i'm taking the Emirates flight to AMD from JFK and i wanted to know for carry on - i have a strolling carry-on baggage but I also have a laptop; would I also be allowed to take a backpack with me? I flew Air India few years ago and it wasnt a problem since it's considered a "personal item" such as a purse is a personal item for a woman. How true is this for Emirates? I get mixed reviews from their CS team. Some say yes I will be allowed but flying back I wont be? Anyone have prior experience?