Gadgets or other electronic devices including, but not limited to: cameras, gps, cellphones, laptops, mp3 players, ...
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Laptop Searches by Customs - UK and US
I'll be traveling to the UK (London) on a study abroad in the spring and will be bring my laptop for school and intern purposes. I was just curious what/if any rights UK customs has to search laptops ...
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5answers
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Is there a powerstrip which accomodates most if not all AC power plugs?
You can buy travel adapters for AC power plugs, but do powerstrips exist that accomodate different international power plugs in one unit? When travelling and collaborating in an international ...
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7answers
32k views
What kind of plug adapter should I pack for India?
I'm travelling around a few cities in India, from Delhi to Bangalore. What type of plug adapter should I pack?
13
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4answers
250 views
Kindle version of WikiTravel?
Is everyone's favorite open content travel guide, WikiTravel, available in some sort of Kindle / off-line format? Since I'll be travelling around, I won't have internet access. However I do have a ...
12
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7answers
394 views
How best to prevent data loss while travelling?
For my next long holidays I have some massive travel plans. I'll spend some months in remote areas and I plan to take a lot of pictures with my digital camera. Although my SD card is kinda big, I ...
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3answers
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Is there a standard power adaptor to use on airplanes?
For international flights of 12-15+ hours, do the planes usually have AC power available in Economy? If not, is there a standard "airplane power adaptor" that can convert the DC into AC to power a ...
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9answers
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What sort of computer / electronic device would you take on a backpack trip around Europe to allow you to keep in touch?
As you may have seen in my other posts I am in the early stages of planning my Eurotrip this summer which if you are interested in seeing the planned route go here:
...
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5answers
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Are bluetooth headphones allowed on flights in the US, particularly on United Airlines?
I have a United Airlines flight this week and I would love to listen to an Audio book for the duration. Unfortunately my only working pair of headphones are bluetooth. I've looked on United's web ...
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3answers
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Why do you need to take out your laptop from your bag during airport security checks?
Why do you need to take your laptop from your bag during airport security checks? Why can't they just x-ray check the whole bag together with the laptop? I can't think of a reason.
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4answers
603 views
Turning off GPS on a flight?
Inspired by a question if it is allowed to use a Kindle during a flight, I'm wondering if it is okay to use a GPS watch like this.
I use this for practice purpose, but it is also my normal watch. I ...
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3answers
457 views
Can I bring my desktop computer as check-in baggage on a flight?
I am moving from Malaysia to the US, and planning to bring my desktop computer with me. I plan to pack it in my checked-in luggage. Will the computer risk being damaged? Any precaution should I take ...
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3answers
598 views
Shipping a computer from Europe to the U.S
I plan to be travelling to the United States from Europe (the Netherlands specifically) and want to bring my computer. I measured it and it exceeds the dimensions for hand luggage. I'm worried that if ...
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2answers
1k views
Electronics in sealed box as carry-on luggage: issues at security?
We are going to a conference and we are taking a new ipad with us to give away but we don't want to box to be opened. Will they just run it through the scanner or do they have to open it?
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2answers
147 views
What's a good way to generate solar electricity while driving?
I'm driving cross country and back this summer, and will be baking in the sun for most of it. So I'm looking for recommendations for gear and/or strategies for harnessing some of it to make ...
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3answers
5k views
How do I prevent damage to electronic devices at airport security?
I have travelled with a laptop before with no problems (not recently), but for an upcoming trip I will, for the first time, be carrying a smartphone and a Kindle (not the Fire but the older e-ink ...
8
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2answers
206 views
Can I get in trouble if, at customs, the police finds media files that I can't prove are mine?
I have ripped some of my DVD series to my phone and laptop so I do not need to waste space and battery with the extra discs.
But what happens when I am traveling, say from Europe->USA or ...
8
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2answers
76 views
Are power supplies with different frequencies an issue for charging my phone?
This question can sound stupid, but better ask then see your device burnt :)
I'm going to Peru for a trip, and the power supplies there have the same voltage as where I live (220-230 volts) but ...
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1answer
96 views
Electronics during airport security process in South Africa
I'm travelling to South Africa for 3 months on an internship for school, and recently someone told me that they might take my laptop at airport security.
Can anyone tell me how this works? And does ...
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2answers
147 views
What can I expect when bringing in my netbook to China?
I am considering bringing a netbook on my trip to China, arriving via Beijing International Airport. I am mostly concerned about what will happen at the border.
Do I have to show it at the border, ...
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3answers
1k views
What kind of plug adapter should I use when traveling in Indonesia?
How would I charge, say, an iPad with the standard U.S. adapter and cable?
(Asked on behalf of a twitterer.)
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1answer
520 views
Can you use a kindle as a boarding pass?
I heard that a reason for the low energy consumption of a kindle is that it uses some sort of "electronic" ink. Electricity is then only used to change the ink patterns. This made me wonder if you ...
7
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3answers
255 views
What external batteries can I get to charge a tablet during long road trips?
So there is an external battery available at on Amazon.
I'm just wondering though - would this only provide around 8 hours of additional power for most tablets? Are there any options that provide ...
6
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4answers
238 views
Travelling with a laptop
What are some tips/suggestions for travelling with a laptop through a region like South East Asia? More specifically, Thailand / Laos / Malaysia. But again, also just looking for general tips/advice.
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3answers
341 views
External hard drive for storing photo backups whilst travelling
Can anyone recommend a sturdy external hard drive specifically designed for travelling that I can back up photos and videos on?
