Congratulations on being accepted into the school of your dreams (or your third choice. It doesn’t matter in the long run). College is a time to play as hard as you party. Whether you’re a pre-med student, a business major, or still trying to figure out which classes you want to take, these fun electronics are perfect for school, parties, and your dorm.
The Amazon Echo
Want to listen to the news while you get ready for class? Check on the weather? The Amazon Echo First Generation has the best far-field voice recognition software out there and will follow commands even over loud music and louder roommates.
Bedphones Gen. 3 On-Ear Sleep Headphones
These are the thinnest, most comfortable earphones that you can wear while you sleep, study in the library, or go out for a run. They’ll cancel out the voice of your roommate on the phone; they even have a cool ASMR function that can help you relax.
Mycestro the Wearable Gesture-Based Mouse
This handy little thing can be clipped onto your index finger so you can keep your arm on the chair or even in your lap while you work. No more groping for a bulky mouse. This weightless device controls the sensor without you having to leave the ten-finger typing position. It’s also perfect for class presentations.
ITingjoy Free Combination Cinematic Light Box
So while this one is not exactly essential, it is guaranteed to make your room or apartment pretty, inviting, and stylish. You can customize the letters to create daily affirmations, leave funny messages for your roommate or put little reminders up for yourself.
Rocketwave Smart Notebook
Ever wanted an eco-friendly, microwavable notebook? You will now! This device enables you to jot down things in a notebook and send them directly to the cloud afterward. It comes with a Frixion pen and is for people who think best on pen and paper but also need to save and organize everything on their electronics. After you take notes, scan your work and save and organize it all with the use of handy icons and a phone app. When your notebook is full and your data stored, pop it in the microwave, and it erases itself.