If you have an iPhone with iOS 18 and are enrolled in Apple ‘s developer program, you can download and install the iOS 18.2 beta. One of the most useful features of the experimental OS is the ability to share the location of a lost item connected to Apple’s Find My network with a third party. You can already share the location of an item with people on your contact list, but Apple says this could help in cases where you have to rely on a stranger to help you. For example, if your suitcase is lost, you can send its location to airline or airport staff.
When you select “Share item location” in the Find Me app, you’ll have the option to share a link that shows the location of your lost item. The recipient of the link will be able to open it on any device, even if it’s not an iPhone or iPad, and will see your Apple account email and/or phone number to contact you. You’ll be able to see how many people have clicked on the link, and the link will expire either after you’re reunited with your lost item or a week later if you don’t find it by then.
Of course, installing beta software has its drawbacks. There’s a higher chance of encountering bugs, and some apps or features may not work the way Apple intended. If you’re up for it and want to test iOS 18.2, you’ll need to sign up for Apple’s developer program and then select New Beta in the Software Update section of your device’s Settings menu.