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ThinkVision P27u-10 27 inch Wide 4K UHD IPS Monitor
The ThinkVision P27u-10 27 inch Wide 4K UHD IPS Monitor from Lenovo is an affordable monitor with a full function ergonomic stand. It offers a crystal clear borderless IPS display of 3840×2160 resolution and multiple color space, providing professional level accurate images from a wide viewing angle. It includes built-in power and 2HDMI, DP, USB Type-C, P27u-10 connectors to enable you to use a single cable for UHD resolution. $549.99
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Friends welcome pillow
Could you be any more excited? No. This welcome pillow celebrates the 25th anniversary of the iconic TV show Friends and is perfect for any dorm room. $49.50
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Osprey Transporter flappack
The Osprey Transporter flappack is the newest design from the brand and is built with rugged, reliable, water-resistant fabrics. Features include: Padded 15″ laptop sleeve, front panel vertical zip pocket, blinker light attachment, and an AirScape mesh-covered ridged foam backpanel. $120
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Razer Mamba wireless mouse
For students who demand the latest wireless everything, Razer’s Mamba Wireless mouse has the most advanced 5G optical see sensor, 50-hr battery life, Chroma lighting and 7 buttons of programming efficiency. It’s fast and accurate and can be used in wired mode too. $99.99
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Soundcast VG5
The Soundcast VG5 is a powerful and portable Bluetooth speaker that works in any listening environment. $299.99
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Kraken TE headset
The Kraken TE headset features 360 audio technology from THX, delivering spatial audio awareness for intense gameplay and even theatre watching. It also features cooling gel earcups for long gaming or work sessions. The 3.5mm jack that connects via USB audio converter can also be used on its own for connectivity to a wide variety of devices. Because every student deserves a break every now and then. $99.99
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OtterBox USB A-C + Qi Wireless Power Pack
The OtterBox USB A-C + Qi Wireless Power Pack will give students the ability to stay powered up and charge up to three devices at once. $79.95
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Umizato Pictor blue light blocking computer glasses
Umizato has a great lineup of blue light blocking computer glasses, such as this Pictor style. $49.99
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1MORE wireless headphones
1MORE wireless headphones allow users to make phone calls, listen to their favorite songs, and enjoy a streamlined design with 6.5 hours of play/talk time in a single charge, and can also be fully charged up to 3 times inu202f70 minutes with the included charging case. $99.99
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Mujjo laptop sleeve
Mujjo’s line of laptop sleeves are sleek and stylish. This black and tan version for the 13-inch MacBook Air and MacBook Pro is perfect for any student. $66.44
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Dell 27 USB C Ultrathin Monitor
The Dell 27 USB-C Ultrathin Monitor S2719DC has brilliant visuals, CinemaColor and Dell’s InfinityEdge display. $419.99
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Casio PRIZM fx-CG500 calculator
The Casio PRIZM fx-CG500 calculator has a large, soft keyboard and convenient drop-down menus. It’s easy to use and includes a high-resolution, color, touchscreen LCD display. Includes Color Link function for graphs, charts and spreadsheets and is permitted for use on the AP, SAT I and II, PSAT and NMSQT exams. $149.99
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Pacsafe Vibe 25L ECONYL Backpack
Protect your valuables and our planet with the Vibe 25L anti-theft backpack made from ECONYL regenerated nylon fiber. With enough room to fit your gym clothes plus a 13-inch laptop, the adjustable sternum strap and hip belt add extra carrying comfort, while lockable zips and more secure your gear. $119.95
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Tapplock lite
The Tapplock lite is a smart fingerprint padlock that unlocks in under a second with the touch of a finger. The lite has the ability to store up to 100 fingerprints in case others need access and the battery life can last up to 8 months (1,200 unlocks). Users can also utilize the Tapplock app to track the access history of the lock and grant mobile access to others via a Bluetooth feature. $59
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Kate Spade Blush Leather Scallop Smartwatch 2
Kate Spade’s new scallop smartwatch 2 in blush leather is the ultimate for any stylish student. The watchface can be customized to coordinate with any outfit color. $295.
