The advancement in remote working options has caused the invention of various tech gadgets aimed at improving productivity and comfort in workspaces. These include innovative mice and technologically advanced reusable notebooks, which not only improve efficiency but also transform the office space.
Noise cancellation and headphone technology can also help with maintaining focus, especially for virtual meetings and calls. Find styles that are comfortable to wear and have a long-lasting battery for the best outcomes.
1. Wireless Charging Pad
An example of a powerful home office accessory is a wireless charging pad which can now be positioned on the desk. This increases device power while also creating a more ergonomic desk setup which can help decrease neck strain and improve posture.
Monitor stands are another useful home office accessory, as they elevate the screen to eye level, aiding in relieving eye strain. If you need to multitask or work across multiple platforms, a dual monitor setup may be ideal.
A keyboard of ergonomic design is a vital piece of home office equipment that makes typing easier and more efficient. These modern devices have further productivity enhancing features like touchpads, programmable keys, and many even have built in portability features!
2. Headphones with Active Noise Cancellation
These headphones serve to cancel external noise that can be distracting, allowing you to do more work in virtually any environment, whether it’s an office, classroom, or even on a flight back from a noisy city.
Cafes, libraries, or even the everyday noise emanating from your home can be distracting and annoying. With an ANC headset, any environment transforms into an ideal one for tasks that need complete attention, which is perfect when requiring all of your attention for completion.
Some of the ANC headphones that offer great audio quality and are useful during important communications such as conference calls. Look for those with voice assistant integration, multi device pairing, and transparency modes to find the ideal combination.
3. Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot
Hotspots are mobile devices that connect to cellular networks. They can be relied upon to provide a private wireless network that can be shared with up to ten devices. As with any new technology, portable wifi hotspots have their advantages alongside their limited disadvantages. The disadvantages include having to purchase them, and depend on the price, a data plan is likely necessary as well. Numerous vendors offer Vodacom, MTN, Cell C, and Telkom bundles, so subscribing to a data plan is fairly simple. Vodacom and Telkom have one shop, while MTN and Cell C have numerous stores that keep the other company’s merchandise. Once a data plan is bought, following the device instructions can guarantee the user a productive work day. Hotspots provide a convenient method of staying connected without the peril of unreliable public WiFi., which may be slow and of low quality.
4. External SSD
Portable external SSD devices allow us to circumvent the lack of storage in laptops. They improve the performance and quality of the device, while allowing for simple access to data through special security. The best portable SSDs support leading write speeds that enable them to maintain their maximum limit, while still supporting them once their cache has become overloaded. Beyond automation, these devices also provide convenient security, including AES 256 bit hardware encryption, simple finger tap unlock and also boast remarkable performance after the cache has been depleted.
Working creatively and collaboratively across long distances can be made easier with an external SSD drive, as it allows for files to be sent directly to the drive from any computer that a user is connected to and accessed whenever needed. Enterprise editions of the drive tend to hit a high of 100 TB of space, which comes along with some special enclosure requirement, while consumer versions tend to offer a lower 8 TB disk space.
5. Programmable Keypad
Your home workspace can be greatly improved by incorporating modern accessories. Ergonomic mice, along with USB heated gloves designed for fingerless users, help users to focus on work without distraction and also help achieve a professionals atmosphere that is comfortable.
Streamers, and other users of programmable keypads, enjoy all the features that come with these desk gadgets. The customizable hotkeys offered provide effortless creation of shortcuts, even for complex workflows.
Using these programmable devices and accessories provides a more sustainable workspace by reducing the need for multiple adapters and excess wires. Use keyboard with built-in hubs or USB-C plugs to help eliminate non-eco-friendly plug usage or try lowering cable clutter.
6. Docking Station
Heated fingerless gloves and laptop docking stations are examples of tech accessories that make working from home more comfortable and productive. Have a look at these fundamental devices that can elevate the quality of your workspace.
In contrast to ordinary USB-C dongles that add only one or two ports, this Kensington device enables the use of three 4K displays as well as four USB-A devices at the same time, while also providing port- and wattage-performance-to spare. It’s better than anything else available.
The Plugable USB C dock is as universal as they come with its horizontal design that makes it easy to access ports and use for both Windows and macOS.
7. Smart Coffee Maker
Smart coffee makers aren’t necessary, but for homes connected to the internet, they prove to be useful. These machines are operated through mobile devices and voice assistants like Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa using WiFi or Bluetooth. Some models like Hamilton Beach Smart FlexBrew TRIO “Works with Alexa” so users can pair and control their appliances using voice command. With smart technology, users can select single serve or carafe options, strength settings, warm time, and with the built-in scale, accuracy is guaranteed for each brewing method!
8. Smart Door Lock
Another great smart accessory that compliments a smart house is smart door locks, which replace traditional deadbolts and come with methods of unlocking via fingerprint sensor, smartphone app, and PIN code. Most allow the ability to grant users temporary guest access. The Schlage Encode TM Smart WiFi Deadbolt and August Wi-Fi Smart Lock are some of our favorites because they can easily integrate with other smart devices in your house through the app. Others, like Lockly Flex Touch, have minimalistic designs while still functioning as electronic scanners and look just like deadbolts.
For a combination smart lock and video doorbell, look no further than the Eufy S330 Smart Lock. This device is exceptionally helpful, as it enables visitors to be recorded while being able to be unlocked through a touch, an app, a keypad and more.
