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Use One Cell Phone In Two (Or More) Countries

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One of the biggest issues for expats is staying connected with friends and family in both their home and new countries. I just came back from a month-long visit to the US, and I have some good news for cell phone users. Whether your preferred phone is smart or dumb, it's become super easy to use the same device as you go from country to country -- without paying extortionate roaming charges! The trick is to start with an unlocked phone. (Apple users, you'll need to jailbreak your phone if you …

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How to Watch Your Favorite US TV Shows from Anywhere in the World

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From the archives. . . It's not a VPN (virtual private network), but it lets you watch US TV shows on your computer, TV, tablet, phone or game device. It's perfect for expats and travelers who want to keep up with favorite shows, sports and other entertainment from "home." It's called UnoTelly. After I wrote about VPNs a while back, a UnoTelly rep approached me with some information about their product and offered me a free trial account to test it out. I was skeptical. Honestly, I'm not …

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EarthVPN: Another Virtual Private Network that Protects Your Privacy

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When you're traveling or living abroad, it's nice -- and sometimes necessary -- to access familiar websites from home. Unfortunately, it's not always possible. Unless you're using a VPN, or virtual private network. A VPN creates a private internet "tunnel" that lets you do two important things. If you're using public WiFi, it protects you from snoopers You can access sites that are "country restricted" Some VPNs go even farther in protecting your privacy. Recently I was introduced to a VPN …

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The NSA (aka Big Brother) is Watching You

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If you believe recent allegations, the NSA has been spying on your internet activity for years. They say they don't target US citizens. They do target communications between the US and other countries. So, if you're a US expat living abroad, or if you're an expat in the US, you're a target. And it's not just you. Apparently once they drag you into their net, they go after all the people you're in touch with and all the people they're in touch with. That can turn into a pretty big group of …

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What’s the Weakest Link in YOUR Portable Career?

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The internet makes portable careers possible. Whether your portable career involves writing, building websites, photography or something else, you rely on the internet to keep you connected to clients, coworkers and bosses. You also need the internet to update your website or blog, offer items for sale, and myriad other tasks. So what happens when your internet lets you down? If you don't plan for it, you could find yourself unplugged and unemployed. I was reminded of this vividly just today. …

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How to Stay Connected Overseas without Breaking the Bank

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Recently a reader told me he'd appreciate "any suggestions on how to stay connected." When it comes to staying in touch with family, friends and business back home, a little planning before you leave can save you lots of money and frustration. All these suggestions will work whether you're traveling short-term or living long-term. Mobile Phone Your cell phone may not work outside your home country. Before you travel, make sure you have an unlocked phone that uses a SIM card and works on the …

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