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Prepare Your Phone and Essential Apps
Use the local SIM guide to plan connectivity, review which apps work in China, then decide whether VPN preparation belongs in your setup. The power adapter guide covers charging devices. Service availability and provider terms can change, so verify them before departure.
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No, you cannot use Google in China on a normal Chinese connection. Google Search, Gmail, Google Maps,...
Foreign visitors can apply for a China SIM card at official carrier service offices using their passport....
You may not need a VPN in China at all. If you buy a foreign travel eSIM before you fly, your data roams...
You need a China power plug adapter that fits the Type I socket, because that three-pin angled outlet...
Yes, you can use WhatsApp in China in 2026, but not by default. WhatsApp has been blocked inside mainland...
Most of your phone still works in China, but some of the apps you rely on most do not. Google Maps, WhatsApp,...