White desk with desktop computer, laptop, table, and phone with same apps

6 Cool Gadgets to Get for Your Dorm or Workspace

Learning is enhanced by the technology we use. Take studying to the next level with these cool tools and resources, ranging from expensive to affordable.

Whether you’re in a traditional dorm room or your bedroom in your childhood home, it’s crucial to set up a dedicated workspace for college so you can achieve high levels of productivity. Regardless of your major, your coursework likely takes up most of your time. That’s why you should look into some must-have gadgets for your homework setup. 

Research shows that the environment you work in can affect your productivity and output, so adding certain gadgets and tools to your study space can help you remain focused. Things like temperature, air quality, lighting, and noise all play a role in your environment. If you’re looking for cool gadgets for your at-home workspace or dorm room, you’re in luck. We’ve compiled a list of six must-have gadgets for your dorm room that'll bring your workspace to the next level so you can be more productive during those late-night study sessions.

1. Apple AirPods Pro

If you don’t already have a pair of Apple AirPods Pro, you’re missing out on great sound quality for your background study music. AirPods come with active noise cancellation, and they’re one of the best pairs of wireless headphones on the market. You can accept calls, skip forward or backward while listening to music, switch between Active Noise Cancellation or Transparency mode, and even ask Siri questions hands-free while you work. All it takes is a couple of clicks to perform any of these tasks.

2. Apple MacBook Air

You likely need a laptop to do research and homework, attend online classes, hop on Zoom for a call with your advisor, and many other things. The Apple MacBook Air is a perfect option for college students. The Air model is even included in Apple’s education pricing, meaning you can receive a discount for being a student when purchasing one. The laptop is light yet durable, only weighing 2.8 pounds. It has plenty of space to store all your assignments and contains essential internal technology to power you through your coursework. While Apple products tend to be more expensive, it’s okay to splurge as a college student every once in a while when it’s something reliable you need for school purposes.

Related: When Is It Appropriate to Splurge as a College Student?

3. KwikBoost EdgePower Clamp-On Desktop Charging Unit

The KwikBoost EdgePower Desktop Charging Unit comes in handy when you need it most. The last thing you want is for any of your devices to run out of battery, especially when you’re finishing up and turning in any assignments at the last minute. Consider purchasing this desktop charging unit to have easy access to all your charging necessities without leaving your workspace. Its clamp-on feature allows you to attach the unit to most tables or desks, so you can bring it to your college’s library or keep it in your dorm room.

4. Readerest Blue Light Blocking Glasses

You’re likely spending a lot of time on your laptop, phone, or tablet—we all do. Readerest’s Blue Light Blocking Glasses will help you prevent eyestrain. Many Readerest glasses are affordable, so you won’t have to worry about spending a ton of money on them. And there are plenty of designs that will suit any type of college student. Some of the top-selling glasses are the Duran, Feisty Sister, and Spring Hills models. Consider purchasing a pair of blue light glasses to keep you on top of your game and protect your eyes while you’re working.

Related: How to Take Care of Your Vision as a Student–Athlete

5. Avantree Neetto Lapdesk

You’d be lying if you said you’ve never done homework from your bed. It’s understandable, considering how busy you are and how much cozier it is than sitting at your desk! While it’s best to get your homework done at a designated workspace, your bed is the place you can feel most comfortable, and sometimes you need that. For when you do your work in bed, you’ll need the Avantree Neetto Lapdesk. It’s a laptop bed table equipped with adjustable legs so you can change the height for your needs. The lapdesk is foldable, portable, and serves multiple purposes, such as eating breakfast in bed or watching your favorite Netflix show.

6. RocketBook Core Smart Notebook

Note-taking plays an important role in your everyday life as a college student. You likely take notes for every class you are in, and the RocketBook Core Smart Notebook can bring your skills to the next level. The smart notebook works similarly to traditional pen and paper, except it’s endlessly reusable and connected to the cloud. When you write on the Core notebook with pens from RocketBook’s Pilot Frixion line, you can easily erase what you’ve written with a drop of water. These notebooks come with one Pilot Frixion pen and a microfiber cloth for easy erasing.

Related: 5 Tips for Focusing and Note–Taking in Online Classes

College can be stressful and overwhelming. To stay on top of your coursework and achieve high productivity levels, consider looking into some of these cool, must-have gadgets for your workspace. All these tools are great gift ideas to help you perform well academically and have an amazing school year!

For more cool ways to upgrade your work area, check out our article How to Make Your Dorm the Perfect Study Space.

Like what you’re reading?

Join the CollegeXpress community! Create a free account and we’ll notify you about new articles, scholarship deadlines, and more.

Join Now

Tags:

About Ginger Abbot

Ginger Abbot is an education, learning and student life writer, as well as the Editor-in-Chief of Classrooms.com. Read more of her work for college students on her Classrooms author page.

 

Join our community of
over 5 million students!

CollegeXpress has everything you need to simplify your college search, get connected to schools, and find your perfect fit.

Join CollegeXpress

College Quick Connect

Swipe right to request information.
Swipe left if you're not interested.

Wheaton College

Norton, MA


Alexandra Adriano

Alexandra Adriano

$2,000 Community Service Scholarship Winner, 2016

I've used CollegeXpress quite a bit as a senior, particularly for colleges and scholarships, so it's been a very big asset in that respect! I would recommend it to anyone looking to pursue a college education, especially seniors! This scholarship will help me achieve my goals in ways I couldn't have before, and I know that there are opportunities like that for everyone on the website and in the magazines!

Caitlin Eaton

Caitlin Eaton

$10,000 Scholarship Winner, 2021

I first discovered CollegeXpress during my sophomore year of high school while researching colleges that interested me. My SAT prep class the following year further familiarized me with the opportunities available through the organization. CX has personally helped me by exposing me to a diverse selection of schools as well as scholarships and life tips that have provided valuable guidance in my college search.

This scholarship will help me adjust to college life without worrying as much about tuition. This gives me more room to truly explore and benefit from all aspects of higher education. I plan to study Conservation Biology and work protecting species/ecosystems. I’m looking forward to getting field experience and seeing firsthand the problems research is solving.

Kory Gilbertson

Kory Gilbertson

High School Class of 2022

CollegeXpress has helped me explore my views on college in that "why do I wanna go to a certain school" way. It’s helped me explore the best fits in all of these outstanding choices. All these college admission counselors can access my accolades showing them how I could help their college. This source of information helps me show these admission directors who I am and what I'm interested in. Thanks to this platform, my experience for education will be better than most, and I'm so grateful for all that it has provided for me.

Maurice Whan

Maurice Whan

$2,000 Spring Scholarship Contest Winner, 2021

This year has been tough for my family and myself, so receiving this scholarship has been a blessing in disguise! CollegeXpress has been an excellent resource in helping me prepare financially for college. Thank you again for this amazing opportunity!

Josiah Kegg

Josiah Kegg

High School Class of 2021

I want to sincerely thank you all for this amazing website that's legitimately helped me find so many different scholarship opportunities. I've been stressing out for the longest time about paying for college since I would rather stay out of debt and have been working days trying to find any scholarship opportunity. When I found CollegeXpress, I discovered many easy scholarships that have given me hope for the future. Thank you and God bless!