India marks October 15 as World Students’ Day in honour of the birth anniversary of its 11th President, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. The day focuses on the legacy that Dr APJ Abdul Kalam left behind in aerospace science and education. It also brings attention to the role of education in a prosperous and flourishing society. To mark World Students’ Day 2026, we’ve curated a list of 10 gadgets and tech products for schoolgoing and college students.
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MacBook Neo
Apple’s entry-level MacBook is a reliable laptop that can be driven daily by students without worrying about falling short on power. The A18 Pro chipset at the heart of the MacBook Neo can handle routine AI tasks like photo editing, notes summarisation, and voice memo transcription. The 13-inch Liquid Retina display has a 2,408 x 1,506p resolution and a pixel density of 219ppi. It refreshes at 60Hz and can reach a maximum brightness of 500 nits. The tactile keyboard offers a fun typing experience. The 36.5Wh battery pack delivers up to 16 hours of battery life.
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
The sleek and slim aesthetic of the IdeaPad Slim 3 is pretty unassuming, but it is locked and loaded with firepower. The Intel Core Ultra 5 322 processor under the hood of this laptop has a dedicated NPU with up to 46 TOPS. This processor has a maximum clock speed of up to 4.4GHz. You also get 16GB DDR5-5600 RAM and 512GB SSD storage on board. The 15.3-inch display has a 2K resolution, a 60Hz refresh rate, and can reach 400 nits of brightness. The 60Wh battery pack can get you through the workday without any hiccups. Dive into our Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 review for a deeper analysis.
Xiaomi Pad 8
A dedicated note-taking tablet is a very handy accessory for college-going students. Instead of splurging on a high-end slab, you can get the midrange Xiaomi Pad 8 without missing out on any of the essential features. This tablet has an 11.2-inch LCD panel with a 144Hz refresh rate and 2K resolution. The display can reach a peak brightness of 800 nits while playing HDR content. The Focus Pen Pro writes smoothly on this panel without any noticeable latency. Additionally, the Focus Keyboard snaps onto the tablet with ease and offers an enjoyable typing experience. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor proves its worth by carrying out power-intensive tasks without getting out of second gear. Read our Xiaomi Pad 8 review for more details.
CMF Headphone Pro
CMF’s debut headphone punches above its weight. Currently going for Rs 4,999, it can easily take on premium audio products positioned a few tiers above it. The Headphone Pro uses 40mm drivers to produce a lush and dynamic soundstage where the full frequency spectrum gets ample space to express itself. The output has a very pleasant ‘pop’ and a cushiony bass envelope. The ‘Energy’ slider on the left earcup can be used to adjust the bass and treble level in the mix. Apart from curating an enjoyable listening experience, these headphones can also mute the background noise by nullifying up to 49dB of surrounding sounds. The 720mAh Li-ion battery pack can last up to 100 hours on a full charge. Check out our CMF Headphone Pro review to learn more about its soundstage.
Bambu Lab A1 3D Printer
Students of design and AutoCAD enthusiasts in general will like this affordable 3D printer from Bambu Lab. The A1 delivers precise 3D models that follow the dimensions input by the user to a T. This is made possible by its powerful MCU, low-drag linear rails, nozzle pressure sensor, and advanced motion control system. The print status monitoring system helps you keep tabs on your project so you can rectify an error before it becomes too big to fix. The printer has a 256mm x 256mm x 256mm build volume, which is impressive given its price tag. There’s a handy microSD card slot at the bottom for file transfer.
OnePlus Nord 6
At a time when smartphone prices are soaring through the roof, we wouldn’t recommend breaking the bank on a flagship. OnePlus’ midrange offering in its Nord series has all the power you need as a student. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset at the core of this phone can run through everyday tasks like a hot knife through butter. Additionally, it can run demanding gaming titles like BGMI and Call of Duty: Mobile without any pesky frame drops. The 6.78-inch AMOLED display has a 165Hz refresh rate. It offers a wonderful viewing experience. The rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The 9,000mAh battery pack supports 80W wired charging. Read our OnePlus Nord 6 review to learn what it’s like to drive this phone daily.
Stuffcool ChargeCube 65
No one likes messy, cluttered desks. This compact power cube from Stuffcool is a good starting accessory for cable management. Instead of reaching for multiple power outlets, you can plug all the devices on your desk into this 120mm x 100mm x 32.5mm power block. The 3 AC sockets are placed in a manner that they can be used simultaneously without the plugs overlapping each other. On top of that, you get a 65W USB-C port and an 18W USB-A port to charge your smartphone and laptop without needing a bulky adapter. Check out our review of the Stuffcool ChargeCube 65 for more details.
Noise MagSafe Qi2 Powerbank
You may not get the time to stop and charge your phone when you’re constantly moving from one lecture hall to another all day. This 10,000mAh power bank from Noise will prove to be a reliable companion during your college term. It can offer up to 2 charge cycles without losing excessive juice in the process. The power bank offers 20W wireless charging with MagSafe and Qi2 support. You can snap it onto the back of your phone without worrying about it sliding off. If your phone does not support magnetic wireless charging, you can make use of the 22.5W USB-C charging. Read our Noise MagSafe Qi2 Powerbank review for more details.
Logitech MX Master 4
Need to maximise your productivity? The MX Master 4 mouse from Logitech can fly past large blocks of code and thousands of spreadsheet rows in just a blink of an eye. You also get a dedicated horizontal scroll wheel, forward/back buttons, a gesture button, and an Action Ring button on the side. The ergonomic design minimises palm and wrist fatigue when you’re working long hours at your desk. The 8,000DPI optical sensor can track on most surfaces without any issues. The Logitech Options+ app opens the door to a ton of customisation features. Read our Logitech MX Master 4 review for an in-depth analysis.
Sony ULT Field 1
The Sony ULT Field 1 is the perfect speaker for when you want to sit back, unwind, and relax. It has a compact shell, a rubberised body, and a mesh layer to hit the trifecta of portability, endurance, and protection. The 16mm tweeters produce audio output that’s loud enough to fill a medium- to large-sized room. The sound quality is rich and lush. There’s a dedicated ULT button to boost the bass and bring the thump into the mix. The speaker is rated IP67 for dust and water protection. A full charge lasts up to 12 hours. Dive into our Sony ULT Field 1 review to learn more about the speaker.
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Final Thoughts
These gadgets and tech products will serve schoolgoing and college students well in their educational journey. If you need more niche recommendations, mention your use case in the comments. We’ll get back to you with relevant recommendations.
