{"id":1971,"date":"2015-05-19T16:04:43","date_gmt":"2015-05-19T16:04:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.unlockbase.com\/?p=1971"},"modified":"2015-05-19T16:04:43","modified_gmt":"2015-05-19T16:04:43","slug":"21-tech-travel-hacks-make-life-easier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unlockbase.com\/blog\/21-tech-travel-hacks-make-life-easier\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Tech Travel Hacks That Will Make Your Life So Much Easier"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"21<\/p>\n

Whether you’re traveling across the country or simply down the road to your grandma’s, it’s important that you take advantage of technology. \u00a0Here’s a quick look at 21 tech travel hacks that will make your life so much easier. And don’t forget that\u00a0UnlockBase<\/a>\u00a0can take care of all your cellular unlocking needs.<\/p>\n

1) Travel in style<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you can’t afford a first-class ticket with access to a personal TV, simply use a plastic bag to turn your smartphone or tablet into a mini TV. \u00a0Put your device in the plastic bag and hang it from the tray hook on the back of the seat in front of you.<\/p>\n

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Travel in Style \ud83d\ude42<\/p><\/div>\n

2) Do a screenshot of a map<\/strong><\/p>\n

When traveling abroad, roaming data rates can be enormous. \u00a0When you take a screenshot of a map you’re needing, though, you can save it for later when you don’t have access to WiFi; this will help ensure you don’t use any unnecessary data while overseas.<\/p>\n

\"London<\/a>

London map screenshot<\/p><\/div>\n

3) Use cord retracting headphones<\/strong><\/p>\n

To keep your headphone cords from getting tangled, purchase a pair with retractable cords.<\/p>\n

4) Save on data<\/strong><\/p>\n

Did you know you can use Foursquare to identify locals who don’t care to share their WiFi passwords? \u00a0By doing this, you can keep your data usage to a minimum when traveling.<\/p>\n

5) Use airport outlets<\/strong><\/p>\n

Most airports these days are full of USB and electrical outlets. \u00a0By using these outlets, you can stay charged when traveling by air.<\/p>\n

\"Take<\/a>

Take advantage of Airport Outlet<\/p><\/div>\n

6) Improvise with hotel furniture<\/strong><\/p>\n

Does your hotel room not come with a desk for your laptop? \u00a0If not, simply put your room’s ironing board at the end of the bed.<\/p>\n

7) Keep all important documents on your phone<\/strong><\/p>\n

From your Passport to your birth certificate, take pictures of these documents and save them to your phone. \u00a0Make sure to delete them after you’ve returned home.<\/p>\n

8) Boost your charge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Often when traveling, you’ll have limited opportunities to charge your phone. \u00a0By putting it in Airplane Mode, however, you can charge your phone faster.<\/p>\n

\"iPhone<\/a>

iPhone Airplane Mode<\/p><\/div>\n

9) Bring along adapters\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Depending on where you’re traveling to, you may need adapters for your electronics. \u00a0Fortunately, there are all-in-one adapters that can meet almost all of your international adapter needs.<\/p>\n

\"Smart<\/a>

Smart Power Adapters<\/p><\/div>\n

10) Pack a power strip<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since you’ll likely have several devices you want to charge at once — phone, tablet, laptop, camera, etc. — make sure to pack a miniature power strip.<\/p>\n

11) Plastic bags work well for water proofing<\/strong><\/p>\n

Going on a cruise? \u00a0For a walk on the beach? \u00a0When it comes to water proofing your tech gadgets, simply put them in a sealable plastic bag.<\/p>\n

\"Ziplock<\/a>

Ziplock or cheap efficient waterproof bag ?<\/p><\/div>\n

12) Use cloud storage<\/strong><\/p>\n

When taking pictures and videos while traveling, use WiFi at your hotel to upload the pictures to the cloud. \u00a0This ensures if something happens to your phone, you’ll still have your media.<\/p>\n

13) Use WiFi to make phone calls<\/strong><\/p>\n

Download an easy-to-use use voice app, such as Google Voice, to make free calls back home using WiFi. \u00a0You can also use this type of app to send texts and much more.<\/p>\n

14) Buy a wallet that is RFID proof<\/strong><\/p>\n

With an RFID-proof wallet you’ll deter data thieves from accessing the information on your credit and debit cards.<\/p>\n

\"SecrID<\/a>

SecrID Card Protectors<\/p><\/div>\n

15) Download a travel app<\/strong><\/p>\n

Almost all major cities have unique travel apps. \u00a0Make sure to use them to find interesting attractions and activities.<\/p>\n

16) Check in using your phone<\/strong><\/p>\n

When traveling by air, you can usually use your phone to check in. \u00a0All you need to do is present the QR code you receive on your phone and you’ll be allowed to go through security.<\/p>\n

17) Find Airbnb lodging options<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you’re traveling to an area that is lacking in hotel options, use your phone or tablet to search for Airbnb\u00a0homes and condos. \u00a0You might find you can rent a home for cheaper than a hotel room.<\/p>\n

18) Download credit card apps<\/strong><\/p>\n

For each credit card that you take with you, download its app to your smartphone; this will help you keep your finances in check.<\/p>\n

\"iPhone<\/a>

iPhone Credit Card App<\/p><\/div>\n

19) Consider roaming services<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you know you’re going to use your phone a lot while traveling abroad, make sure to take advantage of a roaming services provider.<\/p>\n

20) Invest in screen protection<\/strong><\/p>\n

From in your home to around the world, a tempered glass screen protector protects your phone’s screen from cracks and chips. \u00a0You can also find screen protectors that fit your other gadgets.<\/p>\n

21) Bring an extra battery<\/strong><\/p>\n

By bringing along an extra battery for your phone and laptop, you can rest assured you’ll have power when you need it most.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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