by Ned S. Levi | Jan 6, 2014
Since 2008, I’ve been writing about the random inspection and confiscation program of any traveler’s electronic devices by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) upon entering the US while still at the border. US citizenship offers no immunity from the CBP...
by Ned S. Levi | Sep 16, 2013
Since 2008, I’ve been writing about the random inspection and confiscation program of any traveler’s electronic devices by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) upon entering the US while still at the border. Being a US citizen doesn’t make you...
by Ned S. Levi | Aug 12, 2013
Smartphones have become “de rigueur” travel tools in the 21st Century. Their apps are invaluable to help with emergencies, travel planning, and reservations of all kinds, while at or away from home. They can help guide travelers to their destinations while walking or...
by Ned S. Levi | Oct 8, 2012
Last week in my column, How’s the iPhone 5 for travelers?, I wrote about the new iPhone, but any review of the iPhone 5 isn’t complete without also looking at its new operating system, iOS6, which can also be installed in the iPhone 4S, 4, and 3GS. While iOS6 is...
by Ned S. Levi | Oct 1, 2012
I’ve had an iPhone 5 for a short time now to test and review it with regard to its use by travelers. Here’s my initial assessment. While the iPhone 5 sets a new mark as a high quality, highly useful smartphone, there’s nothing revolutionary about it,...