If there’s one thing about college students, it’s that they’re always on the move. From early morning lectures and lab sessions to campus jobs, activities, and clubs, students spend their days bouncing from one class or activity to the next. Whether you live on campus or off-campus, you need to make sure you have all the college backpack essentials and tech gear to get you through your day.
Fortunately, we’ve got you covered with a carefully curated list of must-have gear for your backpack so you can start the new school year with confidence.
Laptop and Charger
In this digital age, you have to have a laptop to get through college. When choosing one for the new school year, remember to keep it small enough to fit in your backpack, but powerful enough to last from freshman year to senior graduation. Laptops are essential for students and are used for typing notes and writing research papers. Plus, they’re great for the occasional video game session between classes.
The thing with laptops, though, is that there are so many different types and brands to choose from. The ultimate choice will come down to personal preference. Maybe you want something compact like a tablet with an attachable keyboard. Maybe you prefer laptops with larger screens. Personally, we like the MacBook Pro for its power, durability, and access to convenient apps.
While packing your laptop in your backpack, don’t forget other important pieces of tech gear, like the charger. Your laptop will be useless if the battery dies before your afternoon and evening classes. If you’re able, consider picking up an extra laptop charger during your back to school shopping. That way you can leave one charger in your dorm or apartment and one in your backpack.
Phone Charger
Speaking of chargers, don’t forget your phone charger. When you’re shopping for an extra laptop charger, pick up an extra phone charger as well so you always have one in your backpack. That way you won’t have to worry about your devices losing power on those long, grueling, sun-up to sun-down class days.
Noise Canceling Headphones
I don’t know about you, but listening to the right type of music always helps me focus. Tech gear like noise canceling headphones will help keep the loud, distracting noises of campus life out so you can focus on whatever task you’re working on. Whether you’re in your dorm, the campus library, or studying out on the quad, noise canceling headphones are a must. You can’t go wrong with the AirPod Pros. Not only are they great with noise canceling, but they’re not bulky, they’re easy and comfortable to wear, and the audio quality is excellent.
12-in-1 Hub
To keep you connected and on the go, a 12-in-1 docking station is a must-have in your backpack this year. It’s a multifunctional and powerful accessory that allows you to connect your phone and laptop at the same time for a fast, long-lasting charge. The hub, like the VAVA 12-in-1 Dual 4K Docking Station, is also designed with 2 USB 3.0 ports so you can securely transfer files up to 5Gbps.
Portable SSD
With so many classes, papers, and lecture notes to keep organized, a portable SSD keeps everything secure and accessible in one place. The VAVA portable SSD, for example, is equipped with storage capacities of 500 GB and 1TB and fast transfer speeds, so you can store and access everything from class notes and mid-term papers to movies and games.
Web Cam
You never know when you might have to hop on a Zoom call or virtual lecture. While a lot of laptops and tablets come with cameras already installed, it’s always a good idea to have a webcam on hand. Most, like the VAVA 2K Webcam, are easy to install and come equipped with noise-filtering dual mics, precision autofocus, and auto low-light correction.
The new semester is right around the corner, and college students everywhere are preparing for the return to school. Start the year right by stocking your backpack with these tech essentials so you can be prepared for whatever your professors and peers throw your way – from study sessions, long lectures, grueling labs, and so much more.
