Apple Unveils Enhanced AirTag in India with Extended Range and Louder Speaker
Apple has officially launched an updated version of its popular AirTag item tracker in India on Monday, introducing significant improvements in finding range, sound output, and Find My integration. The new model retains the same design and pricing as its predecessor while adding support for Apple Watch and enhanced Precision Finding capabilities.
Key Upgrades: Extended Range and Enhanced Audio
The updated AirTag features Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, which enables Precision Finding to work from up to 50% farther away compared to the previous generation. This enhancement allows users to locate lost items more efficiently using on-screen directions, sound cues, and haptic feedback. Additionally, Bluetooth performance has been improved, extending the distance at which nearby Apple devices can help detect an AirTag's location.
Apple has also redesigned the internal speaker, making the new AirTag 50% louder than before. The enhanced audio output can now be heard from up to twice the distance, making it easier to find items concealed in bags, drawers, or furniture.
Apple Watch Integration and Find My Network
For the first time, Precision Finding is supported on Apple Watch. Users with an Apple Watch Series 9 or later, or Apple Watch Ultra 2 or later, can now locate their AirTag directly from their wrist, eliminating the need to rely solely on an iPhone. This integration adds a new layer of convenience for Apple ecosystem users.
The AirTag continues to work with Apple's Find My network, which utilizes nearby Apple devices to relay an item's approximate location back to its owner when it is out of direct range. Apple emphasizes that this process remains anonymous and encrypted to protect user privacy.
Share Item Location and Environmental Features
The updated AirTag supports Share Item Location, an iOS feature that allows users to temporarily share the location of a misplaced item with trusted third parties. This includes participating airlines, which can use the shared link to help locate delayed or missing luggage. Apple notes that more than 50 airlines currently support this feature, with access automatically expiring after seven days or once the item is recovered.
In terms of sustainability, Apple has maintained its commitment to environmental responsibility. The new AirTag's enclosure uses 85% recycled plastic, with recycled rare earth elements in magnets and recycled gold in circuit boards. The packaging is fully fibre-based, aligning with Apple's broader eco-friendly initiatives.
Pricing, Availability, and Compatibility
In India, pricing for the updated AirTag remains unchanged. A single AirTag is priced at ₹3,790, while a four-pack costs ₹12,900. Free personalised engraving is available through Apple's online store and app, allowing users to add a custom touch to their trackers.
The new AirTag is available for order now and will reach Apple Store locations and authorised resellers later this week. It requires iOS 26 or later, or iPadOS 26 or later, along with an Apple Account and Find My enabled for full functionality.
Conclusion
Apple's updated AirTag represents a meaningful upgrade for Indian consumers, offering enhanced locating capabilities, improved audio, and new convenience features like Apple Watch support. With its unchanged pricing and continued compatibility with existing accessories, the new AirTag is poised to remain a popular choice for tracking everyday items such as keys, bags, and luggage in the Indian market.
