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Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – College dorm rooms are small, outlets are limited, and students often spend more time studying in libraries, classrooms and coffee shops than they do at a desk
That means the best back-to-school technology is not always the flashiest. The most useful gadgets are the ones that save space, keep devices charged and make it easier to work from almost anywhere
Here are six tech gadgets worth considering before students head back to campus
A dependable laptop is still the most important piece of technology most college students will buy
Some students may immediately ask for a MacBook Pro, but many will never use the extra power that comes with the higher price. Apple’s MacBook Neo should be enough computer for most students
It can handle common college tasks including online research, writing papers, video calls, presentations, streaming and the everyday apps students use for class
It is also lighter and easier to carry between classes. With Apple’s education pricing, it can cost about $1,300 less than a MacBook Pro
A MacBook Pro may still make sense for students studying video production, engineering, 3D design or another subject that requires demanding software. Before buying any laptop, students should check whether their college or academic department has specific computer requirements
Dorm rooms and small apartments never seem to have enough power outlets
A traditional power strip works, but it can quickly become buried behind a desk or tangled with charging cables on the floor
Some Anker power strips clamp directly to the side of a desk. That keeps the outlets within reach without using valuable desktop space
Depending on the model, students can get several standard outlets along with USB and USB-C charging ports. One power strip can provide a central place to charge a laptop, phone, tablet, headphones and other devices
Students should check their residence hall’s rules before buying. Some colleges prohibit ordinary extension cords but allow approved surge protectors and power strips
Laptop screens can feel cramped when students are researching, writing and switching between several windows
A portable monitor provides extra screen space without requiring a permanent desktop setup
Some ViewSonic portable monitors add one or even two additional screens. Students can write a paper on the laptop while keeping research, notes, email or a video call open on the other displays
Portable monitors are thin and lightweight enough to fit inside many backpacks. Students can use them in a dorm room and then carry them to the library, a study room or another workspace
Before buying one, check that the student’s laptop supports the monitor and has the necessary USB-C or HDMI connection
Many newer laptops are thin and lightweight, but they often have fewer ports
That can become a problem when a student needs to connect a flash drive, memory card, external monitor, mouse or other accessory
A USB hub adds several connections using one port on the laptop
The Baseus hub includes standard USB ports, a USB-C connection, HDMI for connecting a monitor and slots for SD and microSD memory cards
A hub is especially useful for students working with photography, video, presentations or files stored on external drives
College students spend hours away from their dorm rooms, and there may not always be a convenient outlet nearby
A portable power bank can keep phones, earbuds, tablets and other devices working through a long day of classes
Larger Anker power banks can charge several devices and may provide enough power for compatible laptops and portable monitors
Students should look for a power bank with USB-C Power Delivery and enough output for the devices they plan to charge. A smaller phone charger may not provide enough power for a laptop
Power banks are also useful during travel. Airline passengers should remember that lithium battery power banks usually belong in carry-on luggage, not checked baggage
A flashlight may not be the first gadget students think about, but it could become one of the most useful
A small rechargeable flashlight can help during a power outage, a nighttime walk across campus or when something disappears underneath a dorm-room bed
Many compact models are brighter than a phone flashlight and will not drain the phone’s battery during an emergency
Look for one that is rechargeable, small enough to fit in a backpack or jacket pocket and easy to keep near the bed. Good options can be found for less than $25
Not every college student needs every gadget on this list
A student who works mainly in the library may benefit more from a power bank and portable monitor. Someone living in a cramped dorm may get more use from a desk-mounted power strip and USB hub
The best approach is to consider the student’s major, living space and daily routine before buying
The goal is not to fill a dorm room with more technology. It is to choose a few gadgets that solve everyday problems and make college life a little easier
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