How to Pick back-to-school Tech, plus, Gear for Remote Study

School is starting up again, and that means it's time to get your gear in order. Virtual learning now has a permanent place in many students ' lives, one way or another.

Whether you're returning to school or just starting out, having all the right gear will help students start the year off on the right foot. Everyone knows having a good Chromebook or laptop helps. Or even a reliable tablet or iPad can make going back to school a little less painful. Actually, you do NOT need all the high-end tech in order to do well at college.

If you can (and you should), save as much money as you can while at college, pay your tuition in full and student loans as soon as possible instead of spending on expensive things like fancy tech gadgets.

You can start by thinking about what works best for you.

A. How to pick a right laptop for you or your love?

You can replace your desktop with a laptop, use it to watch movies in bed, or take it on the road to do homework at a friend’s house. The sheer number of choices when it comes to buying a laptop can be a little staggering, especially for new buyers. How to pick the right one?

Determining what you need the most / What is the most common usage scenario for you / most frequently used functions/applications used? What do you plan to do with your laptop?

Set your acceptable budget. Set up a limitation, or set a clear price range.

Then, ask yourself which size you prefer. There are three common different size ranges for a laptop: a netbook, a laptop, or desktop replacement. Although all of these fall into the broader concept of a "laptop", their usability differs and can impact your choice.

If you use a lot of Microsoft Office products, you’ll find the best compatibility with a Windows computer. However, if you’re doing music production or photo editing, you’ll find the most powerful programs on a Mac. Windows supports most video games by far, though support for both Mac and Linux is increasing.

B. How to choose earphones/ headphones before wasting your money?

Well, actually ask yourself first, if you really need new headphones / earphones!

Since most people these days at least have got one pair of wired headsets, when I recommend you to rethink if you really need a new headset, you must be thinking about a wireless headset, right?

Well, let's skip to the point, how to choose a wireless earphone/ headset?

Step 1

How will you be using them?

Are you looking for headphones that don’t fall off when you jog? Or headphones that block out the world on a crowded plane? How you plan to use your headphones should influence which type you buy. And there are several types.

Step 2

Decide between earbuds(In-ear headphones) or headphones(on-ear/ over-ear, also bone conduction headphones in recent years). Choose which kind of headphones you prefer.

Commonly used headphones are,

• In-ear headphone designs are a lightweight, very portable option; they are inserted into the ear canal or sit just outside the ear canal.
• On-ear headphones, on the other hand, rest directly against your ear, thus allowing you to hear some outside sounds.
• Over-ear headphones, also known as around-the-ear or full-size headphones, have cushioned cups that enclose your ears as they proficiently isolate external sounds. While not as portable as other types of headphones, they can be very comfortable, even when used for extended periods of time.
• Bone conduction headphones. As the headphones sit on your cheek bones, your ear canal is left open and sound waves bypass the eardrum.

Step 3

Set up your budget. And investigate the frequency range. Remember, generally, more expensive headphones are made with higher quality materials and better engineering, improving the sound quality. However, if you are not that into pursuing the ultimate in sound quality, you could just choose the entry level (around $100 and Below) would be enough.

Tips: Don't look for noise-canceling features unless you're willing to shell out the big bucks.

Step 4

Choose a trusted brand.The brand name can also be important. While the likes of Apple, Sennheiser, Shure, JBL, Bose, and Audio Technica are often considered some of the household names in the audio industry, lesser-known brands such as Jaybird, Libratone, and Soul can have a lot to offer.

Still, while some brands have a lower price, you'll want to be extra careful when buying headphones from a company with no actual track record in the space. After all, there's often a reason why big-name brands are more trusted.

Step 5

Test them out. And confirm the Spec.

Finally, buy in official stores(online or offline).

C. When do you need to buy a new printer? How to choose?

  If you agree accessories should also be quality, and don't want to get distracted by minor things, also tired of those fake items on pay testing on "Best of xxx in 2022". You should define what is the best for yourself.

  Again, just exactly the same as the previous process buying tips above, you should ask yourself first, where are you gonna use the accessories? What does it mainly use? And what kind of price range will you accept?

  Next, measure whether the amount you pay matches the product features, materials, and appearance. For example, If you are gonna pay over $30 for a plastic adapter which only works for one single function, that is a really expensive purchase.

  At some point, we feel that we must upgrade. We must have the latest and greatest camera. We must have apps that run faster. We must have brighter screens. However, “It’s a matter of buying what you need, not what the company is telling you that you need.”

Here are some tips, which I personally will consider before buying.