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Remote Work / WFH Desk Setup 🧑🏻💻
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items I have been working from home for over five years now and I always wanted a way to be able to share the things that I have used over the years that have been reliable products and improved my work from home desk setup.
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Computer Input and Accessories 🖥️ ⌨️ 🖱️
Desk Accessories
Charging 🔋
Charge while you can so you don't have to do it when you can't!
The battery on the Apple Watch for me has improved to the point where I just need to throw it on my desk charger in the morning to get me through the day
Belkin Apple Watch Fast Wireless Charger - Black
I pair this with the desk stand from Etsy to have my phone accessible and to show the standby dashboard while working.
Apple MagSafe Wireless Fast Charger
This is a great way to add a fun piece to your desk while still having a great functional charger for your phone.
3D Printed MagSafe iPhone Stand – Magnetic Charger Dock Holder for Desk or Nightstand – Modern Design, 14 Colors, Braided Cord Only
Computer Input and Accessories 🖥️ ⌨️ 🖱️
All things keyboard, mouse, and monitor related.
Everyone needs a mouse, but if you use one every day you might as well have a good one! I have been (very) slowly converting my accessories to all be USB-C to make finding cables easier which is just one factor that makes this mouse an easy choice fo...
Logitech MX Master 3S Wireless Mouse Graphite
Everyone has a camera on their laptop but if you position your laptop off to the side in your setup then it's nice to have a camera on your big monitor to have more eye contact during meetings.
Logitech C920x HD Pro Webcam, 1080p, Clear Audio
Just to make sure your private moments stay private!
MoimTech Privacy Cover for Logitech C920 Series
For some reason I just love the usability of the trackpad when it's integrated into my keyboard with this stand. I have been known to change keyboards usually once a year but this has made me stick with one setup long term.
Magic Tray for 2021/2024 Numeric Apple Magic Keyboard and Trackpad
This will earn me my apple fanboy badge. I hate saying this but it just works. I love the touch ID and how easy it is to use this with the mac.
Apple Magic Keyboard w/ Touch ID & Numeric - US
Once you use one on your desk, it's hard to get away from.
Apple Magic Trackpad 2 Wireless Silver
I'm including this on the list as one of my “goal” monitors meaning that I do not have this but I aspire to own it! Rtings.com is a great resource to help you pick out your next monitor.
Dell UltraSharp 32" 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
Getting my monitor up and off my desk was one of the best ergonomic changes I made to improve my comfort while working
Single Monitor Mount 13-32 Inch Gas Arm
Desk Accessories
Just a few things that spice up the WFH setup
Cold weather is around the corner, and I still use this mug after receiving it as a gift a few years ago
Ember Smart Mug 2, 14 Oz, Black, App-Controlled
I purchased this in 2021 and have cleaned it up as needed but this desk mat has held up so well that I haven't pulled the trigger on a leather mat despite having my eye on a new one for some time now
Perixx DX-1000XXL Waterproof XXL Gaming Mouse Pad
I use my laptop as a second monitor in my set up and this one has worked well but there are a ton of great options
Lamicall Adjustable 360° Rotating Laptop Stand
I have this on my desk with a schedule set up based on my work day and I enjoy how small it is and a little bit of ambient light throughout the day.
Philips Hue Go Smart Portable Color Lamp
I have been using this desk for about 8 years now, even prior to my remote work and I love being able to adjust the height of my desk in the sitting position
Realspace® Magellan 60"W Pneumatic Height-Adjustable Standing Desk, Espresso