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technology1 year ago

Apple AirTag Update Enhances Airline Lost Luggage Tracking

Apple is updating its AirTag device to allow users to share the location of lost items, collaborating with airlines like Delta and United to manage the influx of lost luggage data. This new feature, "Share Item Location," will enable passengers to provide airlines with precise coordinates of their misplaced bags, enhancing customer service efficiency. The update is set to roll out in select airports initially, with a broader implementation planned for 2025. This development highlights a missed opportunity for airlines to create their own tracking systems.

via Jalopnik|
#airlines#airtag#apple
technology1 year ago

Apple's AirTags to Revolutionize Lost Luggage Tracking for Airlines

Apple is introducing a new feature called "Share Item Location" for its AirTags, allowing users to share the location of their tagged items with airlines to help recover lost luggage. This update, part of an upcoming iOS release, will initially involve partnerships with 15 airlines, including Delta and United. The feature aims to streamline the process of locating and returning mishandled bags, addressing a common frustration among travelers who often know more about their lost luggage's location than the airlines themselves.

via The Washington Post|
#airlines#airtags#apple
travel1 year ago

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|
#airlines#apple-airtags#baggage-tracking
travel2 years ago

"Alabama's Unclaimed Baggage Store: Where Lost Luggage Finds New Owners"

Unclaimed Baggage, located in Scottsboro, Alabama, is a massive store that sells lost luggage from airlines that has not been reclaimed by its owners. Covering an entire city block in a 50,000-square-foot building, the store receives around 7,000 new items daily, ranging from clothes and books to unexpected treasures like musical instruments and wedding dresses. Electronics are wiped clean of personal data before being sold. While airlines make efforts to reunite lost luggage with owners, a small percentage remains unclaimed. Unclaimed Baggage purchases these bags through exclusive contracts. The store also houses a mini museum displaying unusual relics, attracting over a million visitors annually.

via RetailWire|
#airlines#lost-luggage#retail
travel2 years ago

The Mystery of 2 Million Lost Suitcases: Where Do They Disappear?

Every year, U.S. airlines lose around 2 million suitcases that are not reclaimed by their owners. These lost bags end up at Unclaimed Baggage, a massive retail outlet in Scottsboro, Alabama. The store receives 7,000 new items daily, including clothes, shoes, books, electronics, and even unusual items like skis, snowboards, and musical instruments. While airlines make efforts to reunite passengers with their bags, only a fraction of lost items are recovered. Unclaimed Baggage has become a popular tourist attraction, with a museum showcasing odd finds such as ancient relics and a suit of armor.

via NPR|
#airlines#lost-luggage#retail
travel2 years ago

AirTag Helps Man Recover Lost Golfing Gear During Flight to Ireland

A man traveling from Oklahoma to Ireland for a golfing vacation had his golf clubs left behind at an airport, despite using an AirTag to track them. The man experienced a frustrating ordeal trying to retrieve his clubs, making daily calls to airlines and the airport with no updates for nine days. He ended up having to use replacement gear, costing him a significant amount of money. The clubs eventually made their way back to the Toronto airport just as the man returned home, and after further delays, he was able to retrieve them with the help of a United manager. The incident highlights the need for airlines to adapt to the fact that passengers can now track their luggage using technologies like AirTags.

via Insider|
#airlines#airtag#golf
travel2 years ago

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|
#airline#baggage-tracking#customer-service
travel2 years ago

AirTag Helps US Woman Retrieve 'Lost' Luggage

A woman and her daughter experienced lost luggage while flying with United Airlines. Despite being told by the airline that their bag was still in Baltimore, the woman used an Apple AirTag to track the bag and discovered it was actually at O'Hare airport in Chicago. Frustrated with United's lack of assistance, she decided to fly to Chicago herself and retrieve the bag, which took only 30 seconds at the baggage claim. The incident highlights the challenges faced by travelers with lost luggage and the potential benefits of using tracking devices like AirTags.

via NDTV|
#airtag#baggage-claim#lost-luggage
travel2 years ago

The Pros and Cons of Using Luggage Trackers for Travel

With airlines struggling to handle the surge in travel and baggage mishandling rates up 74.7% in 2022, luggage trackers like AirTags, Tile, and Chipolo have become essential travel accessories. These devices help travelers locate their lost luggage and offer peace of mind that their belongings will be returned. Google's Find My Device ecosystem will soon be upgraded to work with trackers including Tile and Chipolo, making it the largest network in the world. While some airlines offer similar services, only 25% have taken them up so far.

via CNN|
#airlines#airtags#lost-luggage
travel2 years ago

AirTag helps man recover stolen luggage at Atlanta airport

A traveler was reunited with his missing luggage thanks to an Apple AirTag he had inside the bag. The small location tracking device helped him pinpoint the location of his bag, which had been taken by someone else. The suspect was arrested and the rest of the traveler's belongings were safely returned. Experts recommend putting a tracker on luggage and taking a picture of the bag at check-in to increase the chances of getting lost luggage back in a timely manner.

via GMA|
#airport-security#airtag#lost-luggage