This article explains what smart bags are, what their limitations are, and what you can do when traveling with them.

At its simplest, smart bags are any luggage with high-tech capabilities. Typically, smart luggage is hard shell and can include any combination of features, including:

These features make traveling easier by letting you charge mobile devices, operate TSA-approved locks from a smartphone, weigh the bag, and track it based on proximity and GPS location.

Some smart bags even come with a solar power system, RFID-blocking linings to prevent identity theft, and portable Wi-Fi hotspots in case you find yourself in a place where you can't connect.