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Essential travel tech to take away with you this summer

It’s the time of the year again where many of us are going away travelling to make the most out of summer.

As a tech enthusiast and gadget geek, there are some items that I simply cannot live without, that is why I decided it was the right time to share the tech items I will be taking on my travels this year.

While some of the items I will be sharing in this article are for entertainment, others are essential items I recommend taking with you whenever you travel long distances.

So, without any further ado, here are the things I have in my travel tech backpack this summer…

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Bag: Spiral Transporter Deluxe Cabin Backpack

Starting with the bag, the Spiral Transporter Deluxe Cabin backpack is ideal if you’re traveling by air as airlines tend to have strict baggage rules. But before making the purchase, I highly recommend checking with your airline to ensure it meets the size restrictions.

Luckily for me, the Spiral Transporter Deluxe Cabin backpack is perfect for the airlines I usually travel with.

The dimensions of the backpack are 40 x 25 by 20cm and it has a 20 litre capacity that is expandable to 27 litres, thanks to it’s roll up design.

The bag has multiple pockets ideal for small tech items and an inner hidden zip pocket ideal for valuables. The bag also has a padded laptop compartment, that will take laptops up to 15”.

Overall, a great backpack for taking away with you this summer.

iPad: iPad Pro 11” 2nd generation

As someone who commutes via train on a weekly basis, my iPad has become my main computer for writing blog posts, consuming content and it has become the main device I use for my computing needs.

Released in 2020, I know that the 11” iPad Pro isn’t the latest or the greatest device on the market, but it served me well and it continues to serve me well till this day.

My iPad is my everything, I’ve already mentioned that it’s the main device I use to write blog posts on and for consuming content, but it goes further than that. I use it as my planner, notebook, I read books on it and I even play the occasional game on it.

I simply can’t imagine not taking my iPad with me on my travels. You never know when you might need a bigger screen.

Based on my overall experience with the iPad Pro 11” 2nd generation, I think that Apple have nailed it with this device. Not only has it lasted me a long time, but it continues to serve me well.

On top of that, it’s the perfect size for travel. I find that it fits perfectly on train tray tables and on small café tables. I use it with the Hou keyboard case which feels good to type on and the trackpad feels good to use.

Phone: Samsung Galaxy S25

I recently switched to the Samsung Galaxy S25 for my main smartphone. Based on my experience so far, I think it’s a fantastic phone with a decent camera and some great features.

After daily driving the iPhone 14 Pro Max for a long time, I wanted something smaller and after thinking about it for a while and examining my options, I finally decided to go with the S25.

These days, a smartphone is important for travelling, especially as there are many airlines and transport companies who support e-tickets and electronic boarding passes.

On top of that, there are many apps out there that will help you stay on top of things as you travel. From informing you of platform changes to the gate your aircraft is departing from or even tracking your plane. Some of my favourite include Trip.com, which is the main booking app I use for hotels, train trips, coach trips and more. Flightradar24 as well as a handful of other apps including the app of the airline I travel with.

Earbuds: Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Travel can be a hectic experience, especially if you are travelling by public transport, that’s why I recommend investing in a decent set of active noise cancelling (ANC) earbuds or headphones.

My current daily drivers are the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro, which I think sound fantastic and have decent ANC and transparency modes.

They are also the primary earbuds I use for commuting to and from work by train, and based on my experience so far, I think they work great while travelling via public transport.

Personally, I prefer earbuds for travel as they aren’t too bulky and they fit in my pocket nicely.

Portable Speaker: JBL Go 3

When I travel, I always like to take a portable speaker with me. and

The speaker I’ve been using for a while is the JBL Go 3, which is a fantastic little speaker that offers robustness and great sound quality.

According to their website, the JBL Go 3 gives you up to 5 hours of playtime on a single charge, which is roughly what I’ve been seeing when using it for extended periods of time.

It’s also IP67 dust and splash resistant making it ideal for travel.

Power Bank: Ugreen PB312 20,000 mAh

When ever I commute to work or go on day trips, I always bring a power bank with me. For long distance trips, I bring the Ugreen PB312 power bank which offers 20,000 mAh as well as fast charging.

The power bank features two USB-A ports as well as a USB-C port which can be used to charge the power bank or for power delivery.

Speaking of which, the USB-C supports 20W PD fast charging, whereas the dual USB-A ports deliver up to 22.5W.

The power bank is equipped with many features such as overcharge, over-discharge, overcurrent, over-temperature, short circuit protection and more.

Travel Adapter: iBlockCube Nimble

I’ve tried many travel adapters over the years, but this travel adapter by iBlockCube is one of my favourites. I like it so much that I actually bought another one.

Not only is this adapter compatible in over 150 countries, but it also features 2 USB-C ports, 1 of which is capable of fast charging and 3 USB-A ports, which makes it ideal for charging your tech when you travel.

On top of that, it also features many safety features including a fuse (with a spare fuse for replacement), internal spike and surge protection as well as a design with safety in mind. The adapter will only allow you to extend one set of charging needles at a time.

Overall, a fantastic product to take with you on your travels.

Since we’re talking about chargers and travel adapters, I also wanted to mention that I take a handful of cables with me, including a few USB-C cables as well as my watch charging cable and a few standard charging blocks.

Tracker: AirTag

If you are travelling by air and you have a compatible iPhone or iPad, I recommend putting AirTags into your luggage.

I do it because it gives me a piece of mind that my bag made it onto the plane with me and that I know where it is if it gets lost.

I mentioned previously that my primary phone is the Samsung Galaxy S25, so you’re probably wondering why I’m using AirTags. I actually use my iPad to track them. I have thought bout getting the Samsung equivalent, but I had quite a few AirTags in my tech drawer, so I decided to use them instead.

VPN: Proton VPN

I know that it isn’t an item I put into my bag, but I wanted to mention Proton VPN which I use for securing my device when connecting to public hotspots.

In all fairness, I don’t tend to connect to public hotspots often, but sometimes I have to, especially when I travel abroad as roaming charges can be expensive.

I’ve recently been trying out the Proton suite of apps including their VPN for when connecting to hotspots and so far I’m impressed, best of all, they even have a free option.

As a a paying customer of Proton products, I can’t recommend them enough. That is why I am leaving my affiliate link.

Final Thoughts

When I travel, I tend to pack light, but some of the tech items I mentioned in this article are essential to me.

Apart from what I mentioned above, I also take a few non-tech things with me such as an empty bottle that I can refill at airports and train stations. I also take a RFID protected wallet with me. I’m currently using this Dodensha card wallet. I like it as it has a coin pocket and an area for cash.

What are the tech products you take with you when you travel? Let us know in the comments!