During my time in India, I was told by many people I resemble a few Bollywood actors, but in particular Aashish Chaudhary. I didn’t see it until someone showed me this picture, what do you think, a resemblance?

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I enjoy signs like these because I think it reveals something about the structure of the language translator’s language. Or the translator’s grasp of either language. Either way, we can all appreciate the amusement.

Photo from a Starbucks bathroom door in Tokyo, Japan.

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Smaller devices seem to have faster turn around (probably why so many people are clamoring for the latest phones) and we’re getting to a point across the board where hardware is so good, incremental updates aren’t big incentives to upgrade. Tim Cook knows this when it comes to slumping iPad sales. As travelers we generally prioritize reliable, functional gadgets so,

When was the last time you updated one of your devices and which one was it?

I tend to use and upgrade electronic devices until they’re physically beat and digitally obsolete so some of the tech gear and gadgets I travel with could probably use a refresh. I’m curious to hear what phone, tablet, laptop, or all of the above is on your chopping block. Let me know in the comments below!

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I’ve been using the Osprey Sojourn 60 liter roller-backpack convertible for some time now and highly recommend it.

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