AirPods Max, which was announced on Dec. 8, 2020, or about six weeks after the iPhone 12 was released. While anything is possible, it seems more likely that the AirPods Pro 3 will arrive at the same time as the iPhone 17 in September. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who's usually a more reliable Apple whisperer, has said the AirPods Pro 3 will have a new design and feature heart-rate monitoring like Apple's new Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 -- but they're still months away from being launched. With the Powerbeats Pro 2 getting the aforementioned heart-rate sensors, it now seems more likely that the AirPods Pro 3 will get them, too. I'm not sure how useful that feature is, especially if you already own an Apple Watch. However, Apple likely has grander plans for its buds' heart-rate monitoring and is still fleshing everything out, using the Powerbeats Pro 2 as a bit of a guinea pig. Several tech outlets picked up on another Gurman report mentioning the possibility of temperature sensors and other physiological measurements coming to the AirPods. Both he and Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also reported that Apple was working on adding infrared cameras to future AirPods. Kuo's report suggested that the IR cameras could be used for everything including in-air hand gesture detection, enhancing spatial audio or detecting environmental changes for software, including Apple Intelligence. Don't expect to see any of that camera tech in the AirPods Pro 3, but maybe the AirPods Pro 4 will get it. The rumored feature I find most intriguing is an interactive touch display in the AirPods Pro 3's charging case that acts as a remote control. With Apple filing a patent for it back in 2022, the rumor has been kicking around for a while, and several AirPods knockoffs with touchscreens have shown up on Amazon in recent months. Also, last year JBL released three new Live 3 earbuds, including the Live Beam 3, as a follow-up to 2023's Tour Pro 2 earbuds, which featured a color touchscreen in their case. All the new Live 3 models feature a 1.5-inch LED touch display in their charging cases, so the feature appears in competing earbuds. I don't know what the odds are that the AirPods Pro 3 will get a charging case with a touchscreen, but some changes to the charging case are likely, with some saying the case may shrink a bit. If nothing else, the physical Bluetooth pairing and reset button should get swapped out for a hidden touch-capacitive "button" like the one found in the AirPods 4's case. Given that Apple made two versions of the AirPods 4, I could see it making two versions of the AirPods Pro 3 -- a more premium model with some extra features like a touchscreen in the charging case and a step-down version that cuts them out. The AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4 and Powerbeats Pro 2 are all powered by Apple's H2 chip. Rumor has it that the AirPods Pro 3 could get the new H3 chip, presuming Apple sticks with its current earbuds/headphones chip nomenclature. Adding a more powerful, energy-efficient chip along with tweaks to the design of the buds' acoustic architecture and microphones could lead to several performance improvements, including enhanced sound quality, upgraded active noise canceling and better voice-calling performance. We could also see slightly better battery life. I don't expect a huge jump in performance, but the AirPods Pro 3 could sound a little clearer with better bass definition than their predecessor. Their noise canceling may be more proficient and able to muffle a wider range of frequencies. Also, when it comes to voice calling, the buds will likely do an even better job of picking up your voice while reducing background noise. The AirPods Pro 2 and Powerbeats Pro 2 are ultralow-latency and can even do lossless audio when paired with Apple's pricey Vision Pro headset. From what I've been told, the reason the AirPods Pro 2 and Powerbeats Pro 2 are able to do true lossless audio with the Vision Pro headset is that the buds and headset sit only a few inches apart, making for an extremely short wireless connection that can reliably transmit lossless audio. There's been talk of Apple coming up with a solution to bring lossless audio to next-gen AirPods when paired with your iPhone. I hope the AirPods Pro 3 has a lossless audio option when connected to the latest iPhones, iPads and Macs, but I'm not counting on it. I don't care too much about some of these rumored extra features, like heart-rate monitoring and temperature sensing. I'm more excited about any enhancements to the buds' design and performance upgrades across the board. I've previously written about how I'd like to see all new AirPods get a case that turns into a Bluetooth transmitter to wirelessly stream the audio from inflight entertainment to the buds. A few true wireless earbuds, including the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 and Elite 10 Gen 2, Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 and Poly Voyager Free 60 Plus, have charging cases that act as Bluetooth transmitters. With the included cable, you simply connect the case to the 3.5mm port in your seat's console or armrest and you're good to go. I don't expect the AirPods Pro 3 will get this feature, but I sure wish they would. I'd also like to see Apple add a set of extra large eartips. I barely get a tight seal with the AirPods Pro 2's current large tips and could really use an XL tip for my left ear, which is slightly different from my right (I have tested a variety of third-party foam tips). When Apple released the AirPods Pro 2, it added a fourth extra small ear tip for those with smaller ears. The challenge to adding a fifth XL tip is that the charging case would have to be able to accommodate a slightly larger ear tip. Since getting a tight seal is so important for optimizing sound quality and noise-canceling performance, it would behoove Apple to offer that fifth XL tip for those who require bigger eartips for that reason. Read more: The One Feature I Wish Apple Would Add to All New AirPods
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Yahoo
AirTag 2 或於今年 5、6 月發表，智能家居新品也「近在咫尺」
根據之前的流言，Apple 可能會在「大約 2025 年中」發表 AirTag 2。如今 X 用戶 Kosutami 給出了更具體的時間，根據其說法新 AirTag 2 將在今年 5、6 月到來。相比前代，新品會升級無線晶片，追蹤精度和可用範圍均有所提升。同時 Apple 還會加強隱私保護，新 AirTag 的警報聲更響，而且內建的喇叭更不易被拆除。 Guess what, home accessories is knocking your door! And you can hear from next generation AirPods Pro! — Kosutami (@Kosutami_Ito) February 24, 2025 此外 Kosutami 在 X 文裡還提到 Apple 的智能家居新品也「近在咫尺」，這指的估計就是帶螢幕的 HomePod。後續預計還有跟新一代 AirPods Pro 有關的消息，但這條產品線一般都要等 Q3 才會更新。 更多內容： 傳 AirTag 2「大約 2025 年中」發表，追蹤精度、範圍提升且會加強隱私保護 緊貼最新科技資訊、網購優惠，追隨 Yahoo Tech 各大社交平台！ 🎉📱 Tech Facebook： 🎉📱 Tech Instagram： 🎉📱 Tech WhatsApp 社群： 🎉📱 Tech WhatsApp 頻道： 🎉📱 Tech Telegram 頻道：
