Originally Posted by
techie
If they are larger than a smart phone -- and I believe that they are -- then they would also not be permitted.
Or invest in a high capacity flash drive stick. Those are usually not cheap, so it's up to you to weigh up the risks/costs.
Not really an option - we leave tomorrow afternoon to start the trip back. (2:3am now)
Originally Posted by
essxjay
Does it have a LI battery? If not, it's not covered by the US directive. IRL, YMMV. ...
While I think you are right, there is not mention of batteries in the directive.
Originally Posted by
techie
I would not expect security to worry about the nuances of whether there is a battery inside a given device. Is it bigger than a smart phone? Yes? Can't take it.
That is the debate...
Bigger than iPhone 7Plus? No. Thicker? Yes.
Bigger than Samsung with extra big battery? No. Thicker? No.
I am guessing security here in Asia will not care at all.
I think
exxxjay summed it up... when it comes to the implementation of this policy... YMMV.
I am hoping that tomorrow in Asia, they are simply not geared up yet to try and grab our bags at check in.