(DCWatchdog.com) – In a new development that travelers should be aware of before they fly, Apple’s latest technology promises to tackle their worst nightmare: losing luggage.
See a photo of Apple’s AirTags in the tweet below!
The new “Share Item Location” feature designed for AirTags is set to revolutionize how we tackle lost baggage, making travel less stressful and more efficient for millions of Americans.
This innovation holds the potential to impact airlines and passengers who are weary of mishandled bags.
Apple announced that their upcoming feature in iOS 18.2 will allow AirTag users to share location information for lost luggage directly with third parties, including major airlines like Delta, United, British Airways, and Air Canada.
The precision of Apple’s Find My network, paired with the trusted AirTag, provides a robust solution when bags are misplaced or mishandled during travel.
As the post-pandemic travel industry sees a resurgence, lost luggage incidents have been on the rise, causing inconvenience to travelers.
Apple aims to reduce such setbacks with this innovative feature, which is currently available in the iOS 18.2 public beta and expected to launch by December.
This shows Apple’s commitment to elevating user experience by solving everyday challenges.
“Find My is an essential tool for users around the world to keep track of and find their belongings,” said Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of services.
“With Share Item Location, we’re excited to give users a new way to easily share this information directly with third parties like airlines, all while protecting their privacy,” he added, cited by USA Today.
The “Share Item Location” functionality allows travelers to use the Find My app to generate a tracking link.
Trusted partners can view this on an interactive map, making it easier to locate lost items.
However, Apple ensures that access to these tracking links is limited to a small number of authenticated individuals.
Privacy policies are strictly observed to protect user data from misuse.
United Airlines plans to initially integrate this feature at select airports, aiming for a full rollout by early 2025.
Major airlines stand to benefit greatly from this partnership, as it could not only improve customer service but significantly reduce the cost of luggage recovery operations.
This collaboration aims to bolster airline efficiency and traveler peace of mind.
“When my luggage got left behind in LAX, I didn’t see it for three days,” shared Mark, a frequent traveler.
“I felt like I knew where it was because of my AirTag, but the airline’s response was ‘It’s in our system now.’ It was frustrating,” he added.
Such experiences underscore the importance of Apple’s newfound collaboration with the airline industry.
Apple is making it easier to find your lost luggage by letting you share AirTag tracking info with airlines https://t.co/zuoH96yApK
— Business Insider (@BusinessInsider) November 12, 2024
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