Apple’s New AirTag Is Louder And Can Be Found Across Longer Distances
Apple’s new AirTag 2 offers louder alerts, 50% more range, and smarter tracking with U2 chip precision.
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Apple’s New AirTag Is Louder And Can Be Found Across Longer Distances
AirTag 2 Is Louder, Smarter, and Finds Lost Items Faster Apple just dropped a major upgrade to its popular item tracker—and it’s not just a minor refresh. The new AirTag 2 is significantly louder, reaches farther, and leverages Apple’s latest Ultra Wideband technology to help you find lost keys, luggage, or gear faster than ever. If you’ve ever frantically circled your driveway at 7 a.m. trying to hear a faint beep from your original AirTag, this update is for you. Credit: Apple Announced on January 26, 2026, the second-generation AirTag brings three key improvements: a speaker that’s 50% louder, Bluetooth range extended by up to 50%, and enhanced Precision Finding powered by Apple’s second-gen Ultra Wideband (U2) chip. All this while keeping the same $29 price for a single unit—or $99 for a four-pack, including free engraving. A Much Louder Beep Means Less Searching in Silence One of the biggest pain points with the original AirTag was volume. In noisy environments—like a crowded airport …