Episode 299, Apple introduces AirTag with expanded connectivity range and improved findability

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This episode discusses the new features and improvements of the next generation of AirTag introduced by Apple.

In this episode, we will be talking about the next generation of AirTag — the bestselling item finder — is even easier to locate with more powerful Precision Finding, a longer Bluetooth range, and a louder speaker. Apple unveiled the new AirPods Jan 26, a powerful accessory that helps users keep track of and find the items that matter most with Apple’s Find My app — now with an expanded finding range and a louder speaker. A side-by-side comparison of the first-and-second generation of AirTags. The next generation of AirTag — the bestselling item finder — is even easier to locate with more powerful Precision Finding, a longer Bluetooth range, and a louder speaker. (Courtesy of Apple Inc.) Powered by the strength of the Find My network, AirTag allows users to keep tabs on their belongings every single day, from keys and wallets to backpacks, luggage, and more. Precision Finding guides users through haptic, visual, and audio feedback to their lost items from up to 50 percent farther away than the previous generation, and an updated Bluetooth chip expands the range at which items can be located. The new AirTag incorporates a suite of industry-first protections against unwanted…

People in this episode

Host: Mac Minutes

Topics covered

• Apple
• AirTag
• technology
• Bluetooth
• item finder
• Precision Finding

Keywords

• AirTag
• Apple
• Precision Finding
• Bluetooth range
• item finder
• Find My app
• tracking

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Apple Inc., Find My

Products: AirTag, AirPods