Five tiny tents for treks and travel
Ultralight so easy to pack, these one-man tents are great for long distance hikes, mountain ascents and general solo travel
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REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Discovery Roll-up pant
These wrinkle-free, quick-dry travel trousers looks almost as good in the city as they do at a summit, but take
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REVIEWED: Thule 13L EnRoute
The perfect choice for the cabin, the conference and the city tour, this backpack can flat-pack a 13-inch laptop and
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REVIEWED: Moshi ionbank 5K portable battery
With a built-in Apple Lightning cable, this powerbank is seriously impressive, but where’s the kickstand?
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REVIEWED: Oaxis InkCase i7 for iPhone 7
With a Kindle-style eInk screen on the back, this iPhone 7 case gives you the best of both worlds, but
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REVIEWED: Moshi iGlaze ion battery case
Hate running out of battery but hate bulky battery cases? This case for the iPhone 6/6s with a slide-on battery could
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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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REVIEWED: Moshi Xync USB cable + SIM holder
Need to store a couple of SIM cards as well as that annoying SIM removal tool? This handy device stores
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REVIEWED: Moshi Venturo Slim Laptop backpack
Compact yet big enough to carry a 15-inch laptop and a large tablet, this highly organised work bag is great
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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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REVIEWED: Plantronics BackBeat Fit earphones
New colours including ‘stealth green’ gives these flexible, tangle-free earphones a new lease of life
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REVIEWED: Mujjo Leather Wallet Case for iPhone 7
This super-slim case’s three-card trick really helps cut-down on clutter while travelling
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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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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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Thule Aspect DSLR Camera Backpack review
Able to take a 15.6-inch laptop, an iPad, a DSLR and a zoom lens or two, this all-rounder is surprisingly
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REVIEWED: EDZ Yeti fleece jacket
Soft, warm and with tough elastic to close potential air leaks, EDZ’s luxurious fleece is a special treat for winter
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REVIEWED: Urban Armor Gear Trooper Series case for iPhone 7
A secret credit card compartment for four cards graces this great value drop-proof jacket for iPhone 7
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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: Teva Terra-Float Universal Lux sandals
Lightweight and able to cope with both a hike and a soaking on a beach, these versatile sandals are ideal
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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: Lululemon Para backpack
It takes just 23 litres, but this backpack easily takes enough gear for short or well-planned longer trips
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REVIEWED: Black Diamond Trail Pro walking poles
A trek through Oman’s ‘other’ Grand Canyon puts the pressure on these compact yet sturdy walking poles’ FlickLock Pro fasteners
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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: Panasonic Lumix TZ100
10x zoom lens and one-inch sensor impresses on this advanced compact travel camera
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Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere Tank reviewed
Super-light and quick-drying, this mainly merino vest for women is the perfect travel all-rounder for hot and humid countries
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REVIEW: Manfrotto PIXI Mini Tripod
Excellent build quality on this lock ‘n’ load mini-tripod, but it lacks positional flexibility
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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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REVIEW: ExOfficio BugsAway Sandfly trousers
Ultra-lightweight and quick-drying, these are perfect for hot days and for keeping mozzies at bay, but only if you can hack
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REVIEW: Xqisit iE200 earphones
Genius use of magnetics takes these Bluetooth earphones to the next level of tangle-free travel, but they’re let down by a short battery
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Five packable storm shells for city breaks & hikes
Watery walking tour? Dodge downpours but travel light with these highly compact raincoats that pack into their own pockets
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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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FOCUS: Three packable walking poles for travel
Hikers and walkers will love these collapsible walking poles that fold-up for easy stowing in cabin baggage
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REVIEWED: Logiix Gelly LGX-11932
Bright yet low on power, this tiny and flexible USB LED light is a beacon for bookworms & photographers travelling ultra-light
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REVIEWED: Marmot Simpson Convertible Hiking Cap
Straightforward & lightweight cap with added neck UPF 45 protection for hiking, running and outdoor travel
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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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FOCUS: Five #super-zoom #cameras
Great for close-ups and travel photography, these pocket-sized snappers manage up to 50x optical zoom
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REVIEWED: Logiix Blue Piston tuneFREQS
The use of super-flat cable makes these good value earphones tangle-proof, but it’s the handy pause button for in-flight drinks that we
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FOCUS: 20 travel tricks you didn't know your phone could do
From apps and maps to instant translation, unlock your smartphone’s secrets with these handy tips
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REVIEWED: EDZ Merino Vest
Made from 100% superfine merino wool, this good value base layer for women is about as versatile as travel clothing gets
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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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FOCUS: 8 best travel phones from #MWC2016
#MWC 2016, Barcelona: From clever cameras to huge batteries, these sharp-shooters from Oppo, LG, HTC, Samsung, Sony, HP, ZTE & Alcatel are
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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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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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REVIEWED: Rohan Jeans Plus tapered leg
A hidden passport pocket helps these cotton-mix jeans re-claim their title of ‘best travel trouser’, but where’s the zipped cash pocket
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REVIEWED: Keen Owyhee sandals
Great for lounging and a casual hike or two, but on beaches these all-rounders too easily collect water and sand
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REVIEWED: ExOfficio Minimo Plaid Long Sleeve Shirt
Super-thin and light yet too easy to crease, this travel shirt goes too far in the right direction
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REVIEWED: Kanex GoBuddy+
Charge, sync, then have a beer. This clever two-in-one gadget that reduces cables is a long, cool carabiner clip away
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REVIEWED: Photojojo iPhone Telephoto Lens
A screw-on 12x optical zoom lens for a phone? Cheap, easy to travel with and offering an impressive close-up, the
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