Carry lots of books in a lightweight form factor.
Catch up on your reading wherever you find yourself.
Need to buy e-books as well.
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Less chance to forget something important.
Some include built-in batteries.
It’s one more thing to pack.
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It can be tough to find the right one to fit all your gear.
Switch between audio- and e-books for some titles.
Listen on a machine you’re bringing already.
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Requires a paid subscription.
Audiobooks aren’t for everyone.
Audiobooks provide great entertainment on a long flight.
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And some Kindle e-readers even work with Audible for seamless swapping between reading and listening whenever you want.
Useful tools like electronic locks and built-in tracking.
Designed with travel gadgets and tech in mind.
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More expensive than a regular carry-on.
Airlines limit battery capacity you’re free to bring on a plane.
Since smart bags typically include built-in equipment charging, you may not need to pack a separate power bank.
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Effectively shuts out distractions.
Less likely to bleed sound that could annoy seatmates.
Batteries may not last the entire flight.
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Noise cancellation takes extra power.
The downside is that wirelessnoise-canceling headphonesand earbuds only last so long between charges.
And noise cancellation requires additional power.
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Still, we consider noise-canceling headphones one of the most essential parts of any traveling kit.
Stash Wired Earbuds as a Backup
Easy backup for batter-powered headphones.
Compact and doesn’t take up much space.
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Can provide decent quality sound.
Some devices will need an adapter.
Wires can get tangled.
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Packing a backup pair of wired headphones or earbuds is an easy solution to power-drained wireless headphones.
Try an Airplane Bluetooth Adapter
Use wireless headphones with in-flight entertainment.
Works with other devices without built-in Bluetooth.
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Some airlines use non-standard audio jacks.
It’s one more thing to remember to keep charged.
Small and easily lost.
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If you like taking advantage of in-flight entertainment options, consider purchasing and/or packing an airplane-compatibleBluetoothadapter.
The result is that you’re able to lean back and relax without worrying about tangled cords.
you might also use these devices with portable game systems and gym equipment.
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Good for children prone to knocking devices over.
Compact and easy to carry.
Doesn’t work on bulkhead sets.
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Can be compatibility issues with some airplane seats.
No need to bring international adapters.
Compact and easy to store.
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Need to verify power needs of all your devices.
Still need to pack charging cables.
Pick and choose your favorite songs or podcasts.
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you’re able to download a lot of songs.
Not available from every streaming service.
Takes up a lot of space on your phone.
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Beyond music, some video streaming services also allow you to download TV shows and movies for offline viewing.
Some can charge via USB.
One more thing to pack that takes up space.
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Useless if the batteries die.
A mini handheld fan can be a lifesaver if youre traveling anywhere remotely warm.
Look for a fan with a built-in rechargeable battery to keep it powered up as needed.
Less clutter in your carry-on.
Saves you from buying cables during your trip.
Need to find one that works with all of your gadgets.
Might need other cables for data transfer.
Track Your Luggage with GPS or Bluetooth
Options for GPS and Bluetooth tracking.
GPS trackers can locate your luggage.
Convenient and don’t require a subscription.
Most rely on nearby devices connected to same internet.
Pinpoint locating limited to small number of trackers.
GPS trackers require an ongoing subscription.
The best way to check that your luggage doesnt get lost is to pick up a luggage tracker.
GPS luggage trackers are more precise but typically require a monthly subscription.
Theyre less expensive to purchase, and they also dont require a subscription.
Charge Mid-Air With a Portable Power Bank
Keep devices powered even on long flights.
Power multiple devices at once.
Charge devices when only one outlet is available.
Airlines limit how much battery capacity you might pack.
Can’t be placed in checked luggage.
All of your travel gadgets require power, and you wont always be able to find a power outlet.
Stick to power banks that provide no more than 27,000 mAh or 100 Wh.
Good entertainment during layovers.
Expensive if you don’t already have one.
Harder to work on than a laptop.
Tabletsare remarkably flexible devices that dont take up much space, making them great for long flights and layovers.
Theyre more compact than laptops and useful for both productivity and entertainment.
TheiPad Mini and iPad Airare both great options for travel since theyre compact and relatively low-cost.
Pack a Portable Game System for More Entertainment Options
Lots of gaming options.
Potential for multi-player fun.
Catch up on games you’ve been meaning to play.
Portable game systems take up a lot of space.
Expensive if you don’t already own one.
We recommend theNintendo Switchfor console gamers and the Steam Deck for PC gamers.
Easy access to important documents.
Less digging around for documents in your bags.
Single point of failure if you lose your phone.
Digital drivers licenses aren’t available everywhere.
