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Leaders
15 hours ago
- Business
- Leaders
Track Your Bags: Saudia Boosts Baggage Recovery with Apple Location Sharing
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has launched a new feature that enables passengers to track their lost or delayed baggage, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). The 'Share Item Location' feature from Apple allows Saudia travelers to privately and securely locate and return baggage equipped with an AirTag or 'Find My network' accessory. Passengers can easily get a baggage location sharing link from the Find My app on their iPhone, iPad, or Mac devices. Then, they can send the link via Saudia digital portal. For more safety, this location sharing automatically expires after 7 days or upon baggage recovery. Moreover, passengers can choose to deactivate it manually at any point. Powered by Apple's Find My network, the 'Share Item Location' feature allows a passenger to find their lost items using a billion Apple devices nearby. It is totally private and encrypted, meaning no one else can view an item's location or information. Passengers can access this feature by ensuring their Apple device is updated to iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, or macOS 15.2 or later. In the light of this, Chief Data and Technology Officer at Saudia Group, Abdulgader Attiah, said that the launch of the 'Share Item Location' feature underscores Saudia's commitment to digital transformation and harnessing cutting-edge technology to elevate the traveler experience. Furthermore, he pointed out that the collaboration with Apple reflects Saudia's dedication to providing world-class services and establishing its status as a leader in the aviation industry through adopting innovative solutions that enhance service benchmarks and operational efficiency. Short link :


Gulf Insider
15 hours ago
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia: Saudia Enhances Baggage Recovery With New Feature For Apple Users
In a move to boost passenger experience via technology, Saudia, the national airline carrier of Saudi Arabia, has introduced Apple's 'Share Item Location' feature to help guests track lost or delayed baggage more efficiently. The new service allows travellers to securely share the location of their bags equipped with Apple AirTags or Find My network accessories. Using the Find My app on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, passengers can generate a secure Share Item Location link and submit it through Saudia's dedicated digital portal. This approach ensures privacy and security, as location sharing automatically ends once the baggage is recovered, manually stopped, or expires after seven days. Abdulgader Attiah, Chief Data and Technology Officer of Saudia Group, said: 'As part of our ongoing commitment to digital transformation, we are elevating the guest experience through cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. 'This integration of Apple's Share Item Location feature underscores our dedication to providing world-class service and setting new standards in the aviation industry.' The Share Item Location feature operates through Apple's Find My network, which leverages a global crowd of over one billion Apple devices. These devices use Bluetooth technology to detect nearby missing items and relay their approximate locations back to owners anonymously and with end-to-end encryption, ensuring that neither Apple nor accessory manufacturers can access the data. Passengers interested in using this feature must update their Apple devices to iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, or macOS 15.2 or later versions.


Otago Daily Times
a day ago
- Otago Daily Times
Burglar busted as stolen AirPods phone home
The tracking feature on a pair of stolen earbuds led police to a man wanted for two burglaries in Dunedin's student quarter. Senior Sergeant Anthony Bond, of Dunedin, said police arrested the 33-year-old man at 10.40am yesterday. The man was charged with two burglaries — one in Castle St, on Thursday, and another in Leith St, on February 2. A pair of Apple AirPods taken in the Castle St burglary were tracked using the Find My app and found in a vehicle, which led police to further stolen property, Snr Sgt Bond said. Police were also called to the car crash on Caversham Valley Rd, at 9.20pm yesterday. A 21-year-old male driver travelling in the south-bound lane had crashed into a barrier on the other side of the road. ''Looks like he was heading up the hill, was skidding, losing control, went over the flax bushes . . . spun a couple of times and then crashed into the barrier on the other side of the road. ''Thankfully no-one else coming down the hill at that time.'' The man recorded a breath alcohol level of 828mcg. His driver's license was suspended and he was summonsed to appear in the Dunedin District Court.


Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Planning a solo trip? 9 expert-backed safety rules you have to follow before packing your bags
Planning a solo trip can be exciting, liberating, and full of unforgettable moments, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. When you're navigating unfamiliar places on your own, staying safe becomes even more important. From dealing with emergencies and trusting your instincts to using tech wisely and blending in with the local crowd, solo travel requires a mix of courage and caution. Check out 9 essential safety tips for solo travellers to ensure a secure adventure. (Pexels) To help you make the most of your adventure without compromising on safety, Sanjay Jadoun, CEO, YoloBus, shared with HT Lifestyle 9 important rules every solo traveller should know before setting off. 1. Keep someone in loop Always inform a trusted friend or family member about your itinerary, accommodations, and check in with them daily. 2. Share your live location Use apps like Google Maps location sharing or Apple's Find My to let someone track your movements in real time. Stay connected with trusted contacts and opt for secure lodgings to enjoy your adventure. (Pexel) 3. Carry physical copies of important documents Keep printed copies of your passport, ID, tickets, and bookings, especially when internet access is limited. 4. Trust your instincts If something doesn't feel right, a person, place, or situation, don't second-guess yourself. Leave immediately. 5. Stay in well-populated areas after dark Avoid deserted streets and don't flaunt expensive gadgets or jewellery. Prioritise safety by booking verified accommodations. (Unsplash) 6. Choose verified stays Book accommodations with strong, verified reviews on travel OTAs. 7. Respect local customs Dress and behave according to local norms to avoid drawing unwanted attention. 8. Be discreet with personal info Don't reveal you're travelling alone or share details like your hotel or next destination with strangers. 9. Prioritise security features Choose places with lockable doors, 24/7 front desk staff, safety lockers, and visible CCTV.


Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Woman who had mobile phone stolen issues important security advice to others
Grania Nesbitt recalled the distressing situation in which her phone was stolen giving a thief access to her bank details and photos of her children, and now she's explained how some of her stress could have been avoided A woman who suffered the misfortune of having her mobile phone stolen has issued advice to others, admitting there are a number of security measures she wished she had been aware of prior to the incident unfolding last week. Grania Nesbitt recalled the mobile phone theft on TikTok, where she explained in a video what people can do to "make your life easier" should it happen to them too. "I want to share what I have learned because I didn't know a few of these points and if I had it would have made my life a lot easier," she began. According to Grania, there are a number of things you should "do today" in case your mobile phone is ever lost or stolen - beginning with backing everything up and two-factor authentication is employed. WARNING – explicit language in TikTok video below, viewer discretion advised Grania continued: "Make sure you know your passwords for everything and you have the FindMy app switched on and you know the login details for your iCloud account." She continued, pointing out that once you realise your phone is missing, the first thing you should do is try and log into the FindMy app as quickly as possible. "If you're with someone you trust, use their phone to do it," Grania advised, speaking from experience. Unfortunately for her, however, the phone's location hadn't updated meaning she could only see where it was a few hours prior. "The thief had turned my phone off," Grania continued. "So if you don't get there quick enough, you can't set it into 'lost mode', which gives you so much more protection." Grania added that although most phones require a pin to unlock them, a shop would be more willing to unknowingly assist thieves if there is no sign of the device being in lost mode. "When it's in lost mode they can tell it's been stolen," she said, Because she was too late, Grania was left cursing the fact that she runs two businesses via her phone, which only added to her stress. "I'm a solo mum of two girls trying to run my businesses and that phone had everything I needed on it - all my clients' contacts, access to my website, emails, WhatsApp and TikTok - I literally couldn't do anything," she explained. The second important thing to be aware of, which Grania confessed she wasn't, also concerns the FindMy app. "When you log in, there are two options," she explained. "There's 'erase' and 'remove' and I think remove is at the top so you'd think as it's in that order, you would click that first." However, as Grania discovered to her peril, this only complicated matters. "What I didn't realise is when you click remove, it takes off your activation lock so it removes iCloud, but it also takes off the lock and therefore if you aren't in lost mode, which gave them complete access to my phone," she detailed further. Now unable to select the erase option, Grania said she raced to her nearest Three [her network provider] store who provided her with a new sim card. "To erase, you need a code sent to your phone, which I didn't have," she explained. "I had a three-hour period where I couldn't so anything - and that is tehe scariest thing when your phone contains pictures of your kids and all of your bank details." However, the replacement sim card enabled her to receive a code and therefore erase everything. By this point, a new location of the phone was showing a particular address, which she has since reported to the police - though it later moved to a mobile phone shop, prompting Grania to believe it will be sold for parts. Closing, she advised others to seek insurance of their device - something she had failed to do. "I learned the hardest way by not having it," she said. Writing in response, one TikTok user provided an additional tip, stating: "Turn off the ability to access the pull down menu when your phone is unlocked. This might also help in some cases as it can't have data turned off or be put into airplane mode." To which a grateful Grania replied: "Thank you for this! I didn't know this either."