Apple Releases Firmware Update for AirTags

[MacRumors]

Apple today released a new firmware update designed for its AirTag item trackers, with the firmware featuring an updated build number of 2A24e, up from the 1A301 firmware that was released back in April.

Apple does not provide release notes for AirTag updates, so we do not know what's new in this update.

It is not possible to force an AirTag update, as it's something that's done over-the-air through a connected iPhone. To make sure the update happens, you can put your AirTag in range of your ‌iPhone‌, but you have to wait for the firmware to roll out to your device. You can check your current AirTag firmware version through the Find My app, with instructions available in our how to.

Apple will provide this firmware on a rolling basis, seeding it out to AirTag owners starting today and through December 1. This staggered release timeline allows Apple to make sure the firmware update is working as intended before it is provided to all users.

Article Link: Apple Releases Firmware Update for AirTags

 

[russell_314]

It’s amazing that Apple knows exactly what it’s customers want. New AirTag firmware was number one on my list 😂

 

[johnalan]

Feels Airier.

 

[nutmac]

Please let it be the framework that would eventually enable Family Sharing.

 

[Daws]

I am anxiously waiting for the Polishing Cloth firmware update.

 

[Ken Linger]

I am anxiously waiting for the Polishing Cloth firmware update.

I'm probably breaking an NDA but it's in beta.

 

[Stuipdboy1000]

Probably addressing some of the things mentioned towards the bottom of this press release.

An update on AirTag and unwanted tracking

Apple announced it has identified even more ways to update AirTag safety warnings and help guard against unwanted tracking of people and property.

www.apple.com

 

[jazz1]

So what is the firmware number that identifies the new firmware release number?

 

[jazz1]

I am anxiously waiting for the Polishing Cloth firmware update.

The Pro or the Pro Max version?

 

[Stuipdboy1000]

Apple does not provide release notes for AirTag updates, so we do not know what's new in this update.

What’s new in firmware updates for AirTag - Apple Support

Learn about changes and features included in the firmware updates for your AirTag.

support.apple.com

 

[Kar98]

The MagSafe charger firmware update from a couple of months finally showed up on mine.

 

[dotnet]

Matter support?

 

[macmac30]

All 4 of mine are on 1.0.301 firmware which I assume is older than 1.A.301? Or is that a typo in the article? My AirTags have been in range of my iPhone for several months…

 

[dlopan]

1.0.301 is almost the latest and greatest

 

[BigBlur]

All 4 of mine are on 1.0.301 firmware which I assume is older than 1.A.301? Or is that a typo in the article? My AirTags have been in range of my iPhone for several months…

1A301 is the build number, and 1.0.301 is the version number. You have the update that was released in April. Build 2A24e is version 2.0.24.

 

[Crowbot]

But will it run Safari faster?

 

[Devin Breeding]

But will it run Safari faster?

No but doom works great.

 

[Silverado]

How silly are these “news articles” about updates of air tags and MagSafe chargers.

 

[JapanApple]

updated 5 wonderful!

 

[Saludos]

Much snappier now

 

[locovaca]

Still no stage manager support

 

[SAIRUS]

The firmware adds support for lanyard…a digital one of course…which is an in app purchase.

 

[Aston441]

Interesting that both my airtags threw a low battery warning today. Related? I have no idea.

 

[Aston441]

The firmware adds support for lanyard…a digital one of course…which is an in app purchase.

WTF is a digital lanyard?

 

[Derfymer]

WTF is a digital lanyard?

You don’t have a digital lanyard? You have to get one for every Airtag they’re great and sell out fast.