Samsung rumored to be developing a new smart tag

The rumored Galaxy Smart Tag could include SmartThings software.

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Dec. 1, 2020 2:42 p.m. PT

samsung-smartthings-2018 — Samsung could be incorporating SmartThings into a new tracking tag.
Juan Garzón / CNET

Samsung could be working on a new Tile-style tracking tag, according to a report by SamMobile. A filing has been certified by the Indonesian Telecom Certification for a device the tech giant is exploring called the Galaxy Smart Tag, the Monday report said.

Samsung's SmartThings finder already helps people locate and keep track of their nearby devices and an LTE tracker was launched by the company a couple of years ago. Samsung could be combining SmartThings inside a physical tracking tag this time.

Apple has yet to unveil its long-rumored AirTags.

Samsung didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.

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