Galaxy SmartTag 3 leaks: Samsung's redesign might not be better than the last

Galaxy SmartTag 3 leaks: Samsung's redesign might not be better than the last <article> <h2 id="what-you-need-to-know-2">What you need to know</h2><ul><li>Galaxy SmartTag 3 rumors continue, suggesting Samsung could redesign the little tracker into a squircle shape, like the Galaxy Watch 8 and 9.</li><li>The tracker is reportedly arriving in white and black; however, Samsung has removed the built-in loop, meaning consumers may have to shell out more cash for a case with a loop.</li><li>Recent rumors suggested the SmartTag 3 could debut with the Galaxy S26 FE, but that never happened as the phone showed up solo late last month.</li></ul><p>Samsung's next smart tracker has been long overdue—three years, to be exact. Rumors continue in September, suggesting a reworked design is in the cards.</p><p>Alleged renderings obtained by <a href="https://sammyguru.com/exclusive-samsung-galaxy-smarttag-3-design/">SammyGuru</a> claim Samsung has redesigned the Galaxy SmartTag 3 with a familiar shape (via <a href="https://9to5google.com/2026/09/11/samsung-galaxy-smarttag-3-copies-the-worst-part-of-apples-airtag-in-leak/">9to5Google</a>). The publication mentions this, too: the SmartTag 3 might take on a squircle shape, similar to the Galaxy Watch 8 and 9 series. A thicker, colored outer portion encases a silver (metallic) center. Rumors add that the SmartTag 3 could arrive in white and black. The latter trades in a silvery metallic center for a black, almost brushed metal aesthetic.</p><p>The post highlights a few expectations, such as (improved) Bluetooth and UWB (ultra-wideband), like its previous model. What's more, the "NFC-based Lost Mode" is also suspected to continue in this next generation. The tracker's battery specifications are still unknown, but here's hoping that the SmartTag 3's longevity hasn't taken a hit.</p><p>There's no dodging the elephant in the room. While the SmartTag 3 appears to take on a squircle shape, the alleged renderings highlight that it's missing a built-in mounting solution. According to the publication, consumers might have to shell out extra cash for a "separate case with an attachment loop."</p><p>As far as pricing is concerned, the publication cites alleged "retailer listings." The SmartTag 3 could stay ~$30 in the U.S.; however, consumers in Europe might see a slight price increase of a few bucks (or... euros).</p><h2 id="this-change-is-certainly-a-choice">This change is certainly a choice</h2><figure role="gallery"><figure><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hhcUH6sBn3dTndV6wTwwQH.jpg" alt="An alleged rendering of a squircle-shaped Galaxy SmartTag 3 from Samsung in black." /><figcaption><small role="credit">SammyGuru</small></figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nvwn5JQFnaR6pmHu2HypLH.jpg" alt="An alleged rendering of a squircle-shaped Galaxy SmartTag 3 from Samsung in white." /><figcaption><small role="credit">SammyGuru</small></figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7Mah6hkrhACB5VkK93YSLH.jpg" alt="An alleged rendering of a squircle-shaped Galaxy SmartTag 3 from Samsung in white with an "extra" case that would likely feature a loop to attach it to items." /><figcaption><small role="credit">SammyGuru</small></figcaption></figure></figure><p>We've been <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/samsung-galaxy-smarttag-2-announcement">playing around and tracking</a> with the Galaxy SmartTag 2 since 2023. What's interesting is that the tracker also reworked its design from the original tag. It brought in a wider attachment loop. Consumers could get a case for it that would provide another loop (more of a keyring-style). But rumors from July finally <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/accessories/samsung-may-be-ready-to-end-the-long-wait-for-the-galaxy-smarttag-3">got us thinking about a SmartTag 3</a> after three years.</p><p>A tipster on social media claimed the next tag could debut sometime in September, alongside the Galaxy S26 FE. That <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy/samsung-galaxy-s26-fe-launch">didn't end up happening</a>. The S26 FE debuted late in August. So there's a chance we're looking at a solo launch for the SmartTag 3, or perhaps something closer to the Galaxy Tab S12 debut this year.</p> </article>