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Sep 18, 2019

Travel News Gadgets Related - September 2019

Uber unveils new skyport designs for Uber Air
techcrunch.com/2019/06/11/uber-unveils-new-skyport-designs

The SIX is the best travel luggage ever designed… and it doesn’t have any tech inside
yankodesign.com/2019/the-six-is-the-best-travel-luggage-ever-designed-and-it-doesnt-have-any-tech-inside

Tesla’s Sentry Mode
electrek.co/2019/tesla-sentry-mode-first-look-space-odyssey-ai-easter-egg

Travel News Gadgets Related - June 2019

Tesla Model Y
theverge.com/tesla-model-y-suv-compact-announcement-price-release-date-features-elon-musk

Tesla Model Y is a mid-sized crossover SUV. It is based on Model 3 platform and a bit smaller than the Model X. Battery range for Model Y ranges from 230 to 300 miles depending on the battery size, with 0-60 acceleration falling from 5.9 to 3.5 seconds. It will be available to order in 2020.

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Travel News Gadgets Related - March 2019

U.S. citizens will need a visa to visit Europe in 2021
npr.org/2019/eu-officials-move-to-clarify-rules-for-u-s-travelers-after-erroneous-visa-report
EU will require citizens from countries that don't currently require visas, including the United States, to apply for authorization in order to visit member states. The authorization would need be submitted through European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS).

Travel News Gadgets Related - February 2019

Latest Travel And Gadgets News

Galaxy Fold was just announced by Samsung. It is a technological innovation in terms of phone construction. Fold combines the size and convenience of a phone with the viewing area of a tablet. When folded, it is a small phone that is just slight thicker than most currently on the market. One of the best features shown so far is that if you start an app while in phone view, you can continue with the same one when unfolded. It creates a seamless transition.

Fold features:
» flexible, 7.3-inch AMOLED display
» a hinge with interlocking gears
» dual battery system with Wireless PowerShare
» biometric fingerprint security
» AKG speakers
» 5G and LTE capabilities
» six-lens camera system
» triple app multitasking
» And a hefty price of $1980

Travel News - Gadget Related - June

Hotel Travel

Hilton Adds Free Showtime Streaming To Connected Rooms
mediapost.com/publications/article/318391/hilton-adds-free-showtime-streaming-to-connected.html

Travel News - Gadget Related - March

Audi Integrates Toll Payments Into Car
mediapost.com/publications/article/314868/audi-integrates-toll-payments-into-car.html

Travel News - Gadgets Related - January

How Air Travel Will Change in 2018
cntraveler.com/story/how-air-travel-will-change-in-2018

In 2018, airlines and airports are rolling out a slew of innovations that could at least take some of the sting out of getting from point A to B

Travel News - Gadgets Related - October

Travel News - Gadgets Related - October

JetBlue’s customer service can now track you across every platform
theverge.com/2017/8/8/16108526/jetblue-gladly-customer-service-overhaul-text-twitter

“Seventy-one percent of customers use at least three channels to communicate....Gladly is going to take all of those communications and consolidate it into one platform.”

Travel News - Gadget Related - May

Travel News - Gadget Related - May

UK driving tests will now include a section on satellite navigation
qz.com/uk-driving-tests-will-now-include-a-section-on-satellite-navigation

Condé Nast Traveler used an iPhone pic for its cover shot

Travel News - Gadget Related - April

Travel News - Gadget Related - April

Secret Tool For Sneaky Vacation Planning On The Low At Work
mashable.com/2017/04/07/kayak-sfw-vacation-planning

The site just launched a brand new under-the-radar page design to help wanderlusting office drones plan out their trips at work without risking the wrath of busybody bosses. KAYAK At Work looks just like an Excel doc—but it's actually a fully-functional trip planning page.

Travel News - Gadget Related - January

Travel News - Gadget Related - January

5 ways tech will make flying better in 2017
businessinsider.com/how-tech-will-improve-air-travel-2017-1

A Luggage Tracker Mobile App

Travel News - Gadget Related - July

Amazon's Kindle Gets Slender for Beach Season
- It is thinner and lighter - 6.7 x 4.7 x 0.35 inches; 5.6 ounces
- Comes in black or white
- Will feature 512MG of RAM (up from 256MG
- Built-in Bluetooth audio support
- All Kindles will get

Travel News - Gadget Related - May

Travel News - Gadget Related - May

From Travel Sites & Blogs:

Google's Project Fi for Travelers: It's Great, If You Can Use It
Google Project Fi is a new US-based cell service that is able to switch automatically between the T-Mobile and Sprint networks as needed, and you could call and text over Wi-fi. Also included are free texts, $0.20/min calls and data at $10 per GB. With no annual contract required.
https://fi.google.com/about/

A sneak peek at Google’s upcoming travel app, Trips
techcrunch.com/2016/04/29/a-sneak-peek-at-googles-upcoming-travel-app-trips

Review: Skross World Adapter MUV USB
traveltech.about.com/Review-Skross-World-Adapter-MUV-USB

Skross World Adapter

SKROSS® World Adapter PRO Light from SKROSS on Vimeo.

