AirTags have been a huge hit since its release.
Kuo claims a 2nd iteration of the AirTags might be on the way
It's been over a year since Apple released the first-generation AirTag. The small and handy device assisted users in tracking their gadgets, keys, items, and luggage. However, there hasn't been much talk about AirTags recently, and some may assume that people seem to have forgotten about them. However, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the shipment of Apple AirTags has gradually increased since 2021, and Apple may launch its successor.
Apple's AirTag has had an increase in shipments ever since its release, according to the analyst. AirTag is expected to reach 20 million and 25 million units in 2021 and 2022, respectively. This means that Apple's innovative device is doing well in the market.
AirTag, which has not received much attention, has gradually grown in shipments since its release. Shipment estimations of AirTag reach about 20 mn & 35 mn units in 2021 & 2022, respectively. If AirTag shipments continue to grow, I believe Apple will develop the 2nd generation.
AirTag, which has not received much attention, has gradually grown in shipments since its release. Shipment estimations of AirTag reach about 20 mn & 35 mn units in 2021 & 2022, respectively. If AirTag shipments continue to grow, I believe Apple will develop the 2nd generation.
— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) June 19, 2022
If shipments progress at a healthy rate, the analyst believes Apple will release the second generation of the AirTag. The device could be dubbed the Apple AirTag 2nd generation, following in the footsteps of other Apple products such as the AirPods.
The second-gen AirTag may bring significant improvements, but Kuo has not disclosed any expected product features. AirTag currently works well, and while no major improvements may be required, Apple may provide several upgrades.
What will the 2nd-gen AirTag bring to the table?
Notably, 2nd generation model is expected to include numerous enhancements. However, the analyst has not disclosed any of the product's potential features. As of now, the existing AirTag model works perfectly and does not require any major improvements, though Apple may bring some improvements.
With all this said, AirTag has had its own set of problems in the past. Thieves have attempted to steal vehicles using the product. AirTags were used for other nefarious purposes. Apple might very well work on anti-tracking as well as other useful features for the second generation AirTag.
The battery and speaker of the upcoming AirTag could be improved. We may even see a design improvement, such as eliminating the need to connect the AirTag as a keychain instead of using it without a loop.
This is the first time we've heard of a possible AirTag iteration, and more details are expected in the coming months. Furthermore, the presence of AirTag is still unknown and is only speculated upon at this time. As the year progresses, Apple may provide a hint about the product's availability.
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