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travel1 year ago•2 min saved

Apple's Find My Update Enhances Lost Luggage Tracking with Airlines

Airlines may soon find it easier to track lost luggage as Apple is reportedly testing a new feature in its iOS that allows third-party access to AirTag tracking information. This could enable airport and airline staff to locate bags in real-time, potentially improving recovery rates. The feature, currently in beta, allows users to share item locations via a link, even with non-Apple devices, although the link expires after a week or once the item is recovered. This development comes as airlines continue to struggle with high rates of mishandled baggage post-pandemic.

via CNN|

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travel2 years ago•7 min saved

Transatlantic Bike Tracking: How One Man Found His Lost Bike

Gray Barnett, a 16-year-old cyclist and US national time trial champion, flew his bike from Lyon to Brussels and then back to the US, but his bike didn't make it. Despite contacting both airlines involved, United and Brussels Airlines, they were unhelpful in locating the bag. Gray's father, Luke Barnett, took matters into his own hands and reached out to the airport, Brussels Airport, where a customer care agent named Ella went above and beyond to locate the bag and ensure its safe return. The use of an Apple AirTag helped pinpoint the bag's location. The experience highlighted the lack of assistance from the airlines and the importance of polite persistence and baggage tracking devices.

via CNN|

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