Weekly Round UP

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I find GoPro tend to give us a big announcement with great new kit every so often, then sit back and go quiet while they let their products be seen with all their “GoPro athletes” doing the things most can only dream of….. Full Story.


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Along with a whole lot of new hardware, Google is expected to release its new “own branded” smartphones to replaces the current Nexus range….. Full Story.


feaimageNow that Samsung has addressed an isolated battery cell issue which affected a small number of handsets, via their global replacement program, they will have plenty of catching up to do….. Full Story.


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Yesterday at their big event in San Francisco, along with some shiny new tech, Google revealed their first own-brand phone.  Developed in-house rather than using other manufacturers, Google has moved away from the Nexus range to take on….. Full Story.


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To mark uber’s new method in operating their uberPOOL service in London they have launched a promo code to make your next 4 POOL trips a flat £5 rate….. Full Story.


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I have a huge soft spot for these backpacks.  SLICKS, along with Lat_56°, get what is needed to develop real luggage for travel.  Some may call them modular in design, which would be a fair call, but it works; and works well….. Full Story.


In Other News

GoPro announces its first Drone, Karma.

Tumi launch the Smoke Character Print for the Alpha Bravo collection.

Waverly Labs breaks the $3m barrier in funding for the brilliant, Pilot.

The North Face have some new versions of their Terra 65 Backpack range.

Deals This Week

Samsonite are running a “Back to Business” sale where you can get 20% of marked items.

BioLite have launched a referral program, which can offer some great savings to teams of hikers, campers and explorers.

Hilton HHonors has a 7 day flash sale with rooms starting at £65 per night.  Sale ends Monday.

Have a great weekend!

Tom Payne
Tom is the Editor of Tech for Travel, covering travel apps, gadgets, and luggage with a traveller-first approach. He has contributed to articles in Forbes and National Geographic, and has been a judge for the CES Innovation Awards. A seasoned frequent traveller with an eye for airlines and what makes a journey feel effortless, he’s usually testing the latest tech before it hits the mainstream, then sharing what’s genuinely worth your time.

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