iFixIt tears down new AirTag, finds 50% louder speaker still 100% easy to disable
Summary
iFixit has conducted a detailed teardown of the newly released Apple AirTag, revealing insights into its design and components. This analysis continues the tradition of examining new Apple products, providing tech enthusiasts with valuable information about the device's inner workings.
Key Insights
How easy is it to disable the speaker in the new AirTag despite its louder volume?
The new AirTag features a 50% louder speaker, but iFixit demonstrates that it remains 100% easy to disable by drilling directly into the speaker, avoiding damage to other components like chips or antennas.
What does the iFixit teardown reveal about the new AirTag's design changes?
The teardown highlights a 50% louder speaker using the plastic dome as a diaphragm, a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, and confirms the speaker can still be easily disabled by drilling, similar to the original model.