Apple recently announced AirTag 2 in India on January 25, 2026, making it easier for users to keep track of their valuables like keys, bags, and luggage.
Although the price is the same, it now offers a better range and sound for users who often misplace items or who want to track their luggage when travelling.
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What New Features Does AirTag 2 Have?
The new second-gen Ultra Wideband chip helps in enhancing precision finding by 50% compared to the previous generation Apple AirTag. This makes it ideal for finding valuables at busy places like airports.
As with previous AirTags, here too your iPhone will display arrows, vibrations, and distance on the screen to guide you to the item, both indoors and outdoors.
Furthermore, if you are an Apple Watch Series 9 or Watch Ultra 2 user, you can easily track items from your wrist while commuting or jogging. It offers stronger Bluetooth, and this will help you find items in busy areas.
Louder Alerts and Design Fit
Apple claims that this time the speakers are 50% louder than the previous ones, which will be definitely be more audible compared to the present sound level, helping in crowded areas like markets.
Other than that, it helps you quickly recover keys under car seats. The design matches the first-generation object tracker, so your existing cases or loops will work without issues.
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Safety and Smart Sharing
For safety, Anti-stalking features provide alerts through apps and notify you of unknown AirTags nearby.
Plus, now you can reset an AirTag by removing the battery four times.
Additionally, the new “Share Object Location” lets you ping live spots for lost luggage. Apple allows you to display a phone number or email through the Lost Mode.
India Launch Details
The sales of the AirTag 2 begin on January 26, 2026, via Apple’s official website and Apple Store app. For the offline buyers, you can visit the Apple Store and some authorised dealers like Reliance Digital from January 28.
For the pricing, the single pack costs INR 3,790, and for the four-pack, it costs INR 12,900.
Apple’s AirTag 2 is compatible with iOS 26.2.1 or later, and requires a UWB-compatible iPhone for precision finding. Battery life is also longer this time, with a single CR2032 battery lasting over a year. Plus, the IP67 rating ensures durability in rain and dust.
Apple AirTag 2: FAQs
What new features does AirTag 2 have?
New AirTag 2 features include a 50% increase in sound for better notifications and tracking.
How does Apple AirTag 2 improve tracking?
The Apple AirTag 2 helps in tracking via Apple’s Find My Network, which lets you track valuables and other objects.
When will Apple AirTag 2 be released?
The Apple AirTag 2 will be released on January 26, 2026.
