Updated
Updated · CNET · Apr 24
Author upgrades four first-generation AirTags to second-generation Apple AirTags for key items
Updated
Updated · CNET · Apr 24

Author upgrades four first-generation AirTags to second-generation Apple AirTags for key items

12 articles · Updated · CNET · Apr 24
  • The author chose to upgrade AirTags for keys, backpack, glasses case, and camera bag after evaluating new features like expanded range and Apple Watch compatibility.
  • Second-generation AirTags offer a louder speaker and improved Precision Finding, making it easier to locate important items. The upgrade was prompted by a positive review and personal reliance on AirTags.
  • First-generation AirTags remain in use for less critical items, such as coats and travel bags, while alternatives are considered for wallets. The author highlights practical considerations for choosing which items to upgrade.
With 55 million sold, how has the AirTag changed our relationship with personal items?
Is the AirTag 2's louder speaker and longer range really worth the upgrade price?
Are AirTag upgrades just another way Apple locks users into its ecosystem?
Do the AirTag 2's enhanced tracking features introduce new privacy or stalking risks?
How does Apple’s new U2 chip stack up against rivals like Tile and Samsung?
Why are AirTags still not the best solution for recovering stolen items or pets?