A phone is no longer optional when you travel; it’s essential. It stores your reservation info and boarding passes, helps you navigate strange cities, maybe even translates for you. And if yours get lost, stolen or dropped into the ocean, you could have a serious problem.
So if you’re taking an extended trip, especially one overseas, consider packing an inexpensive backup phone. For example, the Motorola Moto G Power (typically around $180) is surprisingly capable, with a big screen, great battery life, even expandable storage. And it’s globally unlocked, so it can work with any carrier.
Speaking of which, it also supports eSIM technology, meaning you can easily add cellular service to it — no need to hunt down a SIM card.
And don’t…
