Studying isn’t an easy job, it’s a fact. Especially counting how outdated most of the education programs are. However, the coronavirus pandemic and lockdowns have had a significant impact on it. Most of the educational facilities all around the world switched to online education which in its turn brought many innovations.
Not even saying how many new interesting gadgets and devices have become useful for studying now. Inspired by all these innovations, we decided to make a list of some devices that will surely be useful for students.
Two in One Laptop
Most learners prefer purchasing laptops and tablets over stationary PCs. No wonder, as it is mobile, meaning you can take it anywhere. And with distance learning, now it’s possible to study from anywhere you want, be it your own room or an internet cafe in another country. The only thing you need is an internet connection.
However, many students would agree, especially the ones studying arts, that often the choice between the tablet and laptop needs to be made. And that’s the time to remind you about 2 in 1 laptops, which have made a long way from odd concepts to very strong competitors for other devices.
Obviously enough, they have the functionality of both laptops and tablets, meaning that you no longer need to make a choice, just take both at once. The available software can satisfy any needs, be it writing professional articles for or doing graphic design and drawing like you would on a normal tablet. And the top-level hardware will ensure that you don’t run into problems of not being able to handle some programs.
Noise-Canceling Headphones
Headphones are a must-have if you’re a distance learning student. They provide a much better voice-chatting experience than any built-in or external speakers. They allow you to on listening to what you need, removing all the distractions around you. Also, almost all headphones have decent microphones that allow you to be heard clearly.
However, sometimes usual headphones aren’t enough, as the environment could be really noisy and interrupt the learning process. That’s why we recommend looking into noise-canceling options. They have special built-in technology that automatically removes any sound from the outside.
And that’s only considering distance learning, as we didn’t mention the main reason everyone uses headphones. Listening to music, that is. Enjoying your favorite artists while being in very loud environments is not a problem anymore. Also, what is a huge advantage, is that most of such headphones are either wireless or have a removable cable. Meaning that you no longer need to untie it before even starting to do anything.
Smart Notebook
Love writing everything by hand but the distance learning rules force you to send all works in electronic format? The smart notebook is the perfect solution for who want to become professionals. Basically, it looks like the usual notebook, with a difference being the sheets and the pen. They are both electronic and work just like their original versions.
Smart notebooks never end, meaning that you no longer need to buy a new one every month. Also, what is important, is that smart notebooks allow you to you wrote down on a cloud drive. That way any notes, sketches, or texts can be accessed from anywhere. And for those who care about the environment, this is the best option to stay away from wasting paper.
Electronic Book
This one has been known for a pretty long time now but is still worth mentioning. Electronic books are loved by people who aren’t satisfied by reading books on their phones or tablets. Because most e-books have displays that are much more suitable for long-time reading, don’t damage the eyesight and don’t make your eyes tired.
They are a much better option than usual textbooks. Because most of the students don’t really enjoy bringing these piles of heavy books anywhere they go. Also, once you’ve purchased the electronic book, downloading what you need will be much cheaper than buying old-school paper versions.
Fitness Tracker
Wondering about how fitness trackers could make you a better student? Well, the answer is pretty obvious. Apart from their main functions, they can be used as sleep trackers and alarm clocks. One of the main issues of modern-day students is the lack of power and interest in studying.
Both of which are caused by the few hours of sleep many learners consider normal for some unknown reasons. Of course, studying is important, but neglecting a good sleep to spend some additional hours in front of a computer, desperately trying to chase deadlines isn’t really a wise decision.
That’s where fitness trackers can be really helpful. They’re called trackers for a reason and can provide you with a good breakdown of the state of your body. Setting up a healthy and productive routine with a tracker is much easier and is the first step to being successful. And we didn’t even mention how useful these devices are in the field they were made for. Working out increases productivity, too, so consider going for a run or exercising at home.
Smart Backpacks
Being a student gives one countless opportunity to attend classes from anywhere you want. Many of us used this to travel, while still being successful at studying. But while many known gadgets allow people to access the internet from anywhere and launch whatever they need, all of them share one flaw. The battery storage, of course.
But the good news is, nowadays, plenty of backpacks are made specifically for progressive users and have a decent amount of features:
- built-in internal and external USB ports;
- plenty of storage space for all the gadgets;
- water- and dirt-proof materials;
- shock-absorbing lining;
- ergonomic design.
To Sum Up
These are only a few examples of useful devices for students. Because technological progress doesn’t stop for a second and countless new inventions emerge every day. It’s impossible to even imagine how innovations will change the studying process in the future.