Airlines Can Soon Track Lost Luggage With Apple's 'Share Item Location'

From PC Mag: Apple users can soon share the location of an AirTag or any device on the Find My network.

The feature, dubbed Share Item Location, is available now with the iOS 18.2 beta in "most regions worldwide," Apple says. With the formal launch of iOS 18.2, expected in early December, Share Item Location will go out to all users with the iPhone Xs and later.

Users can generate a location link in the Find My app on their iPhone, iPad, or Mac and send it to other people and soon airlines. AirTags have helped travelers locate missing baggage on numerous occasions. They've also tracked down stolen cars and packages.

The link recipient will see a website with the item's location on an interactive map. The map updates automatically when a new location is available and has a timestamp.

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