9 modern devices for the student

Sony VAIO Tap 11 (SV-T1122M2R/W)

First of all, every student needs a computer. In this article, we want to pay attention to modern "hybrid" laptops and transformer laptops, the number of which is rapidly growing on the market. The undoubted advantage of such models is ergonomics: the ability to control both from the keyboard and from the screen. By the way, hybrids with a detachable keyboard have one more indisputable advantage: even inexpensive models are now equipped with IPS-matrices, while while entry-level laptops still have to settle for not the latest TN technology.

Hybrids primarily include Windows tablets with detachable keyboards. It should be remembered that such devices have all the hardware in the upper half, so the ergonomics are unusual: the screen together with the hardware is often heavier than the keyboard unit, even if an additional battery is installed in it. A good example is the Sony VAIO Tap 11: Stylish, lightweight and with Full HD resolution, this 11-inch tablet laptop with a Core i3 processor is very well suited for lecture mode and at home. The display is very high quality, but at home it is better to connect a large monitor to it.

But for those who do not care about computer performance, we recommend paying attention to the affordable "transformer" Asus Transformer Book T100TA (T100TA-DK003H) . It has an entry-level processor Intel Atom Z3740, and IPS-screen has a resolution of 1366x768 pixels. For more demanding users, the market also presents the oldest modification in the family — Asus Transformer Book T300LA (T300LA-C4003H) Asus Transformer Book T300LA (T300LA-C4007H) .

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Gen 5 2012

Who needs an e-reader when they already have a tablet at home? First of all — the humanities, who need to read tons of literature, or just a lover of reading. It is better to take care of your eyes from a young age, and electronic paper, from which the screens of the vast majority of readers are made, are more loyal to the eyes than the luminous matrices of tablets, smartphones or laptops. In addition, a lot of the printed heritage of mankind has migrated to the electronic worlds, and this is just the beginning. Most likely, in the near future, modern libraries will switch to an electronic format as much as possible.

One of the best electronic books on the modern market is Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Gen 5 2012 . This model, although not the cheapest, is one of the fastest, and is also equipped with a white contrast screen. It is unlikely that for some of the young people the lack of official Russification of the product will be a big drawback.

Those who care about it can take a closer look at PocketBook devices, in particular — PocketBook 624 Basic Touch . Or choose another model from our catalog e-books.

Asus RT-N14U

A modern student, who, usually, has a lot of various gadgets, simply cannot do without a router. In hostels, the need for it is even greater. But in most cases, it all comes down to buying an inexpensive model, the possibilities of which are limited to distributing the Internet in one or two rooms. When the functionality of modern routers is much more interesting: today, for almost the same money, you can purchase a solution that will also serve as a print or file server.

A good example of such a device for reasonable money — Asus RT-N14U , providing a wireless signal transfer rate of up to 300 Mbps. Equipped with a USB port, so you can connect a network printer, storage device or USB modem to the router. There are also two antennas and a switch for 4 LAN ports. You can find other models with same functionality.

Transcend StoreJet 25M3 2.5" TS1TSJ25M3G 1 TB Price from 2 688 up to 4 555 ₴ →

An external hard drive is primarily needed for backup storage of important data, and also for use as additional storage, since internal Laptop hard drives tend to fill up very quickly. The device can be very useful for users whose laptops or tablets are equipped with fast, but small SSD drives. Also note the following scenario: the above described router with a file server function, supplemented by an external media library from almost any device anywhere in the room, and no wires!

An example of a good external hard drive is Transcend StoreJet 25M3 2.5" TS1TSJ25M3G 1 TB Price from 2 688 up to 4 555 ₴. It has a fairly durable body (which is important if a student will carry it in a bag), supports a USB 3.0 interface (that is, files will arrive on it quickly) and can save up to a terabyte of data. Full catalog of external hard drives here.

Kingston DataTraveler microDuo 16 GB

Alas, the Internet is not yet available everywhere, so sometimes information is transmitted the old fashioned way: from carrier to carrier, and therefore A flash drive remains an indispensable assistant. In this category, I would like to draw attention to one of the most interesting solutions — a universal flash drive keychain Kingston DataTraveler microDuo 16 GB .

Up to 64 GB internal memory available (depending on modifications< /a>), microUSB and USB 2.0 connectors, and support for USB On-The-Go technology for direct connection to smartphones and tablets. In addition to saving term paper, this compact device has a number of interesting use cases. So, let's say, you already need to run to a boring couple in 5 minutes, for which it would be better to prepare good music, but there is (as always) no free space on the phone. Or the memory card on the camera is already full and the journey is still in progress. This compact keychain can serve as a good solution for all the described situations.

If for some reason you did not like this model, then here

JBL Micro Wireless

Built-in speakers in a laptop or tablet usually leave a lot to be desired. The output is portable acoustics. It should be noted that we are not talking about a quality system for audiophiles, but about small portable speakers, the main purpose of which is to improve the built-in audio capabilities of a tablet computer or smartphone.

Recently, this segment has undergone changes and even very tiny speakers learned to produce an interesting sound. An example is the rather popular JBL Micro Wireless . This small 3 watt speaker with a sensitivity of 80 decibels produces a very pleasant sound. In this case, the signal is transmitted wirelessly via Bluetooth. Also note a small but easy-to-use eyelet on the case, thanks to which the device can be attached to a bag or even a belt.

Inexpensive acoustics can be useful for watching movies and games Genius SP-i250G . Two small speakers give out a rather voluminous and pleasant sound, are decorated with coloured stripes, and work for about 7 hours without recharging. They are recharged from a laptop via USB.

Targus City Smart Laptop Slipcase 15.6 15.6 "

The laptop bag is another must have. But it’s difficult to recommend something specific here, since it all depends on the size of the laptop and the preferences of each individual user. Some prefer classic bag with a wide one-shoulder strap, someone is designed to be carried behind the back backpack, and who the third is case, which can provide the highest level of protection for laptop.

Model Targus City Smart Laptop Slipcase 15.6 15.6 " is a seemingly simple bag for laptops with screen sizes ranging from 14 to 15.6". The main feature is a special shockproof case that can protect the laptop inside from strong shocks and shocks. There is an additional compartment for laptops or other documents, as well as a special pocket for a smartphone. Nylon outer cover

Kingston MobileLite Wireless G1

This compact device combines the functions of a wireless card reader and a portable smartphone charger. So, it not only allows you to read information from memory cards or drives connected to the USB port, but can also open access to their content for three more Android or iOS devices. The exchange of information is carried out via the wireless Wi-Fi protocol.

Additionally equipped with a 1800 mAh lithium-polymer battery, which can also be used to charge external mobile devices. Insufficient battery life — a popular problem for modern smartphones, and therefore a similar device or another external battery can be a good purchase. But here it is worth making a small remark: the capacity of the built-in battery cannot be called outstanding, but it will be enough for emergency charging of the smartphone. Another important advantage is a full-fledged USB port, the absence of which in smartphones many users complain about.

The second generation of this device is already on the market — Kingston MobileLite Wireless G2 . In addition, the new version can act as a router, and the battery capacity has been increased to 4640 mAh.