There are two things I won’t go on a trip without. One is a powerbank and the other is a VPN

Almost every year, I take advantage of Easter to escape outside. I am one of those manic people who prepares an endless list with pen and paper so as not to leave anything behind, whether it be clothes or tech things. In the latter, beyond the mobile phone or chargers, There are two things that I never lackas the title of this article says: one is a powerbank (I have a 20,000 mAh one) and the other, a VPN. The first thing is obvious: I want to prevent both my cell phone and my partner’s from running out of battery. The VPN, which I have installed on my mobile and laptop, is a tool that I carry to use, especially If I am going to use public WiFi like that of the airport or that of a hotel. Because? To increase my security. There are still a few days left and I haven’t chosen which one I will take, although a free one is not an option. Of those that I have on my radar, one of the most interesting is Surfshark: it is easy to use, I can install it on all my devices and it only costs 1.88 euros per month in its two-year modality. Surfshark Starter Subscription – monthly The price could vary. We earn commission from these links More security on public WiFi networks at the click of a button As we have already told you more than once, although there are free VPNs, Its security leaves something to be desired in most cases. For this reason, it makes a lot of sense to opt for a paid one like Surfshark if we are looking for an extra security in generalbut especially in those WiFi networks that we find when we travel abroad. Simply install and activate it to pass all our Internet traffic through a secure tunnel. This way you increase your privacymaking it more difficult for third parties to track your activity. Additionally, as I mentioned above, Surfshark has the added bonus that, with a single account, you can install it on all your devices. And if we talk about price, in the case of Surfshark, the truth is that it’s not that bad. Its 24-month modality costs 1.88 euros per month, which is a total of 50.76 euros. To this we must add that the company gives us 3 extra months, so we will enjoy the service for 27 months. It is an affordable price, but even more so if we take into account that we will have a VPN for a while, both at home and if we are going to travel again during all this time. Some of the links in this article are affiliated and may provide a benefit to Xataka. In case of non-availability, offers may vary. Images | Daniel Nelson, Phil Mosley In Xataka | Why it is dangerous to connect to public Wi-Fi and what you should do to protect yourself In Xataka | Best VPNs 2026: guide with the 17 best services to protect your online privacy

