Top 5 gadgets students should have before school starts

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Summer is almost over and students are preparing to go back to school.

With the influx of digital technology, it started to invade our classrooms and students must be equipped with electronic devices. These gadgets will help the students along the school year. Below are the top five gadgets or electronics that every student should have before the school starts next month, especially those going to college:

Smartphone

Cellphones are limited in some areas of the school but it is a must to keep in touch with people back home. Mobile phones proved to be useful in case of emergency as students can easily call their family or friends in time of need. Moreover, smartphones can connect to the Internet that allows users to check emails instantly, anytime and anywhere.

Laptop

One of the indispensible electronic devices of students nowadays is a laptop. If you are moving to college, a laptop is best since it is portable at the same time as it being a powerful device. It is essential in making reports and projects needed for school. There are a lot of affordable laptops with various specifications that fit the needs of students.

Calculator

Some students, especially those majoring in math and engineering, are in need of calculators. It will be hard to crunch those numbers without the help of a calculator.

Tablet/e-Reader

Colleges recommend long list of reading materials needed each semester. Instead of carrying a bag loaded with books, students can easily download all of the books and read them through a tablet or an e-Reader.

Digital Camera

Being in school or being away at college is not all about studying, it is also about making a lot of memories. Capture special moments with a digital camera and take photos that will document your life as a student. Moreover, you be able to nab some photography skills in the future.