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Re:Ask HN: I'm going to China. What privacy precautions can/... by pmehta123 on Sunday October 07, 2018 @04:55AM (#18159562)
I was in China last month, there is nothing to worry about. I did not face any issue as such except for the language barrier. So, download google translate.

For VPN - Get VPNExpress app before leaving your country. All apps work great with it. If you are going for a long time, I recommend getting a paid version of VPNExpress.

Also, download didi app for cabs. And, get a sim card from the airport. Mine costed 50 Yen for 1GB data and 50 minutes of calling.

Have a safe trip :)

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Re:Ask HN: I'm going to China. What privacy precautions can/... by rqs on Sunday October 07, 2018 @06:11AM (#18159808)
Install Google Translate was really a good tip. And Maybe some paper strips with translated sentences printed on it could also be helpful.

And don't forget to download a map app, not only it can prevent taxi scam to a degree, also it can help you ... well, navigate. I could recommend AutoNavi[0], but I'm not sure about whether or not it had English version.

[0] https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.autonavi.m...

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Re:Ask HN: I'm going to China. What privacy precautions can/... by Markoff on Monday October 08, 2018 @06:51AM (#18166214)
they don't have yens in China
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