# App-Controlled Travel Locks The 'CHEN' Smart Travel Padlock Protects and Weighs Luggage By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-05-16 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-padlock References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/chen-bluetooth-smart-padlock-16-05-2017/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1869322953/chen-the-smartest-padlock-for-modern-travelers) The 'CHEN' smart travel padlock provides avid or passive travelers with the ability to maintain better control over their luggage in order to ensure that it always stays as secure as possible. Working like a traditional travel lock, the 'CHEN' lock will securely prevent your luggage from being opened and can be [unlocked via the accompanying app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockly-styla) in order to increase overall functionality. The 'CHEN' lock can also operate as a luggage scale in order to prevent you from having to pay for overage charges when you arrive at the terminal. The 'CHEN' smart travel padlock also enables user to [track their luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knog-scout-travel) to ensure that they never have to deal with it being lost or stolen when they head out on their trip. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **App-controlled Travel Locks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced app-controlled travel locks with additional features such as tracking and weighing capabilities. - **Luggage Tracking Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative luggage tracking solutions that provide real-time location updates to travelers, minimizing the risk of lost or stolen luggage. - **Smart Luggage Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design smart luggage accessories that integrate with mobile apps for enhanced functionality, convenience, and security. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Travel Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with technology companies to develop cutting-edge travel accessories that enhance the travel experience through intelligent features. - **Logistics and Supply Chain:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement smart tracking and inventory management systems to optimize the handling and security of luggage throughout the transportation process. - **Mobile Application Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create user-friendly mobile applications that allow travelers to control and monitor their travel locks, track their luggage, and receive real-time alerts and updates. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Trackable Smart Luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casesafe.md) - [Tech-Equipped Suitcase Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oogo-smart-luggage.md) - [Luggage Tracking Safety Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lost-luggage-tracker.md) - [Pocket-Sized Safety Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaze.md) - [Discreet Trackable Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qantas-x-july.md) - [Connected Luggage Tags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knog-scout-travel.md) - [Pocket-Packed Antitheft Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korin-hubpack-33.md) - [Trackable Travel Tech Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scapade-airpack-backpack.md) - [Biometric Scanner Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockly-flex-touch.md)