Engadget's 2019 Back-to-School Guide
The gear you need for the dorm, classroom and everywhere in between.
What to Buy
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The Elgato Stream Deck Mini we just recommended is 50 percent off
It's now just $50 at Best Buy. - View
Ask Engadget: How can students score free A/V software?
What's the best (legal) way to save money on the software you need for school? - View
Ask Engadget: What cooking gadgets can I bring to college?
When it comes to culinary technology, what is permitted in a dorm room? - View
Ask Engadget: Should I buy a laptop or a 2-in-1 for school?
There are pros and cons either way. - View
A student's guide to keeping track of your finances
Being good with money takes practice. - View
The best (and mostly free) apps to help you keep up in class
Work smarter, not harder. (No wait, please also work hard.) - View
The best streaming services for cord-cutters on a budget
There are plenty of live and on-demand options for watching shows, movies and sports. - View
The best note-taking apps for students
Our favorite tools for writing assignments and classroom notes. - View
How to stream college sports without losing your mind
Spoiler alert: It’s complicated. - View
Pixelmator Pro update brings full suite of editing tools to Apple Photos
The image editor is integrated with Apple Photos thanks to a powerful extension. - View
How to buy a laptop for school in 2019
An ultraportable is probably your best bet. - View8
AfterShokz Aeropex open-ear headphones prove less can be more
These sport a refined, yet beefed up output in the company's lightest form factor yet. - View
Introducing Engadget's most comprehensive back-to-school guide yet
In addition to product recommendations, we went big on tips and buying advice. - View
The fitness gadgets and apps you should be using at school
From smartwatches to calorie-counting apps. - View
The best electric bikes, scooters and skateboards to use at school
Get around campus in style with these personal EVs. - View
The best desktops for students
We picked six machines -- two Macs and three PCs -- including three built for gaming. - View
The audio gear we recommend to students
Headphones, speakers, streaming apps and a few tools for music making. - View
The best consoles, games and accessories for students
Making and breaking friendships since 1985. - View
The best creative and productivity apps for students
Essential tools for keeping your life in order and getting stuff done. - View
The best gaming PCs and accessories for students
Gear for the serious 'Fortnite' player. - View
The best smartphones, tablets and smartwatches for students
New school year, new gear. - View
The best laptops for students in 2019
Whether you prefer Mac or Windows, gaming machines or convertibles, we found something for everyone.