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Friends Central Perk travel mug
This Friends Central Perk travel mug from Pottery Barn isn’t high tech, but it doesn’t need to be. $24.50
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Vi Trainer
The Vi Trainer offers audio-guided indoor and outdoor cardio workouts that vary in real time to help anyone hit their fitness goals. AI and machine learning technology tracks and learns patterns, habits and abilities to create a tailored training plan. At the end of each week, Vi creates next week’s workout based on progress so far. Available on the App Store and Google Play. $9.99/month or $99.99/year.
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Silent Beacon
Silent Beacon is a wearable, wireless panic-button device that connects to smartphones, tablets and other compatible Bluetooth devices. One button push allows the Beacon to place a call to 911 while simultaneously alerting up to six additional contacts with a text, email, and live tracking GPS location.
Silent Beacon grew out of the founder’s own brush with death in a motorcycle accident. Former Hollywood stuntman and YouTuber Kenny Kelley crashed while popping a wheelie on his motorcycle at 70 mph and couldn’t reach his cell phone to call anyone as he lay on the side of the road. In those long minutes of desperation, the idea for a wearable emergency communication device was born. After recovering from that crash, Kelley created Silent Beacon, which launched in March 2019. $99.99
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Casetify laptop cases
Casetify has laptop cases for everything from the MacBook Pro Touchbar 15, as seen here, to the MacBook Air lineup. This blue agate 1.8mm hardshell case protects your laptop in a stylish way. Customized cases with your own artwork are also available. $55
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MyCharge HubMax
MyCharge portable chargers are some of the most convenient on the market. The HubMax 10050mAh portable charger has an integrated Apple Lightning cable, an integrated micro-USB cable and a built-in USB port. $99.99
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Gregory Sigma 28 backpack
The Gregory Sigma 28 backpack is a pack that will take you from an urban campus to the trail with plenty of possibilities along the way. $109.95
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BenQ 32-inch 4K monitor
BenQ 32-inch 3840×2160 4K monitor has eye-care technology that provides a healthier viewing experience and that makes it a good choice for those gearing up to head back to school. $476.99
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Polaroid OneStep+
The OneStep+ is a new Polaroid instant camera with more ways to play. An evolution of the OneStep 2, the OneStep+ connects to the Polaroid Originals app via Bluetooth wireless technology, unlocking six creative tools. Discover double exposure and light painting features, plus next-level control with remote trigger and manual mode. $119.99
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Skullcandy Indy True Wireless Earphones
Skullcandy Indy True Wireless Earphones from T-Mobile. With up to 16 rechargeable hours of battery life, a water-resistant design, and capacitive touch controls for music and calls. $79.99
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Casetify AirPod Case Skin
Casetify’s AirPod Case Skin has a slim-fit two-toned design and an impact-resistant silicone base. It’s compatible with AirPods 2 and AirPods 1. $25 for two sets in color-coordinated options.
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Vi Sense
The Vi Sense earphones pair with the Vi Trainer app and include a heart rate sensor, premium audio from Harman/Kardon, and an 8-hour battery. $149, includes 12-month Vi Trainer membership.
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Gregory Anode 30 backpack
The Gregory Anode 30 backpack combines organization with outdoor style. $109.95
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Valera green screens
Valera Screens has created an innovative line of mobile green screens designed to empower a new generation of influencers by providing them with tools to capture, edit and produce high-quality content. Valera is dedicated to making green screen technology available to everyone and started the Unleashing Classrooms program, where educators can sign up for the chance to have the green screens donated for their school or receive deep discounts for teachers.
