Thousands of recent high school graduates will be trekking to their respective universities for their freshman year this spring. As your living space as a college student, your dorm room will be your living space every day so it is important to make sure that it will be conducive to studying and recreation at the same time.
Here are some must-have gadgets that you should buy before you move into your freshman dorm as compiled by Tech Hive and PC World:
Google Chromecast
This small streaming device will be helpful especially for those who use Netflix to binge on movies and television series. You can plug Google Chromecast ($35) to your desktop's monitor or TV and access streaming content from Netflix via your smart device. It also works for HBO Now, YouTube and Hulu.
Noise-Cancelling Headphones from Audio-Technica
One downside of college: noisy roommates. While on the pricey side, Audio-Technica's ATH-ANC70 ($179) will let you enjoy your music without the distraction of at least 90 percent of outside noise.
Nespresso Pixie
For those burning the midnight oil, a quick coffee fix from Nespresso Pixie ($179) can make you last for more hours.
BACtrack Mobile Pro breathalyzer
Cheers to healthy drinking! You'll need BACtrack Mobile Pro ($100) during parties to monitor alcohol consumption.
Magic Chef MCBR360B mini fridge
This $180 mini-fridge can hold plenty of food and drinks for you when you want to eat without having to go outside.
Nest Cam home monitoring system
Even with tight protocols, security is a big issue in colleges. Nest Cam ($199) can help you track the insides of your room without spending thousands of dollars.
TRX Home Suspension Trainer Workout system
Want to avoid the Freshman Fifteens? You can use the TRX Home Suspension Trainer ($200) to do just that! It is made up of different sturdy straps that you can attach to anything that can hold your weight for a number of exercises. Another good thing is that it is removable.
