Xiaomi is quietly preparing its own answer to Apple’s AirTag and similar item trackers. Last month, a report suggested that a product called the Xiaomi Tag was in development. Now, fresh details from a reliable source add more weight to that claim.
Well-known leaker Kacper Skrzypek shared on X that he discovered references to the Xiaomi Tag hidden inside HyperOS system files.
Based on what he found, Xiaomi’s tracker may debut first in mainland China, rather than launching globally right away. Not as surprising, as Xiaomi often rolls out new hardware in its home market before expanding elsewhere.
According to Skrzypek, the Xiaomi Tag will look similar to Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag 2. It’s also expected to come in two different versions.
One model will support Ultra-Wideband (UWB), which allows for more precise location tracking at close range, while the other will rely only on Bluetooth. Both versions are said to use CR2032 coin cell batteries for power.
Here’s what Xiaomi Tag looks like
The leaker also shared a product rendering image, which gives a rough idea of the design Xiaomi may be going for. While the image doesn’t confirm final hardware details, it suggests Xiaomi is sticking with a clean, functional look rather than trying something radically different.
More clues come from strings of code found in HyperOS, which hint at how the Xiaomi Tag will work in everyday use.
Users should be able to pair the tag by simply peeling off an insulating sticker on the back and bringing the tag close to their phone for automatic pairing. Once set up, you should see the tag’s location on a map, get notifications when an item is lost, and manage safety features. One such feature allows trusted users to avoid triggering “unknown tracker” alerts when traveling together.
For now, Xiaomi hasn’t officially confirmed the product.
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