Rumors that Apple is working on the so-called AirTags have been circulating since 2019. The small trackers have been spotted in iOS code several times over the years. Now, reports say Samsung is working on an AirTag rival called the "Galaxy Smart Tag."
When will Apple introduce the AirTags? Fans have been asking this question for months. The small trackers keep appearing in the iOS code. Reports from anonymous sources and patents are fueling the rumors. But so far, Apple has held back the brand-new accessory. The reasons can only be speculated. Now, South Korean rival Samsung is stepping in. The company is reportedly developing a tracker called the "Galaxy Smart Tag" that is intended to be a rival. In August, alongside the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20, the South Korean company explained how Samsung's SmartThings Find feature can locate compatible Galaxy products with greater accuracy. It is now alleged that Samsung is using this software for a tag-like item tracker.
AirTags vs. Galaxy Smart Tags
The Platform SamMobile discovered a new device called "Galaxy Smart Tag" with the model number EI-T5300 in Indonesian telecom certification documents. Based on the name, the product is expected to integrate with Samsung's SmartThings Find feature and offer location tracking. SamMobile suggests that Samsung may be trying to base its tracker on ultra-wideband technology. Rumors suggest AirTags will be based on the U1 ultra-wideband chip, which Apple reportedly plans to make the foundation of its ecosystem. If the information is correct and Samsung does indeed introduce an AirTag rival, things should certainly get interesting. Want to learn more about AirTags? Then check out our comprehensive summary on the topic It explains how the small trackers work based on leaked material. (Image: via Jon Prosser)