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5answers
191 views
What can security officials do when they suspect my checked baggage?
Chris S answer in this question recommends against packing items such as desktop computer because they can look suspicious to the security officials.
Assuming I lock my luggage, what can they do if ...
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3answers
547 views
Is there a Sat Nav that works in Israel? (preferably with good coverage)
Does anyone know of a SatNav device or SatNav software for iPhone that has maps of Israel available (preferably with good coverage).
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1answer
262 views
Male nerd here, how on earth can I listen to an “otohime” / “sound princess”?
The other day, I read about "otohime", also known as "sound princess":
Many Japanese women are embarrassed at the thought of being heard by
others during urination (see paruresis). To cover the ...
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1answer
82 views
Are personal electronics not allowed in outlets on Cathay Pacific?
Please note that personal electronic devices cannot be plugged into
the aircraft's utility electrical power supply outlets. This includes
any type of charging devices. An exception is made for ...
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1answer
46 views
Central America, rain season and electronics
I am a traveling developer and I need functional wifi and a laptop for my work. I would love to travel to the central americas (niceragua, costa rica and panama) for about a month during june but this ...
5
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1answer
489 views
What kind of power sockets do Jet Airways' Boeing 777s have?
A set of upcoming flights I have with Jet Airways is on their Boeing 777-300ER planes which offer shared power sockets in economy class. (Yay!) But what sort of power sockets would these be? Jet ...
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1answer
1k views
Are there electrical plugs and/or wifi in Japanese shinkansen?
Do the Shinkansen trains have wifi? How about electrical plugs?
If it depends on the train, these are the ones I'll be taking:
Hikari 546 (Hiroshima->Shin-Kobe)
Hikari 470 (Shin-Kobe->Tokyo)
Max ...
5
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1answer
203 views
How do Open Street Maps features compare to Garmin's Nuvi features in the US?
I plan to travel to the US this year and would like to take my own GPS with me, the problem I have is the map in my Garmin is really old (it's from 2009) and I'd like to have it up to date for my ...
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0answers
1k views
Planning to buy a TV in Dubai to bring to India, what issues may I encounter? [closed]
While going to India via Emirates, I am planning to have 1 day's stop at Dubai and meanwhile I want to buy a TV (Samsung or Sony LED TV) to take to India. There are some doubts I have about it though:
...
4
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2answers
224 views
Travelling with computers in the US
Last time I went to the US I travelled with a laptop and spent a lot of time taking it out at airport checks and removing the battery from it. This time I may be travelling with an iPad - do they ...
4
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1answer
291 views
Lightweight travel power adaptor for laptops
I am not sure if this is the right question for this site, but I don't know any better place...
Many people travel with their laptops these days, I have one of the small and light models. However, ...
4
votes
2answers
92 views
What are the limits on value of goods during customs in Italy?
I am travelling to Italy to meet some friends and will be taking small-ish electronics like Kindles/e readers as a gift. Is there a limit on the value of goods? Where can I find information on the ...
4
votes
1answer
346 views
Step-down transformer that actually works?
I've gone through a couple of step-down transformers (220v → 110v) over the course of my travels. Each one I've purchased doesn't quite work as advertised; usually, the output voltage is still too ...
4
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0answers
54 views
Travel insurance that cover expensive camera [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How to insure professional equipment while traveling
How can I find a reasonably priced travel insurance that covers expensive photographic equipment (worth about ...
3
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2answers
146 views
Can I use my notebook while in the airplane?
Can I use my notebook while in the airplane? (of course, without internet connection).
3
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4answers
721 views
For US travel are Wireless mice banned?
My mother recently traveled to visit and had mentioned that wireless mice are recently banned from air travel? Also, is there a reason why?
Is that a flight policy or just a TSA standard?
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2answers
157 views
Carrying my laptop to abroad from India
When I was 14 I was going to USA with my family, my father was carrying his laptop, I was also carrying it but my dad was strictly not allowing that. Which is the solution to carry my laptop from ...
3
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1answer
79 views
How to protect electronics on a beach holiday/vacation [closed]
In a world full of personal electronics from mobile phones to cameras, does anyone have ideas to keep them safe from water and sand on seaside holidays? That is, besides:
Not bringing them (can't ...
2
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3answers
804 views
What US electronic appliances will work on 220V/240V?
We are headed to Italy from the US. We plan on packing light but with an 8 year old (and an amateur photographer), we will be taking the following items. I've read that a lot of newer electronics ...
2
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1answer
76 views
Canadian Greyhound - how to find what facilities are on a bus route?
Word is that Greyhound Canada has revitalised some of their buses, and indeed my roommate mentioned that his bus from Vancouver to Whistler last week had wifi and charging points.
I'm wondering about ...
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2answers
180 views
Electrical compatibility between different countries
What electrical compatibility parameters and safety guidelines should be borne in mind when moving from one country to another? As far as I know, there are
AC voltage (110V, 220-240 V),
frequency ...
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0answers
40 views
Is there a camera shop in Croatia that sells Panasonic Lumix chargers? [closed]
Is there a camera shop in Croatia that sells Panasonic Lumix chargers? I left mine at home
0
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0answers
43 views
Carry my laptop to abroad from India [duplicate]
When I was trying to take my laptop with me on a trip, he said that it is not allowed for me, he was saying that laptop is allowed for free if the passenger is above 18 years, but I am 15 years. What ...
