If you love tech, you probably spend a lot of time at home. But sometimes, it is nice to get out of the house and go somewhere completely new.
Unfortunately, that can make your tech lifestyle a nightmare. The situation is often quite different from what you might expect in other countries.
That’s where this post can come in handy. It explores some of the tips that we think you should follow if you’re a traveler and you’re looking for fun overseas.
Check You Have Power
One of the first things you’ll want to do is check that you have the proper power and battery management. Make sure your devices are dual voltage and can cope with the current of the place you’re going to.
Fortunately, most modern electronics are universal, but not always. That’s why it is so critical to check the adapter with the manufacturer and whether it is the right choice, depending on the location.
Ensure Airplane Mode
At the same time, you want to ensure you have airplane mode switched on the moment you get onto an airplane. This setting ensures that your phone isn’t sending out any strange signals that might interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
Airplane mode doesn’t necessarily disconnect you from the internet. You just have to use in-flight WiFi or perhaps bluetooth during take off and landing.
Get A Travel SIM
You also want to get a travel SIM card when you go abroad. These are far less expensive compared to conventional roaming fees, allowing you to cut costs massively, especially if you’re out of range of regular WiFi (which you will be quite often).
Travel SIMs don’t usually have a contract. All you need to do is top them up every month or so, or just for the period you’re away, adding the data and the call time you think you need.
Use Smartphone Features
Of course, it’s also a good idea to leverage smartphone technology and apps as much as possible. Features are often helpful for people who want to travel around a lot.
For example, you might want to use CityMapper. This app is handy for using public transport with minimal friction.
Translation apps are also handy. These can include things like Google Translate.
Stay Connected
Of course, it’s critical to stay as connected as you can while you’re away. The more you can keep in touch with people, the safer you’ll be.
Carrying a portable Wi-Fi spot is a good idea if you think you might be out of range sometimes. You can also use messaging apps, like Signal and Telegram to avoid charges.
Organize
Finally, you’ll want to ensure that you use tech to organize your travels and generally make them so much better. For instance, you could use an airline that offers digital tickets to avoid the issues involved with paper ones. You could also get high-tech earplugs to make it easier for you to sleep on the plan during a noisy flight.
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