Heys USA has announced they’re making the first biometric suitcase which, surprise, surprise they’re calling the BioCase. It doesn’t need any keys and unlocks only with the owner’s fingerprints.
The inbuilt scanner memorises 8 fingerprints for 90 days and can be recharged using a USB plug.
Its expected to hit retailers in April 2009.
Not sure how this will work with the TSA though – not unless it comes with an over-ride.
Via: TrendHunter
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