On 30 September 2026, Samsung officially unveiled the Galaxy SmartTag3 — the third generation of its Bluetooth tracker. The device is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, gained iOS support, and increased its runtime on a single CR2032 battery to 550 days in normal mode.
Compared with the SmartTag2, the new model is 35 % smaller in volume and 33 % lighter. The built-in key ring is gone — attaching it to a keychain or backpack now requires separate silicone or loop cases. The body retains IP67 dust and water protection. The button on the tracker still lets you trigger SmartThings scenes.
The main innovation is cross-platform compatibility. Through the SmartThings Find app, iPhone owners (iOS 17 and newer) can check location, share it, and use nearby search. The full-fledged Compass View, Ring Phone, and Left Behind Alert features are unavailable on iOS. On Galaxy devices, Compass View with Bluetooth 6.0 Channel Sounding works at a distance of up to 60 metres — three times farther than before. Beyond line of sight, the Galaxy Find Network of more than 900 million devices helps.
Battery life has grown: Samsung claims up to 550 days of normal operation and up to 790 days in power-saving mode. These figures come from the company's laboratory tests. The NFC Lost Mode lets the owner be found via contacts if someone discovers the lost tracker. The device is available in black and white.
The price in the US is 29,99 dollars for a single tracker and 99,99 dollars for a four-pack. In South Korea, sales start on 7 October 2026, in the US in early November, and in other regions in 2027. Competitors AirTag and Pixel Tag cost roughly the same, but the SmartTag3 beats them on battery life and cross-platform support, though it falls short in the completeness of features on iOS.
The Galaxy SmartTag3 is worth considering for those looking for a durable tracker for a mixed Android and iOS ecosystem and willing to buy a case for attachment.
