Apple is always innovating and two of the most exciting products on the horizon are the AirTag 2 and the M4 MacBook Air. Here’s what to expect from these two big ones.
AirTag 2: Smarter, Safer Tracking
The AirTag 2, Apple’s next-gen tracking device, will build upon the already great first-gen with:
- More Precise with U2 Chip: AirTag 2 will have the U2 ultra-wideband chip from the iPhone 15 series. This will be a huge improvement in location accuracy so you can find your lost items with precision.
- Better Connectivity: Updated Bluetooth will give you stronger and more reliable connections between your AirTag and Apple devices.
- Safer Features: Apple is addressing security concerns by making the speaker tamper-proof. This will prevent someone from removing the speaker which will alert you if an AirTag is tracking you without your consent.
- Slimmer Design: It will be thinner too, addressing the bulkiness of the original AirTag. This will make it more portable and usable in wallets and other slim accessories.
- Vision Pro Compatibility: While a hardware upgrade, AirTag 2 might integrate with Apple’s Vision Pro headset for a more immersive mixed-reality tracking experience to find items in augmented spaces.
AirTag 2 is rumored to arrive by mid-2025 for the same price as the original, around $29 each.
M4 MacBook Air: Speed and Portability
The M4 MacBook Air is coming in early 2025. Here’s what to expect:
- M4 Chip Performance: The M4 chip, based on Apple’s latest silicon, will bring big performance boosts especially for AI and machine learning tasks. Neural Engine can handle up to 38 trillion operations per second making M4 Air a productivity beast.
- Memory and Storage: 16GB of RAM will be standard and up to 2TB of storage for those who need more.
- Battery Life: The M4 MacBook Air will be more power efficient so you can use it for longer even under heavy usage.
- Camera and Display: The 12MP Center Stage camera will be better for video calls and a nano-texture display option will make the screen clearer and less glare.
Also Read: Apple iPhone 17 Air: The Slimmest Smartphone with Flagship Performance
Design Continuity Internally upgraded but will have the same design as the previous models. 13-inch and 15-inch sizes. The base model will still be $1,099.
Release Timing and Expectations
So when will these new goodies drop? Both the AirTag and M4 MacBook Air are expected in the first half of 2025, with some sources saying early 2025 for the MacBook Air. 1 Apple likes to keep things close to the vest so exact dates are tough to pin down. But the tech community is getting excited and these could be right around the corner.
Note Apple has a history of releasing multiple products at once so it wouldn’t be surprising to see these two drop at the same time. This way Apple fans can upgrade their entire ecosystem with the latest and greatest all at once.
Why These Matter
Both the AirTag 2 and M4 MacBook Air show Apple’s focus on combining user convenience with technology. AirTag 2 addresses privacy concerns while improving functionality so it’s a more reliable and secure tracker. The M4 MacBook Air continues Apple’s tradition of making powerful, lightweight laptops for professionals, students, and casual users.
Both the new AirTag and MacBook Air reflect Apple’s refinement of user experiences. The new AirTag will have more security and usability for the privacy-minded. M4 MacBook Air’s improvements make it perfect for professionals, students, and casual users looking for a balance of power and portability.
AirTag 2 and M4 MacBook Air will change their spaces. Whether you want to track your stuff or upgrade your computing life these are worth a look as Apple sets the bar.
