Shopping for back-to-school supplies can leave your wallet feeling as drained as you are right now, but with these Costco tech must-buys for back to school, you’ll at least have some extra room in your budget for other supplies. Whether you’re a parent shopping for grade-school or college kids — or if you’re a teacher — you can score a ton of can’t-miss deals at Costco on tech no matter where school is happening this year.
While learning setups are different everywhere in the year 2020, everyone can still use some new tech supplies (if not more) to make remote learning and in-person learning a breeze. Since kids have grown up in the age of the internet, they tend to be more picky about the brand of their phones, laptops, and headphones. Chances are you don’t want to pay those brand-name prices, but luckily Costco’s got you covered with discounted prices on Apple, HP, and more. If you haven’t signed up for a Costco membership, we can’t think of a better time — you can sign up here.
Whether you need an affordable, kid-friendly laptop for your youngster, Apple Airpods to please your trendy high schooler or college kid, or tablets for portable learning, Costco’s got your back. Plus, you know tech is bound to have some issues, so Costco’s warranties are another great incentive.
One thing you can actually count on this year is getting some Costco-worthy prices on all the tech you or your child need for back-to-school season, so no need to stress out over that long list of items you need to purchase. With these unbeatable prices, you’ll even have some wiggle room to treat yourself to something for yourself at Costco — perhaps some gorgeous plants to brighten up your work-from-home slash at-home classroom space? Ahead, Costco tech must-buys for back to school that get an A+ in our book.
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Apple iPad Mini
If your kid’s school isn’t supplying a laptop and you don’t want to fork out the extra money for a laptop, a tablet is a solid backup plan especially if they’re younger and not writing full-on book reports yet. The touch-design of a tablet is also more kid-friendly, can be cheaper than a laptop, and is often more fun for them so they’ll stay engaged.
Lenovo Flex Laptop
This touch-screen laptop appeals to younger and older kids alike, and you’ll love the affordable price point. The coolest part is you can flip the screen into a position that’s most comfortable for their learning setup. The 14-inch screen is also just the right size, not too big and not too small.
Apple Airpods Wireless Headphones
If your teen or college-aged kid hasn’t asked for a pair of these yet, it’s coming. Speaking from personal experience, these hyped-up headphones really do make video calls, phone calls, and listening to music a lot more seamless while working from home or while on the go. The cord-free design makes your setup a lot less annoying, especially if you need to move a small distance away from the connected device. The automatic pairing between devices is pretty impressive too.
SanDisk USB Flashdrives
Losing homework due to computer problems is the absolute worst. Make sure your kid’s backing up their hard work on flash drives so you can prevent those tech-disaster moments. This set of three colored versions ensures you have plenty on hand for all their files.
Accell Docking Station
So many devices, so little outlets, am I right? Solve that cord conundrum with a universal docking station that will let you hook up just about every device directly into it. It has three USB A ports, one Ethernet port, HDMI port, earphone jack, and display port for all your tech needs.
Apple Macbook Pro 13.3″ 8th Generation
Chances are if you have a college kid, a Macbook is going to be at the top of their back-to-school list. Especially if they’re going to use design programs or be taking photos and videos, the sleek functionality and sharp LED-backlit Retina display will make getting work done seamless. It’s also ultra portable and will fit in their backpack or tote.
HP High Yield Ink Cartridge, Black & Tri-Color
Nothing’s worse than when your printer runs out of ink mid-print. Always have backups by having this extra large ink cartridge kit on hand. It includes both black and colored ink that will print about 480 pages each.
Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera Bundle
If your child’s taking a photography class this year or wants to start a new hobby to bust their boredom, a qualty DSLR camera can help them create professional photos with ease. You can’t go wrong with a Canon, and this value set comes with a camera bag to protect it, two lenses, and a 32GB SD card.
Fitbit Versa
Help your child (or you) stay on track and organized this year whether they’re learning at home or going to a real classroom with a smartwatch. This one looks just like the Apple version, but it’s less expensive, and it can monitor their sleep, heart rate, and Alexa’s built-in too.
Sony Headphones
If your kid doesn’t like having floating buds in their ears (we don’t blame them, they are strange at first), these over-ear versions offer high quality sound for all their video lessons or listening to music while doing homework. Plus, these ones are noise-canceling so they’re great for families who are all working and learning from home together. With a battery life of up to 35 hours, they’ll most likely just need to charge once a week.
HP Officejet Pro All-in-One Printer
Going back-to-school means lots of printouts, and if your child’s learning from home, then you’ll need a handy printer that’s not going to break on you constantly. This all-in-one version is compact and copies, prints, and scans.
Apple iMac Desktop 27″
We surely didn’t think we’d be WFH or re-entering the remote learning phase again, but here we are. It’s no secret tiny screens aren’t suitable for extended periods of time, so getting a monitor can do wonders for your child’s eyes — and possibly their sleep schedule too. This 27-inch screen has 8 GB of memory and a sharp Retina display.
CyberPower 2-Pack Surge Protectors
With more people staying at home during the day trying to work or learn, it can be a recipe for a power disaster. Protect your devices from power spikes with this set of surge protectors.
Samsung 43″ Smart TV
If you really want to deck out your kid’s learning space, then a TV could be in the cards for their back-to-school shopping spree at Costco. Instead of buying a desktop monitor, you can connect a laptop to the TV with an HDMI cord for a slick setup, especially if your existing laptop is straining your eyes (raises hand). Or, if you need a break from keeping them busy, it’s totally okay to have them watch some documentaries or learning shows ocasionally through this smart TV.
Ubio Labs Wireless Charger
Minimize cord chaos with this handy wireless iPhone and Apple watch charging port. It props your phone up too, so you can easily see incoming messages or the time without having to pick up your phone.
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