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21 Everyday Tech Upgrades Under $30 That Instantly Make Life Easier
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items Getting through the day can be hard enough sometimes. What if during your day there were little moments where
you could enjoy the time you spent getting items that make it easier or at least more enjoyable? Here are a few to get you started with improving your tech at your desk or in your car!
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you could enjoy the time you spent getting items that make it easier or at least more enjoyable? Here are a few to get you started with improving your tech at your desk or in your car!
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Phone / Desk / Car
Charging & Power
Organization
Tiny Conveniences
Phone / Desk / Car
Odds are good that your phone is going to be near a desk or a car throughout the day. Any one of these items might help to make your life a little better and more enjoyable since it will get consistent use. I am at my desk a lot so I lean more toward...
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Hands-free navigation without the phone slipping or blocking airflow. Having a way to keep your phone from falling down while driving is super helpful. It is also nice when the screen can be in a good spot to view maps or driving directions.
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Andobil Magsafe Car Mount Strong Magnet
Raises your tablet or phone to eye level and instantly improves posture. With an adjustable base and a stand that will make it easier to watch those Youtube videos while you are baking or fixing something around the house this can make your life easi...
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LISEN Adjustable Phone Stand for Desk & Tablet
Perfect for watching videos without arm fatigue. I really like the kind of clip that comes with this because it keeps my desk from getting scratched. The bendable arm is really helpful to get the phone into the right position. I use things like this to hang my head phones on as well since I am on a lot of calls for work.
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Selfdee 360° Rotating Flexible Phone Holder
Raises your laptop to eye level and instantly improves posture. This stand can make your laptop just all around easier to use especially if you are adding a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. It is always nice to have something that is adjustable because ...
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Lamicall Adjustable Aluminum Laptop Stand 10-17.3''
Reduces wrist strain during long work or gaming sessions. I think the more that you are typing or using a keyboard the more you need something like this. Take care of your body first before it becomes a problem.
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GORILLA GRIP Memory Foam Wrist Rest, 2 Pc
Charging & Power
If you have been down to 5% on your device you know how stressful that feeling is. If you plan ahead with these items you can turn that frown upside down because it is not a problem anymore. Look for options such as power banks and charging stations.
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Charge your phone, earbuds, watch, and tablet from one outlet. This one is low profile and provides the ability to charge multiple devices.
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Acer 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub with Type C Power
Longer, stronger cable that actually reaches the couch or bed. These are a must have when we travel and are at home. Having the extra length makes it easier to charge devices as well as use them while they are charging. “This list contains affiliate ...
Anker USB C to USB C Cable 60W 6FT 5Pack
Enough power for a full phone charge without bulk. For those of us who might have a slightly older phone that does not stay charged the entire day or while at a theme park, a power bank is a must have.
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Amazon.com: 10000mah Power Bank
One charger for old and new devices. This charger gives you some options as to which cables can be used to charge devices. How have we gotten to the point where we have to understand so many cable types?
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USB C 60W Fast Charger 2Pack 5-Port Adapter
Drop your iPhone and charge—no cables to mess with. It is nice to not have to worry about plugging in a cable.
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Best Wireless Charging Pads for iPhones
Drop your phone and charge—no cables to mess with. This one is for Androids and gives a nice little stand as well. If your phone has a home and can charge at the same time it makes life easier.
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INIU 15W Fast Qi Wireless Charger Station
Organization
Save time and frustration with these helpful organization tools. Don't just hope that things will find a home or have a place. Make sure that it happens. Come on I know that you got this!
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Keeps charging cables from falling behind the desk. These clips look similar to ones that I have used in the past. The cleaner the cables look the less things get tangled and collect dust. Grab some of these and upgrade your space.
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Cable Management Clips
Hides power strips and messy cords instantly. These drawers are really helpful if you have a big power strip or some wall adapters that don't quite fit in a small cable organizer.
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Under-desk Cable Management Tray
Stops the “tangled cord drawer” problem. It is sometimes helpful to be able to take a big pile of messy cords and bring them to order. This case is clear which makes it easy to see what you need when it is time to get it back out.
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2 Pack Clear Cable Organizer Box with Lid
Frees desk space when using an external monitor. I was surprised to see a solution that holds a laptop vertical, but it makes so much sense. Sometimes half of my desk is taken up by a laptop that is just there to power my other monitors.
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UGREEN Vertical Laptop Stand for Up to 17.3 Inch
Extra storage without taking up surface space. If you have a desk then adding a storage drawer underneath can take it to the next level. I like how this one has designated spaces for things like pens and paper clips. Do we still use paper clips anymo...
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MOUNT-IT! Large Under Desk Pencil Drawer 21.25"
Tiny Conveniences
They may be tiny, but they can be mighty helpful. Here are some items that can make a difference every day. These include night lights and AirTags. Because not being able to see or find something is no fun at all.
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Automatically light hallways or bathrooms at night. I like this style because they turn on when it gets dark. Kind of set it and forget it.
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Uigos LED Night Light Lamp Smart Sensor 6-Pack
Saves time searching for lost essentials. Put these on things that are valuable so that you can find them easier.
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Apple AirTag - Track Keys, Wallet, Luggage
Prevents phones and keys from falling between seats. We have all done it. You probably remember the pain in your knuckles or fingers as you tried to get things that fell down. It is a crazy way to learn how many ways to can contort like a snake just ...
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Drop Stop Car Seat Gap Filler Set of 2 + Pad
Keeps phones and laptops smudge-free without wipes. If you are like me then having a dirty screen is kind of annoying. It is satisfying to wipe away the fingerprints and other dust that gets on a screen.
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WHOOSH! Pro 16.9oz TV Screen Cleaner Kit
Clean lighting without bulky lamps or switches. Having a light that is touch related is actually kind of nice. Makes being at a desk a lot better. I also like that the brightness can be adjusted as well.
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White Crown LED Desk Lamp Dimmable USB Port