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Apps & Connectivity

Plan essential apps and internet access without depending on one device, account or provider.

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Safety & emergencies

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China Emergency Numbers and Offline Contacts

Know the numbers to call before you need them, and keep a Chinese-language call script for when you cannot describe the emergency.

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Phone setup

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China eSIM & Internet Planning

A pre-departure decision framework for connectivity, with offline backups if mobile data is unavailable.

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