It’s hard to believe that in just over a week, the kids will be back in school. Whether you’re prepping for grade school, high school, or post-secondary, a school tech update is probably in order. We’re looking at a few of the student basics to see what tech-savvy pieces make the grade.
Backpacks as School Tech
Backpacks have always been a school-time staple. It’s the best way to carry all your school tech and even have your hands free to eat breakfast, ride your bike, or wave goodbye to Mom. Some contemporary packs are so forward-thinking, they’re attracting fans who’ve long since left school. Here are some of the features that put specific models at the head of the class.
- phone charger
- sturdy construction. Looking for a weatherproof option with built-in speakers?
- Solar panels. Battery? Solar charger? LED lights? This backpack has it all.
- Water-resistance
- laptop space. This backpack can hold a laptop AND protect it from being stolen.
- built-in speakers
Laptops/Tablets
A laptop or tablet is something every student needs for their school tech arsenal. How else are you going to write that term paper or watch Netflix? Depending on how much money you have to spend, you may be looking for something basic or the latest high-end model. Good student options are out there. Think about which of these features matter most to you.
- Good design. This laptop does well on so many reviews for so many reasons.
- Lots of storage
- price. This little tablet does it all with the addition of a keyboard.
- speed
- size
- display
- battery life. People like this laptop for its long battery life. And a bunch of other reasons.
- audio/speakers
- ports and inputs
Headphones
Headphones have become an essential part of school tech in the last few years. If you commute to school, you probably use them to listen to music, catch up on podcasts, or avoid talking to that creepy guy staring at you. Once you’re on campus, a good pair of headphones will block out your noisy roommate and keep everyone else in the library from hearing your movie. Headphone shopping can be daunting due to the sheer volume of selection. Here are some things to consider when searching for the best headphones for students.
- Type. The first step is to figure out what kind of headphones you need.
- Price. These headphones give you a lot of bang for your buck.
- Audio quality
- comfort. This lightweight pair gets top marks.
- durability
Phones
Talk about a school tech necessity! The student in your life probably already has a phone. But if they need an upgrade, there are plenty of options out there with numerous features.
- Affordability
- battery life.
- Screen size.
- Sturdy. If you’re especially hard on your phone, this might be the right choice.
- Parental controls. Okay, this one is for the younger set.
- Camera. This phone takes beautiful pictures.
- storage
- speed. This phone has a reputation for being the fastest cell around.
Time to Hit the Books with your School Tech.
September is a great time to renew and refresh, even if you aren’t going back to school. If you think it’s time to update your video resources, give us a call today for a free quote.