almost more powerbank than mobile and power to assault the high range

February and March mark the launch of almost all companies. It is that first segment of the year in which a multitude of devices are presented and launched, and POCO did not want to miss the party. We already had the POCO F8, but the rest of the family members were missing, some POCO X8 Pro that have already made their debut. Next, we go with all the characteristics of the POCO X8 Pro and POCO X8 Pro Max, two models that are very similar and that, above all, share something very striking: a battery that seems fireproof. bit x8 pro poco x8 pro max DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 157.5 x 75.1 x 8.38mm 201.4 grams 162.9 x 77.9 x 8.2mm 218 grams SCREEN 6.59-inch AMOLED panel 2,756 x 1,268 pixels 120Hz refresh 3,500 nits peak brightness 3840Hz PWM 6.83-inch AMOLED panel 2,772 x 1,280 pixels 120Hz refresh 3,500 nits peak brightness 3840Hz PWM PROCESSOR Dimensity 8500 Ultra Dimensity 9500s RAM MEMORY 8/12 GB LPDDR5X 12GB LPDDR5X STORAGE 256/512GB 256/512GB REAR CAMERAS Main 50 megapixel f/1.5, OIS 8 Mpx f/2.2 wide angle Main 50 megapixel f/1.5, OIS 8 Mpx f/2.2 wide angle FRONT CAMERA 20 Mpx 20 Mpx battery 6,500 mAh 100W charging 27W reverse charging 8,500 mAh 100W charging 27W reverse charging operating system Android HyperOS 3 Android HyperOS 3 connectivity Wi-Fi 6 NFC Bluetooth 6.0 GPS, BEIDOU, GLONASS, GALILEO Wi-Fi 7 NFC Bluetooth 6.0 GPS, BEIDOU, GLONASS, GALILEO others IP69K certification Corning Gorilla Glass 7i IP69K certification Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor Corning Gorilla Glass 7i price 309 euros (initial offer) 429 euros (initial offer) This is how Xiaomi makes money – they attract you and trap you A design that sounds familiar to us The two models are very similar. They share colors, they share a design with flat sides and both the screen and the back without curvature. Also vertical cameras that are the most distinctive element at first glance. While the Pro has two separate cameras, the Pro Max includes them in a module that stands out from the rest of the rear. The design, in both cases, is very similar to what was seen on the iPhone 17. And another clear evidence between the two is the size. Both have a screen with identical characteristics with a high density of pixels per inch, a peak brightness of 3,500 nits and something very interesting: a high PWM, of 3,840 Hz. The refresh rate is 120 Hz and the difference is the diagonal: 6.59 inches for the Pro, 6.83 for the Pro Max. Bet on MediaTek and huge batteries If both are similar in design and screen, it is inside where the Pro Max makes the differences. Both models rely on a MediaTek SoC, but the range is totally different. If the POCO It is an SoC manufactured in a 3 nanometer lithography much more sophisticated than the 4 nm of the 8500, but it also has a core configuration seeking raw power. One core up to 3.73 GHz, three up to 3.3 GHz and four efficiency cores at 2.4 GHz. The NPU is also more capable for artificial intelligence actions and in both cases the memory is LPDDR5X. The battery is another differentiating element. The POCO X8 Pro has a 6,500 mAh battery with a 100 W charge… compared to the 8,500 mAh of the POCO It maintains 100 W charging and it is commendable to have that capacity in a mobile phone that is 8.2 millimeters thick. When we do the analysis of the POCO Cameras of the new POCO X8 Pro The differences between the two are in size, processor and battery. In terms of cameras, they are virtually identical: 50 megapixel sensors for the main one, 8 megapixels for the wide angle and 20 megapixels for the front one. However, although the sensor, aperture and stabilization in both models is identical, that of the POCO X8 Pro is a Sony IMX882 and that of the Pro Max is a Light Fusion 600. According to the company, it is a new sensor philosophy to capture better photos in any condition. We’ll see what this means in the real world, since the Sony sensor in the Pro model is already known for its interesting results. Oh, and in both models, the main camera has optical stabilization. Versions and price of the POCO X8 Pro and POCO X8 Pro Max Given the features, it is time to address the price. You can now buy the two models on the Xiaomi website, and in both cases there is an initial offer of 100 euros. The prices are as follows for the POCO X8 Pro: POCO X8 Pro 8 GB + 256 GB – 399.99 euros, 309.99 initial offer POCO X8 Pro 8 GB + 512 GB – 339.99 euros, 449.99 initial offer POCO X8 Pro 12 GB + 512 GB – 479.99 euros, 369.99 initial offer For him POCO X8 Pro Max: POCO X8 Pro Max 12 GB + 256 GB – 529.99 euros, 429.99 initial offer POCO X8 Pro Max 12 GB + 512 GB – 579.99 euros, 469.99 initial offer In Xataka | China already has two chip manufacturers with 7nm technology. This is very bad news for the US and its allies.

This Christmas I won’t go on a trip without my powerbank. It has a screen and can charge up to a computer

I never got around to using the portable battery that I bought many years ago because it took many hours to charge, but a few months ago I bought the Anker Prime Power Bankwhich usually hangs around 75 eurosand the truth is that I am using it a lot, especially for traveling. And for next Christmas I have it clear: it is one of the devices that I am going to use the most. The price could vary. We earn commission from these links A powerbank that I now carry almost everywhere The practical thing about the Anker Prime Power Bank is that it is a portable battery very powerful (up to 200W), so it can be used for a wide variety of devices, whether the mobilewhich is usually the most common, the tabletheadphones and even Compatible laptops like MacBook. Another point to highlight is that it comes with a 20,000 mAh capacitythus allowing devices to be recharged several times. It incorporates a total of three USB ports (one USB-A and two USB-C) and allows you to recharge up to three devices at the same time. At the design level, the most particular thing is that incorporates a screenwhich is quite useful both to see how much autonomy you have left and to check at what power each device is recharging. On the other hand, the portable battery also comes with a USB-C cable and a carrying bag. You may also be interested Anker Nano Power Bank 10,000 mAh Powerbank with Integrated USB-C Cable, PD 30W Maximum Power with 1 x USB-C & A, Compatible with iPhone 17/16/15/14 Series, MacBook, Galaxy, iPad, AirPods and more The price could vary. We earn commission from these links UGREEN Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 130W, Portable Charger with 2 USB C and 1 Type A External Battery with Screen, Compatible with MacBook iPad, iPhone 17 Pro MAX Air 16 15, Galaxy S24 Ultra, Gray The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Some of the links in this article are affiliated and may provide a benefit to Xataka. In case of non-availability, offers may vary. Image | Anker In Xataka | 21 essential gifts for travelers: gadgets for train, plane or car trips In Xataka | The five essential accessories for traveling comfortably by plane (even if you fly with Ryanair)

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