EIGHT MUST-HAVE TECH GADGETS FOR THE BUSINESS TRAVELERS

To succeed in business, you have to stay connected, even when traveling abroad. Modern telecommunications and computing gear helps businessmen and women stay in touch and stay productive even when they’re a continent away. Step down converters and adapters help them safely use their equipment while traveling.

For tech savvy business travelers journeying abroad for vacation or business purposes, these items are must-haves:

• Laptops – Taking your laptop along with you when you travel abroad helps ensure you have access to important documents and files, and also the applications you need to use them. When traveling abroad, it’s important to keep your laptop in a satchel or backpack with adequate impact protection to avoid damage.

USB Drives – About the size of a matchbox and able to store significant amounts of data, USB drives are helpful for business travelers. When traveling, you may not always have Internet access, making getting into cloud storage impossible. A USB drive allows you to store important documents and files, and bring them up on your laptop any time you choose.

GSM Cell Phones – Global System for Mobiles cell phones are the industry standard for much of Europe. Buying a GSM phone when traveling abroad is highly recommended, as they are the most compatible with telecommunications companies there.

Personal Care Products – Don’t let your grooming go by the wayside just because you’re on vacation. There are a variety of electronic grooming products that can help keep you looking your best, including electric toothbrushes, nose hair trimmers, beard clippers, and more.

External Batteries – External batteries you can carry along will help ensure you can keep your device charged even when an electric outlet is unavailable. Compact and easy to carry, external batteries are extremely helpful for long plane, bus, or train rides.

Adapters – Electrical outlets are not universal throughout the globe. Many countries have different physical configurations for their electric sockets and plugs. An adapter will allow American electronics to work with these differently-shaped outlets.

Converters – Physical differences aren’t the only differences between American electrical outlets and those abroad. Many countries use a higher voltage than U.S. electrical outlets do. A 220 to 110 converter allows Americans to safely use their electronic gear when traveling overseas. Connecting U.S. electronics to a 220-volt outlet is a terrible idea; it will fry the electronics and may result in a fire.

Transformers – Converters work well, but they’re not intended for lengthy use. If your device draws a lot of power and will need to be operational for an extended period, a transformer should be in your travel gear.

f you’re traveling abroad, it’s wise to find out what type of electrical outlets your host country uses and pack accordingly. A brief Google search can easily fill you in on whether you’ll need an adapter, a converter, or both, to use local electrical connections to charge your devices.

110220Volts sells adapters, converters, and transformers that help travelers stay connected by keeping their devices charged while overseas. 110220Volts offers a wide selection of electronics, including region-free DVD players and much more. For help or a consultation, call 1-800-827-9978.