![]() The good news: Both trackers sent me notifications via my iPhone when my suitcase was no longer within Bluetooth range, as I made my way from the airline bag drop-off to the TSA pre-check line. The Apple AirTag (left) and Tile Mate (right) don’t take up any space in your suitcase-and they can help ensure your bag doesn’t get lost at the airport. And though privacy concerns are important to keep in mind, when AirTags are used for their intended purpose, they are the most effective way to find your lost stuff. In other words, using an AirTag or Tile to track your luggage does not tangibly increase your chances of being tracked unknowingly. In those instances, it was reported that an AirTag was planted on a person’s belongings to gain knowledge of their whereabouts, rather than someone using the person’s own tracker. You may have read recently that AirTags have been used to track people without their consent. Bluetooth trackers (which were briefly banned and then unbanned by Lufthansa) offer some peace of mind-and, yes, Apple’s AirTag is the best one. But if I’m forced to gate-check my carry-on, or if I’m traveling for longer than a week and need to check larger luggage, I want to be prepared for the worst. It’s one of the reasons I avoid checking a bag, if I can help it. No one wants to be the person standing forlornly at baggage claim waiting for a suitcase that never arrives. That way, you can see where your suitcase is throughout your trip-even if the airline loses your bag and can’t track it down. Try keeping tabs on your luggage with a Bluetooth tracker. But, thankfully, there’s at least one way to take some control amid the chaos. Wildly high flight prices, endless delays, and outright cancellations have made flying more stressful than ever, especially heading into the holidays. ![]() Air travel has become pure chaos, and there’s no sign it will get better anytime soon.
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