Despite its controversial use, Apple's Bluetooth tracking device AirTag has been a successful product in the market. According to a recent report, Apple shipped millions of AirTags and it continues to grow gradually. If things go this way, the Cupertino giant could soon develop the second generation of the device. Check out the details below!
Apple may develop a second-generation model as AirTag shipments continue to increase
Well-respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says AirTag shipments have gradually increased since the device was released. According to the analyst, Apple shipped almost 20 million units of AirTag in 2021 and about 35 million units in 2022.
To recall, after much anticipation, Apple released its very own Tile competitor in the form of AirTag last year. Although the device faced several backlash due to its privacy-violating features, Apple took the same and fixed most of the issues with anti-stalking features on iOS and even a dedicated Android app to detect and disable unwanted AirTags.
Additionally, Kuo said that if AirTag shipments continue to grow like this, Apple could soon begin working on the second-generation AirTag. You can check out Kuo's latest tweet regarding the report attached below. AirTag, which has not received much attention, has gradually grown in shipments since its launch. AirTag shipping estimates reach about 20 million and 35 million units in 2021 and 2022, respectively. If AirTag shipments continue to grow, I believe Apple will develop the second generation.— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) June 19, 2022
