8 Crucial Things You Should Know Before Travelling Abroad With Your Phone, Tablet, Or Laptop

[steve2470]

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If you’re about to go international with your smartphone, tablet and/or laptop there are a few things you should know before you go. You might need extra peripheral devices and plugs, entertainment and maps pre-downloaded, a new SIM card for data, and to prepare for a few important security scenarios.

Wherever you go and whatever your trip will involve, these tips will prepare you for things as best as possible. The last thing you need is to lose a smartphone full of data with no way of protecting yourself! Here’s what you need to know.

Work Out What International Plugs You’ll Need

Since the standard electrical socket type is different wherever you go in the world, it’s handy to have the right plugs for the places you’re going. There are useful websites you can use to find out which type of socket to expect though, like PlugsMap. Also, remember to pack your USB charger and car charger into your cabin bag as you can sometimes find places to charge devices on the plane or in airports.

[Mnpaul]

1. One thing they touched on but didn't go far enough

If you are using a free internet hot spot in a public place, make sure you know who is providing it. Scammers can use the free internet and then rebroadcast their own free wifi. All the information you transmit goes through their connection and they can steal your info. They make a good point: Don’t log into sensitive accounts while using public Wi-Fi.