Comments on: The Best Mobile Phones Of 2014 For Travelers (Or Anyone, Really)

By: Anil Polat

Anil Polat — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 10:17:29 +0000

In reply to Ben. Great phone, though the new 6, not sure I can handle that size.

By: Ben

Ben — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 07:24:09 +0000

I’m a really big fan of the Google Nexus. It’s got a lot of great built in features that can be activated or deactivated pretty simply – such as Google Cards. The card I use the most is currency conversion – it automatically recognizes when I’m in a new country and updates accordingly. Also, the camera is pretty good, especially in low-light situations. I like it much better than the iPhone I had before.

By: Anil Polat

Anil Polat — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 18:23:05 +0000

In reply to Anil Polat. ...for the HTC One M8.

By: Anil Polat

Anil Polat — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 18:22:33 +0000

In reply to Jeff.

It’s definitely a concern with a lot of phones:

http://foxnomad.com/2014/10/09/frequent-travelers-know-lte-bands-buying-new-phone/

(and frustrating it’s an issue in 2014.) If you’re purchasing in the US, AT&T unlocked offers the widest band range.

By: Jeff

Jeff — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 18:17:35 +0000

One of things worth mentioning about the HTC is that it, unfortunately, does not support as many LTE bands as other phones making it less desirable for travelers. I was looking at that one as my next phone until I discovered that it wouldn’t work in Colombia where I am often. Still trying to decide where to go after my current Samsung S3 Mini – back to iPhone (I’m generally a Mac guy), or stick with Android (which I like too). Decisions. Decisions.