Update on Moto Tag app: Widespread installation of Ultra Wideband (UWB) firmware takes place
Motorola and Google Enhance Moto Tag Ecosystem with UWB and Improved Battery Monitoring
In a significant development for lost item trackers, Motorola and Google have rolled out updates for the Moto Tag and the Google Find Hub app. The updates bring Ultra-Wideband (UWB) support and improved battery monitoring to the Moto Tag, offering Android users cutting-edge precision tracking and more accurate battery status reporting.
New Features and Compatibility
The Moto Tag firmware update takes users from version 2.0.69 to 2.0.104, introducing UWB support for precise, short-range location tracking (up to ~50 meters) beyond Bluetooth capabilities. This technology uses Time of Flight (ToF) and Time Difference of Arrival (TDoA) for high positional accuracy.
The update is compatible with a range of devices, including the Google Pixel 6 to Pixel 9 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Ultra/Plus series phones, and more.
In addition to UWB support, the updates have also improved battery monitoring, offering more reliable and timely information to users.
Rollout and Availability
The update started rolling out to a limited group in June 2025 but became widely available in August 2025. Users can update the Moto Tag app via the Google Play Store and then get prompted to upgrade each Moto Tag’s firmware individually.
Functionality in the Find Hub App
After updates, the Find Hub app displays the precise distance from your phone to the Moto Tag using UWB’s spatial capabilities. The UWB feature also offers directional guidance by having users hold their phone upright and follow an on-screen arrow to the tagged item.
Additional Details
- The Moto Tag update with UWB nearby finding is now widely available, starting a month later than Google's initial announcement.
- The Moto Tag update is a 0.49 MB file.
- It is important to ensure that the Google app is also up-to-date.
- The Moto Tag uses ultra-wideband (UWB) technology for nearby finding.
- The update changelog includes "UWB update" and "Battery monitoring improvement."
- The Moto Tag update takes less than a minute to download and transfer.
- After the update, your Moto Tag will proceed to install and reconnect after a few seconds.
- The update prompts users about updating their Moto Tag software.
- The Moto Tag is a device by Motorola.
Pricing and Availability
Amazon sells a 4-pack of Moto Tags for $99 and a 1-pack for $30.39. These updates mark a significant step forward in lost item tracking technology, making it easier and more accurate than ever before for Android users to keep track of their belongings.
- The updated Moto Tag, now compatible with various smartphones, not only leverages Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology for precise location tracking but also improves battery monitoring for better user experience, showcasing the integration of advanced technology in everyday gadgets.
- With the integration of UWB technology and enhanced battery monitoring, the Moto Tag (by Motorola) has transformed into a smart-home device that offers cutting-edge precision tracking and seamless integration with devices like the Google Pixel series, demonstrating how technology integration can make everyday items smarter.
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