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Yes. Galaxy SmartTag3 works with iPhones running iOS 17 or later through Samsung’s SmartThings app. It remains part of Samsung’s SmartThings Find and Galaxy Find ecosystem, not Apple’s Find My network. iPhone users can use supported finding and sharing functions, but several features—including Compass View, Ring Phone and Left Behind Alert—are unavailable on iOS.
What you need to use Galaxy SmartTag3 with an iPhone
- An iPhone running iOS 17 or later.
- Samsung’s SmartThings app.
Samsung describes cross-platform location checking and sharing, along with Search Nearby, for supported devices. Feature availability varies by platform and device, so iPhone compatibility does not mean every SmartTag3 feature works on iOS. See Samsung Canada’s SmartTag3 support information.
Does SmartTag3 work with Apple Find My?
No. Samsung directs SmartTag3 users to SmartThings Find and Galaxy Find; its materials do not identify SmartTag3 as an Apple Find My accessory. Apple says only certain supported third-party products can be registered to an Apple Account. For SmartTag3, look for the tag in SmartThings rather than Apple’s Find My app. See Apple’s guide to finding items and Samsung’s SmartTag3 support information.
Which SmartTag3 features are unavailable on iPhone?
- Compass View: Unavailable on iOS. Samsung describes it as a Galaxy-device feature requiring Android 12 or later and supported UWB or Bluetooth Channel Sounding hardware.
- Ring Phone: Pressing the tag button to make a phone ring is not supported on iOS.
- Notify When Left Behind: Samsung says this separation alert is unavailable on iOS.
- Some location-history features: Downloading location history and Road view are unavailable on iOS.
- Pet Care: Walking in Pet Care mode is currently unavailable on iOS.
These iOS limitations are listed in Samsung’s support information and SmartTag3 announcement. Samsung describes cross-platform support in terms of supported functions and notes that availability can vary by platform.
#1 Best Overall
- Find your things with ease: The SmartThings Find app uses Bluetooth and ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to locate and keep track of your stuff
- Water and Dust Resistant: IP67 rating offers protection against dust and water immersion between 15 cm and 1 meter for up to 30 minutes
- Compatible with Galaxy Devices Only
How remote finding works
SmartTag3 is not a standalone GPS tracker. When it is outside the direct Bluetooth range of its connected device, nearby participating Galaxy devices can detect it and help update its location on the map. Remote updates depend on nearby devices, network conditions, settings, region and surroundings; they are not a live GPS feed or guaranteed at a fixed interval. Samsung says more than 900 million participating Galaxy devices worldwide can act as finding nodes, but that network figure does not guarantee coverage in a particular place. Details are in Samsung’s announcement.
Samsung lists Bluetooth LE range of up to 120 m and Bluetooth Channel Sounding range of up to 60 m under line-of-sight conditions. Obstacles and interference can reduce range or accuracy. These are manufacturer specifications, not guaranteed real-world distances; the directional Compass View capability is not available to iPhone users. See Samsung Canada’s support information.
Rank #2
- Find your things with ease: The SmartThings Find app uses Bluetooth and ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to locate and keep track of your stuff
- Water and Dust Resistant: IP67 rating offers protection against dust and water immersion between 15 cm and 1 meter for up to 30 minutes
- Compatible with Galaxy Devices Only.
Battery, durability and safety
- Battery: A replaceable CR2032 coin cell. Samsung rates battery life at up to 550 days in standard use or up to 790 days in Power Saving Mode. These figures come from Samsung’s internal lab simulations using typical scenarios; actual life varies with use, environment, battery maker and settings. Power Saving Mode can make some functions inaccessible.
- Water and dust resistance: IP67. Samsung says this corresponds to up to 1 m of water for up to 30 minutes, advises against beach or pool use, and notes resistance may diminish over time.
- Coin-cell safety: Keep the tag and battery components away from children and pets. Swallowing a coin/button cell creates a serious risk.
These specifications and qualifications are from Samsung’s announcement and support information.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.When and where SmartTag3 is available
Samsung’s announcement says Galaxy SmartTag3 will first be available in Korea beginning October 7, 2026, followed by the U.S., with additional markets to follow in 2027. That is a launch sequence, not a confirmed date or stock status for every market or retailer. Check local availability before purchasing. Samsung also claims the tag is about 35% smaller by volume and 33% lighter than the previous generation; those are the company’s comparisons, not independent measurements. See the Samsung announcement.
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- REDESIGNED TO DO MORE: The redesigned Galaxy SmartTag2 is made so you can keep calm and keep track; Its design makes it easy for you to tag and carry your belongings
- EASY TO USE: It's IP67-rated water- and dust-resistant, activates your compatible IoT devices and stays powered for up to 500 days or even up to 40% more on Non-Power Saving Mode
- RELAX, YOU'VE GOT IT TAGGED: Simply register a new Galaxy SmartTag2 and get started right away with SmartThings Find; With its intuitive tracking experience, you now have a way to keep track of things you love right in the palm of your hand
- SEARCH NEAR WHEN IT'S NOT FAR: Lose something. Switch on Search Nearby and get guided instructions to your item's location via Compass View; If you still don't see it, just ring your Galaxy SmartTag2 to have it send out an audible signal
- Type of battery needed: replaceable CR2032 1 ea Lithium battery (not included)
Rank #4
- REDESIGNED TO DO MORE: The redesigned Galaxy SmartTag2 is made so you can keep calm and keep track¹; Its design makes it easy for you to tag and carry your belongings
- EASY TO USE: It's IP67-rated water- and dust-resistant², activates your compatible IoT devices³ and stays powered for up to 500 days⁴ or even up to 40% more on Power Saving Mode⁵
- RELAX, YOU'VE GOT IT TAGGED: Simply register a new Galaxy SmartTag2 and get started right away with SmartThings Find; With its intuitive tracking experience, you now have a way to keep track of things you love right in the palm of your hand¹
- SEARCH NEAR WHEN IT'S NOT FAR: Lose something? Switch on Search Nearby⁶ and get instructions to your item's location via Compass View⁷; If you still don't see it, just ring your Galaxy SmartTag2 to have it send out an audible signal
- TAGGED & TRENDY: Cover your Galaxy SmartTag2 with a colorful Silicone Case for protection and a smooth touch – or a Rugged Case with a non-slip pattern on the side and additional bumper on the bottom⁸; Both have a carabiner ring attachment
Rank #3
- REDESIGNED TO DO MORE: The redesigned Galaxy SmartTag2 is made so you can keep calm and keep track¹; Its design makes it easy for you to tag and carry your belongings
- EASY TO USE: It's IP67-rated water- and dust-resistant², activates your compatible IoT devices³ and stays powered for up to 500 days⁴ or even up to 40% more on Power Saving Mode⁵
- RELAX, YOU'VE GOT IT TAGGED: Simply register a new Galaxy SmartTag2 and get started right away with SmartThings Find; With its intuitive tracking experience, you now have a way to keep track of things you love right in the palm of your hand¹
- SEARCH NEAR WHEN IT'S NOT FAR: Lose something? Switch on Search Nearby⁶ and get instructions to your item's location via Compass View⁷; If you still don't see it, just ring your Galaxy SmartTag2 to have it send out an audible signal
- TAGGED & TRENDY: Cover your Galaxy SmartTag2 with a colorful Silicone Case for protection and a smooth touch – or a Rugged Case with a non-slip pattern on the side and additional bumper on the bottom⁸; Both have a carabiner ring attachment
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