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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Business travel
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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REVIEWED: Lat 56 Road Warrior RW_02 carry-on suitcase
Is this the ultimate go-to travel bag? The Road Warrior RW_02 is a stunning, streamlined cabin bag ideal for business trips and weekends away, but it’s sufficiently neutral to become a go-to bag for all kinds of travel. It steers clear from being a ‘gadget bag’ by swerving dedicated laptop and iPad compartments, concentrating instead on squeezing as much room as possible while adding some unique design flourishes that will appeal to all kinds of travellers. If there’s one things the Road Warrior RW_02 lacks, it’s a wet pocket for basic toiletries, while we’re not convinced the shoe bag is necessary. The pockets on the inside lining are awesome – really helpful for staying organised – while the easy access liquids compartment on the outside is genius (and double as a stash pocket for an iPad Mini or book). Lat 56’s Road Warrior RW_02 is a success, and well worth the price. To the airport!
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REVIEWED: SwissVoice Voice Bridge
Route your landline calls to your smartphone, but only if you’re on iOS and your home’s layout allows
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REVIEWED: Adonit Jot Script 2 Evernote Edition
This iOS-only Bluetooth stylus has Evernote Premium free for six months and awesome integration with note-taking apps, but lacks accuracy
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REVIEWED: Sennheiser CXC 700 noise cancelling earphones
A powerful sense of silence at 40,000ft makes these almost travel nirvana, but where’s the in-line iOS/Android controls?
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