Apple is rumored to launch the AirTag 2 next year with an upgraded ultrawide-band chip with a significant boost in range.
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Motorola has officially launched its Apple AirTags competitor, the Moto Tag, which works with Android, and the new Google Find My Device network. It features Bluetooth and UWB for precision tracking.
Apple unveiled its hands-free unlocking feature for the Home app, which will be a part of iOS 18. It's reported that there are no smart locks on the market right now that can support the feature.
Google is reportedly prepping ultra-wideband (UWB) tech for Chromebooks. A few use cases for the technology are being tested but it could be a while before the first device appears.
Google's Pixel Watch 2 is expected to come with a UWB chip. Other upgrades include a Snapdragon W5 chip, a bigger battery, and a Samsung OLED display. It could be launched with the Pixel 8 lineup.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said Apple is likely to add an upgraded UWB chip to the iPhone 15, releasing this year. This will be an attempt to build a competitive ecosystem around the Vision Pro headset.
Samsung Electronics today announced its first ultra-wideband chip for mobile and automotive devices. Called Exynos Connect U100, the processor promises single-digit centimeter accuracy.
Note20 Ultra's FCC filings hint that the device could sport an Ultra Wideband chip to enable precise, indoor location tracking, spatial awareness, and fast file-sharing with other Galaxy devices.
