5 ways to beat the airline laptop & tablet ban
They banned laptops and tablets on flights to the US and UK from the Middle East; here’s how business travellers
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Business travel
REVIEWED: BlackBerry KeyOne smartphone
A phone with a physical keyboard? Now that’s retro, but this unusual handset’s spec if all about security
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REVIEWED: ThinOPTICS glasses
These flexible and flat-pack portable reading glasses can be put in a pocket – or even stuck to the back
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REVIEWED: STM Radial laptop messenger bag
Good for a 15-inch laptop and tablet, this well-organised and compact black, blue or steel messenger is great for conferences &
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ADVICE: How to protect your identity while traveling
Whether you’re going for business or pleasure you need to take some important steps before leaving for a trip
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REVIEWED: Fulton Ultralite-1 compact travel umbrella
Weighing just 189g and firm in windy conditions, this brolly is perfect for a backpack’s side-pocket for all kinds of
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REVIEWED: Cellhire MiFi & data SIM card bundles
No WiFi? No problem! Much faster and safer, Cellhire’s portable wireless router & SIM bundles prove handy on the road
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PREVIEW: Watson Backpack
This US$219 backpack for ‘knowledge workers’ and business travellers is doing sterling work on Kickstarter thanks to push-to-open access buttons,
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PREVIEW: QuietOn active noise cancelling earplugs
CES 2017, Las Vegas: A unique concept from two ex-Nokia engineers in Finland is a boon for travellers trying to get some shut-eye
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REVIEWED: Barracuda collapsible carry-on luggage
It’s got a fold-out laptop tray, expandable/collapsible design and a compartment for a portable battery, but this smart luggage does
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REVIEWED: Trtl travel pillow
This V-shaped, fleece-covered neck brace is easy to travel with, but it fails to offer significant support to justify its
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REVIEWED: RiutBag R10 'backward backpack'
With anti-theft design at its core, this new kind of backpack is ideal for using as a carry-on, for conferences, and
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REVIEWED: Porsche Design Roadster Hardcase trolley
K Fair, Düsseldorf: behind every good piece of tough travel luggage is a thoroughly advanced slab of polycarbonate, this time from
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REVIEWED: Columbia Mens Silver Ridge Long Sleeve Shirt
Can this lightweight and smart looking travel shirt cut it both on a backpacking and a business trip?
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REVIEWED: Manfrotto Advanced camera and laptop backpack
With removable rear access for a DSLR and lenses, room for a laptop and plenty of well-designed pockets, is this the
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REVIEWED: Unclesign Uno neck pillow
OK so it looks like your average U-shaped neck pillow, but this memory foam creation is perfect for hot, stuffy
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REVIEWED: Manhattan Portage Commuter laptop bag
Optional backpack straps lend extra mobility to this well-designed bag that’s ideal for conferences, urban travel and as a carry-on
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REVIEWED: Icebreaker Cool-Lite Compass II shirt
Part merino wool, part awesome, this quick-drying technical layer is ideal for when you need to look smart while on a
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REVIEWED: Sony NW-WS410 Series
This waterproof & dust-proof Walkman is as perfect for the hotel pool as it is for the hotel gym, but
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REVIEW: Native Union TAG Cable
This nicely disguised Apple Lightning cable is perfect for fastening to a backpack for tangle-free travel
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The best text apps for travel
Stay productive on the road with these typing, note-taking and ‘read later’ apps for tablets & phones
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REVIEWED: One Adaptr TWIST
This World Adaptor is sleek, small and includes a couple of smart USB ports
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REVIEWED: Teva Fi Lite sandals
Comfy hard-wearing, these men’s sandals prove just secure enough for a spot of light hiking
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REVIEW: Fuse Chicken Armour Charge
This tough-for-travel Apple Lightning cable is great for business travel
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REVIEWED: Choetech Portable Power Bank B611Q
It’s got Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0, but for Apple users this fast-charging battery is all about one thing – Apple Lighting
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REVIEW: Venturer BravoWin 10KT
Is it a tablet? Is it a laptop? This 2-in-1 hybrid looks like a netbook … remember those?
