I watched as my friend tried to squish her tech cables back into her suitcase. When it comes to how to travel with tech, cable management is top of the list.
How to travel with tech cables
I have a system to organize and safely pack all the cables into my bag. First I get a large Ziploc bag. You want a large bag so can wriggle cables into the suitcase. Most importantly I label the bag with the contents the night before travelling. This way I have think about what tech am I taking. And I have a list of contents to check when packing to go home.
Most people will remember their phone changer. But what about your smart watch charger? Earbuds? Taking a tablet? Or if you’re taking the usual working vacation of a small business owner, your laptop charger?
Got power?
We just saw a ton of flight delays with the Crowdstrike bad update. You might get delayed at the airport or worse sitting on a plane stuck on the tarmac. It’s a good idea to pack a portable power charger.
What to look for in a power charger? Does it have the ports you need? USB-C? Old fashioned USB? Is the portable charger designed for little devices (phones, earbuds) or can it charge your laptop.
PC Mag just did a review of the best portable power chargers. Their prices are American dollars and some items might not be available in Canada. But they provide a good overview for what to look for in a portable charger.
Traveling to Europe or Asia?
If you’re travelling to Europe or Asia, do you have the right power plug? Get a universal travel power adapter. Travel power adapters range in price from about $25 to $50.
Remember to keep your hot tech cool while you travel.
