One of the best parts about entering college is that you get to live on your own and have your own space to decorate your dorm you wish and however it suits your needs. Our world today is filled with technology and everything easily accessible at the few taps of the finger. Read on to find out the latest and greatest technology for your dorm room that will be sure to make your school life, social life and downtime ten times easier, fun and modern.
We have all wanted to talk to Alexa at least once in our lives as we watch ad after ad showing us the magic that she can do. In actuality, the Echo Dot is quite useful and can do a lot for you while you sit in the comfort of your dorm room. Ask her to play your favorite song, for an update on the state of the world or anything to do with your smartphone. You will not regret this purchase!
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A mini-fridge is essential for a college dorm room and there are a lot of cute ones out there that will add some cute decor to your room. Use a mini-fridge to store some deli meat for lunch, a few cans of soda or a carton of milk if you do not feel like heading down to the dining hall one day.
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We could all use a little twinkle in our lives then and now. String some fairy lights along the edges of your ceiling or over a window frame to bring some sparkle and light to your bedroom. Turn these on at night to experience a world of magic.
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A wireless charger is a cute dorm room tech piece when you are not in the mood to get up and plug in your phone at night. Simply have your wireless charger sitting on your bedside table and place your phone over it when you are getting ready to go to sleep.
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A movie projector is a cute little tech item for your dorm room so you and your roommate can watch movies on the “big screen” instead of sharing a small computer screen. Just connect this to your laptop and watch your movies on a blank wall or tapestry hanging from the ceiling.
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A new and practical piece of tech for your dorm room is a headboard that has an outlet at the top to plug your phone into. This is useful when you cannot reach behind your bed to plug in your phone and need to work with the confined space you are given.
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An extension cord is also extremely useful when they are a limited number of outlets for you and your roommate to share. Plug an extension cord into any outlet and have access to 10 new ones.
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An essential for every college student is a printer for their dorm room so that they can print out their papers or assignments on the go without having to take a trip to the library.
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As college students, we all need some caffeine now and then so what better piece of tech to have in your dorm room than a coffee maker or Keurig? Store this above your microwave and make a cup to go before classes or on your way to the gym.
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An essential for every college student is a microwave to heat up things quickly like a bowl of ramen or soup without having to go down to the dining hall.
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When having guests over to your dorm room, getting dolled up with your roommate or needing some study tunes, a Bluetooth speaker will be a lifesaver for those moments when you just want to jam out.
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A TV may not be a must for everyone but for some college students, they enjoy winding down by watching some Netflix or reality TV. There are many affordable options out there for TVs so find one that is right for you and your roommate and fits wells into your dorm room.
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Shop for a Roku Streaming stick if you want to stream music, movies from sources like Netflix and Hulu, and your TV does not already offer this capability.
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If your dorm does not have air conditioning like most old college dorms, investing in a small plug-in fan is your best bet for staying cool during the warmer months. Find something small enough that you can mount higher up near your bed and also something you can store on a shelf in a closet.
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You will want a small vacuum to clean up your room after people are over or your feet have been on the carpet. This will keep your room nice and tidy and dust-free throughout the year.
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If staring at a giant flat screen TV is not your thing, consider buying an iPad or Fire HD Tablet to hold with you in your bed and wind down with some Netflix or YouTube videos. These tablets may also come in handy for school-related tasks like typing up or writing down notes.
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You will most likely be spending some of your time studying in your dorm room if you choose not to go to the library. You will need some things for your desk such as pencils, a stapler and of course, a desk lamp. Find a Desk lamp with an outlet which gives you easy access to plug in your computer and phone if need be.
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This Instant Pot 6-quart is perfect for cooking rice, yogurt and many other food items easily and on-the-go.
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A steamer is the perfect tech item for taking out the wrinkles in clothes easily and fast, perfect for a college student with a busy schedule and little time for ironing.
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This Dash Rapid Egg Cooker is perfect for an easy and quick breakfast right in your dorm room. This egg cooker prepares eggs to be made into omelettes, hard-boiled eggs, deviled eggs, among others.
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Popcorn is a go-to snack for any movie night or night in with the girls. This silicone popcorn maker is the perfect dorm tech because it is portable and can be made right in front of you, no microwave needed.
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Vanity lights are a fun way to add a glamorous look to your dorm room and give you some more lighting when applying makeup or anything else you do in a mirror.
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A creative way to store and lock up your valuables is to put them in this book safe, lock it and display it on a bookcase or on your desk. No one will ever know it is a safe.
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A college staple is a pantry full of ramen noodles so what better item to have in your dorm than a rapid ramen cooker that you just stick in the microwave? This item is sure to last you all year and beyond for those late-night cravings or study sessions.
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Sound activated party lights are a fun dorm room tech item for when you have guests over or just want to have your own jam session. Just sync your phone with the lights and experience your own private light show.
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