Features of gaming gadgets to travel with
outoftownblog.com/features-of-gaming-gadgets-to-travel-with

Travel Tip: Apps for Packing, Lost Luggage, and Food Allergies
petergreenberg.com/2016/04/29/travel-tip-travel-apps

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for the Traveling Mom
jmanandmillerbug.com/2016/05/mothers-day-gift-ideas-traveling-mom.html

Mother's Day Travel Tech Gift Guide
traveltechgadgets.com/2016/05/mothers-day-travel-tech-gift-guide.html

JetBlue Rewards Passengers Every Time a Baby Cries During Flight
cntraveler.com/stories/2016-05-03/jetblue-rewards-passengers-every-time-a-baby-cries-during-flight

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Jan 21, 2016

Travel News - Gadget Related - January

11 Remarkably Useful Chrome Extensions for Travelers
http://toomanyadapters.com/chrome-extensions-travelers

My Top 10 Must-Haves for International Travel
http://www.babble.com/babble-voices/my-top-10-must-haves-for-international-travel

Panasonic Debut Lumix DMC-ZS60 Travel Camera
http://www.ubergizmo.com/2016/01/lumix-dmc-zx60-travel-camera

From Travel Blogs:

Portable Personal Safe for Traveling from Master Lock
pennsylvaniaandbeyondtravelblog.com/2016/01/portable-personal-safe-for-traveling.html

How to Choose the Best Travel Blow Dryer
herpackinglist.com/2015/10/how-to-choose-the-best-travel-blow-dryer/

New Travel Gear You Can Use On Your Next Trip
petergreenberg.com/2015/10/19/new-travel-gear

3 Solid Reasons Why a Headlamp is the Best Travel Flashlight
travelfashiongirl.com/best-travel-flashlight

The One Little Thing: Noise Cancelling Headphones
herpackinglist.com/2015/12/noise-cancelling-headphones

5 Best Lightweight Laptops for Travelers
http://outoftownblog.com/5-best-lightweight-laptops-for-travelers/

Simple and Stylish Travel Accessories You Need To Use
practicaltravelgear.com/simple-and-stylish-travel-accessories-you-need-to-use

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Dec 17, 2015

Travel News - Gadget Related - December

7 Easy Tips for Taking Way Better Travel Photos (+ The Gear I Use)
www.bemytravelmuse.com/how-to-improve-my-travel-photograph/

Expedia to acquire HomeAway for $3.9bn
www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/expedia-to-acquire-homeaway

Best Water Bottle with Filter Guide ~ What to Buy and Why
gogreentravelgreen.com/water-bottle-with-filter

10 Top Tips for Safe Family Travel
www.familiesgotravel.com/2015/11/10-top-tips-for-safe-family-travel

United Airlines rolls out iPhones to airport staff
breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-rolls-out-iphones-to-airport-staff

Travel Gadget: Momax 11200mAh iPower GO+ External Battery Pack Review
outoftownblog.com/travel-gadget-momax-11200mah-ipower-go-external-battery-pack-review/

Travel Tip: Why It’s Illegal for Hotels to Block Wi-Fi Hotspots
petergreenberg.com/2015/11/25/illegal-hotels-block-wi-fi-hotspots/

How tech has changed the way we travel
www.thetravelchica.com/2015/11/how-tech-has-changed-the-way-we-travel

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Nov 12, 2015

Travel News - Gadget Related - November

What to Look For in a Travel Mouse
http://traveltech.about.com/od/Accessories/fl/What-to-Look-For-in-a-Travel-Mouse.htm

9 Travel-Friendly Toys For Holiday Gifts
http://www.familiesgotravel.com/2015/10/9-travel-friendly-toys-for-holiday-gifts/

The Best All-Around Headphones For Travelers: A Review Of The Bose QuietComfort 20
http://foxnomad.com/2015/11/03/the-best-all-around-headphones-for-travelers-a-review-of-the-bose-quietcomfort-20/

Travel Photography Products Roundup: Pack the Gear to Get the Shot
http://herpackinglist.com/2015/11/travel-photography-products-roundup/

Top Five Holiday Travel Apps
http://myitchytravelfeet.com/2015/11/03/holiday-travel-apps/

An In-Depth Review of the Fitbit Charge HR for Travelers
http://toomanyadapters.com/review-fitbit-charge-hr-travelers/

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Oct 29, 2015

Travel News - Gadget Related

Movies & Shows Are Now Up In The Air:

Netflix on Virgin America
These companies announced a deal where travelers on Virgin America planes will be able to access their Netflix account right in there seat and stream shows and movies via WiFi. Virgin America is putting in new technology on all of its new planes with satellite-based Internet connectivity that is designed to get over the technical hurdles that prevent streaming video and other bandwidth-intensive services while in flight.
virginamerica.com/virgin-america-teams-up-with-netflix-to-offer-travelers-free-wifi-access

Amazon Prime on JetBlue
JetBlue has satellite-powered Wi-Fi, called Fly-Fi, to provide free, basic internet access on its flights. Similar to the deal above, JetBlue and Amazon have announced a partnership that will let passengers enjoy unlimited, on-demand entertainment. Passengers with Amazon Prime memberships will be able to watch movies and TV shows at 35,000 feet, at no additional cost to their membership. While customers can use JetBlue's free Wi-Fi tier, they will still have to pay whatever Amazon rental fees apply.

Here’s How Airplane Wi-Fi Works

From Travel Blogs:

My Favourite Travel Photography Gear
notwithoutmypassport.com/travel-photography

Travel Gadget: Canon EOS M3 Review
outoftownblog.com/canon-m3

Travel Tip: Risky Places to Use Free Wi-Fi Hotspots
petergreenberg.com/travel-tip-ricky-places-use-wi-fi-hotspots

7 useful travel gadgets
www.atlasandboots.com/useful-travel-gadgets

Julie’s gadget diary – Vacation tech lessons learned and a few travel tips
the-gadgeteer.com/julies-gadget-diary-vacation-tech-lessons-learned-and-a-few-travel-tips/

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Dec 4, 2014

10 Travel Problems Solved by Technology

10 Travel Problems Solved by Technology (click to tweet)

Travel problems today, gone tomorrow with some new tech gadgets and apps.
These tips help diminish common travel problems and make your trip much more enjoyable