CONNECTED TRAVELLER

As part of the "French Tech takes off" operation, Air France is introducing its passengers to the innovative products and services offered by ten French start-ups.

The new European RGPD regulation has put the spotlight on the problem of data protection. But it has not solved the problem of cybercrime, to which business travellers are particularly exposed.

In the shadow of the web giants, who are regularly accused of exploiting and sharing users' personal data, there are alternatives for surfing the web without exposing your privacy. And the made in France sector is making a name for itself.

Fabien Soulis, Partner and Director of the Technical Department at Oppidum Security, takes a look at the various cybercrime threats facing business travellers, and offers some advice on how to limit the risk of hacking.

The temptation of social networking is leading many business travellers to share their location information during business trips. This is a risky practice if it is not supervised by the company.

On 25 September, Fairjungle won the Start-up Contest organised by Iftm Top Resa. Samir Idris, co-founder of the platform, takes a look at this start-up, which rewards business travellers for saving money.

Air France has outlined its in-flight connectivity plan, dubbed Air France Connect. The airline, whose fleet of 100%s will be equipped with WiFi by 2020, will be offering a free basic package - the "Message" pass - to which will be added two premium packages, for which a charge will be made.

The audio specialist is launching tiny wireless headphones that play relaxing soundtracks to help you fall asleep while isolating you from outside noise.

The Chinese manufacturer is making a splash on the shelves with an ultra-premium smartphone featuring a borderless panoramic screen and the latest technologies.

At its traditional back-to-school keynote, Apple unveiled three new iPhones, including the iPhone Xs Max with a 6.5-inch OLED screen. While the all-screen design has gone XXL, the new generation of iPhones is faster and comes with a dual SIM (real and digital), a first for the firm.

The Swedish manufacturer is offering a hybrid watch that lets you select the most useful calls and connected functions. The key is time management!

Samsung is delivering a new version of its star phablet, a truly secure work tool in the form of a top-of-the-range mobile.

Every year, Berlin is the place to be for the high-tech players, who present their new products for the autumn with great fanfare. Computers, smartphones, audio and accessories of all kinds are on show to accompany the connected traveller.

Even before its launch, scheduled for 12 September in the Paris region, the Kolett app is causing a stir on social networks. The reason: it will be reserved exclusively for women. 

British Airways has been the victim of a hacking attack. The leak is believed to have affected 380,000 of the airline's customers who purchased tickets between 21 August and 5 September. The investigation is still ongoing, but British Airways is advising those affected to change their passwords and monitor their bank accounts.

The new version of Airline Checkins, the mobile application developed by Lufthansa, provides access to in-flight wifi on some thirty airlines.

Acer and Asus have unveiled their new ultraportables, designed for mobile professionals. The key features are borderless screens and record lightness. Here is a selection of 3 14-inch models, also available in 13-inch versions.

From ultra-light suitcases and nomadic toiletry bags to essential guidebooks for discovering the world with your watch in hand, here are a few travel essentials to make your journeys easier.

In the travel sector, Uber is the most downloaded application since the advent of mobile applications, according to an international study published by App Annie.

A survey published by Inmarsat aviation on in-flight connectivity 2018 confirms that Wi-Fi connection is now a priority for business travellers.