Apple's AirTag 2 launched five years after the original, bringing several notable improvements to the popular tracking device. The new model features a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip that extends Precision Finding range by 1.5x, allowing users to locate items from farther away. This enhancement requires an iPhone that supports the extended range functionality.

Beyond tracking improvements, AirTag 2 includes an upgraded Bluetooth chip for better connectivity, though Apple hasn't specified exact range improvements. The device also boasts a 50% louder speaker, making it audible from up to twice the distance of the original. These audio upgrades should significantly help users locate lost items more easily.

The new AirTag incorporates enhanced privacy protections, including cross-platform alerts and frequently changing Bluetooth identifiers, addressing concerns about unwanted tracking that plagued the original model. Despite these upgrades, battery life remains unchanged at over a year, and the design, size, and $29 price point stay consistent with the previous version.