The back-to-school tech you want and need
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Kingston Nucleum
Kingston’s Nucleum allows you to use your favorite mouse, monitor and accessories with your new notebook. With a single USB-C hub you can connect up to 7 devices at once and keep your creativity flowing. With the Nucleum you can also power up your MacBook while also running your external hard drive and charging an iPhone. $79.99
Moto z3 Play
The new Moto z3 play from Motorola is more than just a smartphone but it comes with its ecosystem of mods, sure to help college-bound graduates with making new friends and connections. $499.99
Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE
Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE
The Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE is great for students because it’s permitted for SAT, ACT and AP testing. It has a color display and preloaded apps. $150
Motorola Moto Insta-Share Printer Mod
Motorola Moto Insta-Share Printer Mod
Motorola’s bringing back those nostalgic vibes with the Moto Insta-Share Printer Mod. Its ZINK Zero-INK paper and easy to change cartridges will give students a chance to capture and print their favorite moments on Polaroid film. $149.99
Zagg Nomad Book wireless keyboard and detachable case
Zagg Nomad Book wireless keyboard and detachable case
Zagg’s nomad book wireless keyboard and detachable case is compatible with a range of tablets from the Galaxy Tab S2 and S3 to the iPad Pro and Air2. $99.99
Dell XPS 13 laptop
Dell’s XPS 13 laptop is thin, light and small enough to take practically anywhere. It has a 4K display and 8th Gen Quad Core processors. Starting at $999.99
Fitbit Ace
For younger kids, Fitbit Ace provides kids with motivation to move through customizable step and active minute goals, with message and badges, and challenges for the whole family. With an adjustable, showerproof wristband and up to 5 days battery life, Ace is designed to keep pace with kids’ busy lives. $99.95
Moto e5 play
The Motorola e5 play, which also comes in a larger plus version, is ideal for kids asking for their first mobile phone. It allows students to have a simple phone that keeps them connected to the parents, but with enough features to ensure they experience the novelty of having their first smartphone. Starting at $94.99 for the e5 play.
Data Traveler Bolt Dual
Kingston’s Data Traveler Bolt Dual is an easy way to extend storage space to your iPhone or iPad. Think of it like a flash drive for your iPhone. Simply plug it in, download the Bolt app, and then back up your camera roll to the expanded memory. Starting at $59.99.
Mophie Powerstation XXL and Plus XL
Mophie Powerstation XXL and Plus XL
Mophie has a new line of Apple exclusive portable batteries with lightning input. The Powerstation XXL ($99.95) has up to three USB charge ports and more than 70 hours of battery life. The Powerstation Plus XL has more than 34 hours of battery life and an integrated lightning connector. $99.95
Dojo by Bullguard
The Dojo by Bullguard will help protect privacy and safety of data for students in dorms and in their first apartment. It is powered by AI and monitors smart IoT devices to protect from hackers. $199
Foreo Espada
Having clear skin is important if you want to look your best on your first day of school. Foreo’s Espada is a blue light acne treatment with laser-focused targeting. $149
Roccat Khan AIMO
Even students need to take a break on occasion. The Roccat Khan AIMO is the first gaming headset with exclusive Hi-Res audio compatible surround sound. The headset features 50mm drivers for 7.1 sound and a hi-fidelity 24 bit built-in soundcard, so it can be used for both gaming and listening to music loud enough to block out distractions in the library. $119.99
Sennheiser HD4.50BTNC headphones
Reduce background distractions and stay focused on your studies with these noise-cancelling Sennheiser HD4.50BTNC headphones with unbeatable sound. $179.99 from T-Mobile.
Tile Sport
Prone to misplacing your dorm keys or wallet? Simply attach the Tile Sport to your keys or slip it into your wallet, then use your Tile app when either goes missing. With 2x Bluetooth range and 2x louder ring, the Tile Sport is the most advanced Tile yet. It’s available through T-Mobile and other sites. $34.99
Motorola Hasselblad True Zoom Camera Mod
Motorola Hasselblad True Zoom Camera Mod
Motorola partnered with Hasselblad to bring high caliber photography to the smartphone with the Hasselblad True Zoom Camera Mod. For those who love photography (or perhaps are just getting started with photography in school) this mod gives them Xenon flash, 10x optical zoom, and RAW images while saving the trouble of carrying a DSLR. $199.99
Zagg messenger folio
Zagg’s messenger folio is a tablet keyboard case made just for the 10.5 inch iPad Pro. $59.99
Roccat Vulcan keyboard
The ROCCAT: Vulcan is an RGB mechanical keyboard equipped with ROCCAT’s first in-house designed switch. It’s fitted with dirt resistant and spill-proof switches, making it effectively college-kid-proof. It’s the first keyboard to feature ROCCAT’s proprietary Titan Switch Tactile, along with new ultra-light switches reduce actuation point from 2 mm to 1.8 mm and firmware reduced bouncing rate by 20%. $129.99-$159.99
Foreo UFO Mini
Beauty masks are more high tech with the UFO Mini from Foreo for back-to-school spa-level facial treatments. $179
Circle with Disney
The kids might not like this one, but parents will. Circle is a custom monitoring system to keep your children safe while online. The Circle with Disney app gives parents full control over which content is viewed and the time spent on each devices. Circle Go extends all of the features to any network outside the home. $99 for Circle, and $4.95 a month for up to 10 devices on Circle Go.
Alienware wireless gaming headset
Alienware wireless gaming headset
The Alienware wireless gaming headset is the first time that Alienware has gone wireless in a headset. It has high fidelity 40mm Neodymium drivers with an expansive soundscape over a wide frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz across a virtual 7.1 audio channels. $229
Dreampad pillow
Sleep is important for everyone, but particularly students. Dreampad has a pillow that uses sleep technology to trigger the body’s relaxation response for better sleep. It has a built-in speaker that you only hear when your ear is against the pillow. You can choose from one of 10 soundscapes of soothing music from the app, and set a timer for how long it will play. You attach it to your smartphone, and there’s a pocket to place your phone in while it’s in use. There’s an optional Bluetooth receiver for those who don’t want to be hardwired to their smartphone. Dreampad was featured on ABC’s Shark Tank. Priced from $149-$179.
Solo tablet padfolio
The Solo leather tablet padfolio is a universal fit for tablets from 8.5″ up to 11″. It’s flexible and stylish. $69.99