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BRAVEN BRV-105 waterproof speaker
The BRAVEN BRV-105 waterproof speaker speaker is great for students who spend a lot of time outdoors and want 8 hours of battery life. $39.99
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Hex backpack
The Hex x PUSH collection includes the Exile backpack silhouette with PUSH artwork on a cotton canvas with a black coated canvas bottom and a grey HEX Heritage inner lining. The main internal storage compartment is spacious and includes a laptop slot that will accommodate up to a 15″ MacBook Pro. On the outside, you will find a zippered sunglass pocket and a zippered accessory pocket with key clip. Other features include woven cord zipper pulls, and heavy duty web straps.
PUSH built his reputation in Los Angeles as part of the MSK/AWR and, later, the Seventh Letter crews. His graffiti is fluid, bold, and immediately recognizable. $89.95
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Mophie Powerstation Plus Mini
The Mophie Powerstation Plus Mini portable power solution has everything a student needs to stay mobile and travel light. The 4,060mAh battery provides up to 13 extra hours of power to your smartphone. The integrated micro-USB to Lightning switch-tip cable will charge any smartphone or tablet that has a Lightning or micro USB port. $59.95
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Lenovo Yoga C630
The thin and light Yoga C630 WOS (Windows on Snapdragon) combines the power and productivity of a Windows 10 laptop with the mobility of a smartphone. It has Wi-Fi support with integrated 4G LTE, and up to 22 hours of local video playback through Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 850 Mobile Compute Platform. The Yoga C630 allows users to draw or annotate with its optional Lenovo Pen and Windows Ink for a pen-on-paper experience on a 13.3-inch FHD IPS touchscreen display, or type longer emails and crunch numbers on its keyboard. Starting at $749.99
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Gregory Border 25 backpack
The Gregory Border 25 backpack is a travel and commuter pack with ample space for technology and a change of clothes. $119.95
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Lifeproof Squamish backpack
Whether slogging to work or rushing into the weekend, the Lifeproof Squamish weather-resistant backpack is optimized for life on the go. It’s packed with pockets, outfitted with tie-downs and up for anything. $104.99
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ZAGG Slim Book Go for iPad
ZAGG Slim Book Go for iPad is a slim, sturdy detachable case and keyboard that allows for use of the device in three different modes: keyboard, case, and video. Features multi-device pairing, built-in reverse kickstand, backlit, laptop-style keys, and holder for the Apple Pencil. Fits the 9.7″ iPad, 11″ iPad Pro, and 12.9″iPad Pro.
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Ocean and Company Stainless Steel Straws
Save the turtles. Send them off to college with Ocean Stainless Steel Drinking Straws to help save the ocean. Each pack comes complete with an Ocean & Co Travel Bag, two stainless straws and a cleaner brush. $12.99
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Razer Goliathus extended gaming mouse mat
The Razer Goliathus extended gaming mouse mat in the Stormtrooper design has a slick, taut weave for speedy mouse movements to uphold law and order in the Star Wars universe. $34.99
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Pocketalk translator
Pocketalk translator uses WiFi, mobile data, or a personal hotspot to provide two-way foreign language translations in real time. Seven hours of usage or up to ten days in sleep mode. $249 (add your own data)/$299 (with built-in data)
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BRAVEN BRV-360 portable speaker
The BRAVEN BRV-360 portable speaker has an IP67 water and dust resistant rating. $79.99
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Epson EcoTank ET-4760
The Epson EcoTank ET-4760 offers Cartridge-Free Printing with easy-to-fill, supersized ink tanks. You can save up to 90% with low-cost replacement ink bottles, making it ideal for students. $499.99
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RCA Portable Retro 6-Can Mini Fridge
This RCA Portable Retro 6-Can Mini Fridge will come in handy whether in a classroom or dorm room for students to access their favorite snacks or beverages throughout the school year. It holds up to 6 cans at a time by plugging the fridge into any wall socket or two-prong plug. The fridge needs only 2 hours to reach the optimal temperature and fits easily on a desk or in a dorm room. $45.65
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InvisibleShield Glass Elite for the Google Pixel 3a
InvisibleShield Glass Elite for the Google Pixel 3a protects the glass and offers ClearPrint Technology to disperse the oil from fingerprints, making them nearly invisible. $39.99
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