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REVIEWED: Marmot Rolling Hauler Carry On
A mid-sized roller that’s well organised and travel-tough enough for backpacking trips, fly-drives and skiing holidays
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PREVIEW: Cleer DU headphones
CE China, Shenzhen: These clever cans with a dual-driver system impress on sound quality
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REVIEW: iClub Sheung Wan Hotel, Hong Kong
Smartphone door entry & a free WiFi mobile hotspot? This Hong Kong hotel is high on tech and low on
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REVIEWED: STM Velocity Haven backpack
Don’t think this daysack is big enough for a week-long business trip, with laptop, gadgets and clothes? Thanks to an incredible design,
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REVIEWED: Logiix Sync & Charge JOLT Shortie
This sturdy 30cm Apple Lightning cable cuts down on clutter in your carry-on
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REVIEWED: JmGO View portable projector
With HD, 3D and stereo sound, this cable-free one-kilo DLP projector is aiming for a place in business traveller’s backpacks
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REVIEWED: Griffin Premium Braided Lightning Cable
90cm of hard-wearing, easy-insert Apple Lightning cable that proves perfect for hotel rooms and business trips
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PREVIEW: Huawei Matebook
#MWC2016, Barcelona: Can this all-in-one 12-inch tablet/computer eclipse the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 and become the ultimate productivity gadget for business travellers?
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REVIEWED: Penclic Wireless Mini Keyboard K2
Alt-Grrr … say what? This wireless keyboard makes a rather loud and awkward attempt to get into business travellers’ gadget
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REVIEWED: Roku Streaming Stick
Take the world of streaming video to any hotel TV with this 18-gram dongle that’s brilliant on business trips.
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FOCUS: 21 travel hacks for business trips
It’s not all first class flights and fine dining, you know
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REVIEWED: American Tourister Lightway cabin case
Perfect for travelling light without a heavy spend, this functional 4-wheeled spinner is super-light at 1.57kg
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REVIEWED: Noke smart padlock
More keyless than phone-operated, this smart padlock is nevertheless more for business than travel
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REVIEWED: Kenu AirFrame+ Leather Edition
Clip-on smartphone car mount ideal for rental cars
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REVIEW: Samsonite Lite-Cube DLX Spinner 55
At 2.3kg this superbly constructed 4-wheel spinner is a great carry-on for light travellers
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FOCUS: Five #Hybrid #tablets
Taking a tablet and a laptop on work trips? Pick up a hybrid and lighten the load
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REVIEWED: Techlink Recharge 12000 portable battery
With a mighty-sized battery, integrated charging cables for Android and Apple, and even a prop stand/dock built-in, this is serous
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REVIEWED: Thule EnRoute Triumph 2 daypack
Perfect protection for a MacBook Pro and a pair of sunglasses, this cabin-sized daypack’s clever design proves ideal as a
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REVIEWED: Patagonia Houdini windbreaker
Weighing just 110g and easy to clip on to a belt, this anatomically designed pac-a-mac is perfect for ultra-light travel
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REVIEWED: STM Dux Case for MacBook Air
Strong and sturdy, this good value but bland transparent case offers heavyweight protection
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REVIEWED: IOGEAR MediaShair 2 Wireless Media Hub and Power Station
Families on long car journeys & business teams will love this streaming hub that plays nicely with up to seven
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REVIEWED: IOGEAR 12,000mAh Mobile Power Station
Gadget anxiety is for losers. Swerve charging stations at airports and relax with the only phone/tablet/ereader charger worth having
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REVIEWED: Bosign 2-in-1 tablet & travel pillow
Travel pillows are for girls, as proved by this small, though perfectly formed example that doubles as a tablet holder
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REVIEWED: NomadClip for Apple Lightning & micro USB
Getting in a tangle on your travels? These clip-on carabiners are clever companions on any journey
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