AirTag users will soon be able to share location with airlines

Apple is rolling out a new feature designed to make it easier for passengers — and airlines — to retrieve misplaced bags.

The new function, called Share Item Location, is available as part of the public beta of iOS 18.2, and is coming soon to iPhone X and newer models as a free software update. 

The link will let passengers share their AirTag locations with more than 15 airlines, including Delta and United, to help both parties track down mishandled or delayed bags more efficiently. More airlines will sign on, over time, Apple noted.