Apple has quietly introduced a second-generation AirTag, though the naming convention might leave shoppers confused. While Apple refers to the new model as AirTag (2nd Generation) or simply AirTag, there's a simple way to distinguish between the original and the updated version just by examining the hardware.

Unlike the first-generation AirTag, which features mixed case text on the back, the new AirTag displays all text in ALL CAPS. The original AirTag's rear etching reads: AirTag / Designed by Apple in California / Assembled in China / Bluetooth LE / Ultra Wideband. The second-generation model adds FIND MY / NFC / IP67 / APPLE INC to the etching while maintaining the ALL CAPS format throughout.

For consumers shopping for the latest tracking device, this visual cue provides an easy way to verify which model they're purchasing. The second-generation AirTag retails for $29, the same price as the original, making the etching check particularly important when comparing prices between retailers. This subtle but important change helps Apple differentiate between generations without altering the product's exterior design.