Apple Launched AirTag 5 Years Ago Today
Apple's AirTag item tracker marked its fifth anniversary on April 30, 2026, having become the best-selling tracking accessory globally since its 2021 launch. The device, which uses Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband technology to help locate lost items, has faced criticism over misuse for stalking and theft, prompting Apple to implement safety warnings and collaborate on cross-platform tracking alerts. A second-generation AirTag was released in January 2026, featuring improved range, a louder speaker, and enhanced anti-tampering design while maintaining the original price point.
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Apple Launched AirTag 5 Years Ago TodayThursday April 30, 2026 5:51 am PDT by Hartley CharltonApple's AirTag item tracker turns five years old today, with the $29 accessory having spent half a decade as the best-selling item tracker in the world. The AirTag launched on April 30, 2021, alongside the M1 iMac, a new iPad Pro, and a new Apple TV 4K. The coin-shaped accessory has a polished stainless steel back, IP67 water resistance, and a U1 Ultra Wideband chip that powers Precision Finding, a feature that combines haptic, visual, and audio feedback to guide users to a lost item's precise location with the iPhone 11 and later. Setup works by bringing the tag close to an iPhone, with each AirTag appearing in the Items tab of the Find My app.
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