Apple: iOS 26 leak reveals new a AirTag is on the way – here are 4 upgrades to expect

**Apple’s Upcoming AirTag 2 and HomePod Mini 2 Revealed in iOS 26 Leak**

A leaked internal build of iOS 26 has uncovered details about two upcoming Apple products: the AirTag 2 and a refreshed HomePod mini.

The AirTag 2 is expected to introduce several key improvements, including "Improved Moving," a feature designed to enhance real-time tracking accuracy, addressing a current limitation when the device is in motion. Another update aims to refine tracking in crowded areas, where Bluetooth congestion can reduce reliability—though specifics on the implementation remain unclear. Additional refinements include enhanced Precision Finding, potentially leveraging new hardware with an Ultra Wideband chip, as well as a simplified pairing process and detailed battery level reporting.

Separately, the HomePod mini 2 is set to receive a hardware upgrade, featuring an S10 chip—the same processor used in the Apple Watch Series 11—which promises faster performance and improved wireless reliability. However, the update appears to be a modest spec bump, with no indication of Apple Intelligence support.

Based on the iOS 26 code, the AirTag 2 is likely to debut in the first half of 2026, aligning with the expected release timeline of iOS 26 before iOS 27’s summer announcement. No release window was specified for the HomePod mini 2. The leak, sourced by Macworld, provides the clearest look yet at Apple’s plans for these devices.

Source: https://www.techradar.com/phones/phone-accessories/ios-26-leak-reveals-new-a-airtag-is-on-the-way-here-are-4-upgrades-to-expect

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