iOS 18.2 will come with a feature that has nothing to do with Apple Intelligence, but may be especially useful for travelers. As it turned out Macrumors Thanks to the second beta version of the above-mentioned version of the operating system, the company will allow share AirTag location with third partiesfor example an airline or a trusted person.
This new feature will appear in the Search application after the release of iOS 18.2. Specifically, users will find two options when they mark as lost an object they have attached an AirTag to (such as a suitcase or backpack). The first one is “Share object location”which will allow other users to always track the location of the locator. To do this, Apple will create a link that can be opened by anyone who accesses it, regardless of whether they are using an Apple device or another product, such as a Windows or Android PC.
These links are valid for one week.and are disabled when the item is marked as found. In addition, the owner of the AirTag can see at any time which people followed the specified link.
The second option that the Search app will show is: “Show contact information”, which was already available in previous versions. This specifically allows users of iPhones or other NFC-enabled devices to receive data such as a phone number or email address every time they bring their mobile phone close to the AirTag.
The new AirTag feature is a solution to the problem of lost suitcases.
Apple has already allowed users Share your AirTag location with up to five people. However, they had to be members of the iCloud family since the goal was to allow users to find shared objects such as a bicycle, etc.
However, a new feature coming in iOS 18.2 is ideal for users who travelas this can greatly facilitate the search for lost luggage, allowing its location to be reported to airline staff. This way, they can find out where the suitcase, bag or backpack is and organize the necessary logistics to return it to its owner. Plus, this option is enabled for any device that can connect to the Find My network, so it’s also compatible with third-party locators, etc.
Source: Hiper Textual
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