# Digital Professional Suitcases The VALUSU Select Smart Carry-On Luggage Boasts Several Smart Perks By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-03-14 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-carryon-luggage References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/valusu-select-smart-carry-on-luggage-with-removable-battery-pack-bluetooth-lock-and-more.htm) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/valusu/valusu-most-innovative-smart-air-sense-luggagetm-a?utm_source=kickbooster-direct&utm_medium=kickbooster&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=a7cc29d7) The VALUSU Select smart carry-on luggage is a travel-optimized solution for consumers who are seeking a way to enhance their experience when on the road for a more comfortable experience. Weighing in at just 7.7 pounds, the suitcase comes in blue and silver color options, and is capable of withstanding rigorous use thanks to the [hard sided design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-checkin-trunk). The unit is outfitted with a 10,000mAh battery pack that can be accessed via two USB ports and one USB-C port to let multiple users charge up while waiting for their flight. The VALUSU Select smart carry-on luggage can also be used with an optional [GPS tracker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taskin-swift) to let travelers keep an eye on their bag from anywhere. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Luggage:** Advancement in luggage technology provides opportunities for disruptive innovation in integrating internet-of-things (IoT) and GPS technologies. - **Multi-device Charging Solutions:** The popularity of mobile devices or laptops for work or leisure creates opportunities for travel luggage manufacturers to integrate more charging solutions into their product offering. - **Lightweight Luggage:** Consumers’ preference for lightweight, durable and fashionable luggage creates opportunities for disruptive innovation for manufacturers to develop suitcase materials and designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Travel and Hospitality:** Hotels, airlines, airports and other segments of the hospitality industry can offer smart suitcases as premium guest perks, while luggage manufacturers can make and supply to the industry. - **Retail:** Retailers can offer smart suitcase rental service in their stores to cater to travelers’ needs and trends in on-demand experiential retail. - **Technology:** Technology companies can invest in developing and marketing smart luggage with advanced GPS, mobile app and charging capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Trackable Smart Luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casesafe.md) - [Powered Assistive Smart Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mishatu-voyager-smart-suitcase.md) - [See-Through Ride-On Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airwheel-suitcase.md) - [Tech-Equipped Suitcase Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oogo-smart-luggage.md) - [Tech-Friendly Carry-On Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monos-carryon-pro-plus.md) - [Rideable Carry-On Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modobag-20.md) - [Smartphone Case-Inspired Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardshell-carryon-suitcase.md) - [Discreet Trackable Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qantas-x-july.md) - [Expandable Hard-Sided Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velo-luggage.md)