Working from home has replaced going into traditional workspaces for a lot of folks. If you fall into that camp as well, it’s about time you turned that spare room in your house into a functional home office. A complete overhaul may require some investment on your end, but it will reap tremendous dividends in the long run. So, if you’re tired of working from your couch, here are the top 10 gadgets and devices you need to get to set up your home office.
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Epson EcoTank L3352 Printer
The EcoTank L3352 is an affordable and reliable printer that belongs in every home office. Its compact form factor makes it easy to stash on a desk or shelf without any hassle. The integrated ink tank allows nuisance-free refills without any spillage. Not to mention, the ink bottles are more economical than ink cartridges. The printer has a speed of 33 black-and-white pages per minute. For colour pages, the speed drops to 11ppm. With a 5,760 x 1,440 dpi resolution, the prints look crisp and professional. The device also supports scanning and copying functions.
The Sleep Company – AeroPlus Height Adjustable Desk
The AeroPlus height adjustable desk from The Sleep Company has a minimal look that would appeal to those who want an unassuming home office setup. The two-stage electric motor can be fired up with a flick of a switch to elevate this desk so you can work while standing up. Those who have a habit of slouching in their chairs will appreciate this feature. There are 3 different height presets you can save on this desk. The electric motor has silent operation and a load-bearing capacity of 80kg. The steel frame remains stable even when the desk is extended to its maximum height.
POVA AI Buds Pro
POVA’s new TWS offering can do more than just play music. These AI earbuds transcribe your calls and meetings and create a ‘Mind Map’ of the discussion. The latter is a neat chart depicting the key points and actionable insights mentioned in the meeting. The earbuds support 78 languages, but you need to dish out an additional Rs 1,100 per month to access them. Apart from the AI features, the call quality and soundstage offered by these TWS are pretty good. A full charge lasts up to 9 hours. For more details, read our review of the POVA AI Buds Pro.
Logitech Signature Comfort Plus M850 L
If you spend long and gruelling hours at your desk, you need an ergonomic mouse that relieves your wrist from excessive stress. Logitech’s Signature Comfort Plus M850 L would be our pick. This mouse has an ergonomic design that’s easy on the hand and allows several different grip styles. The outer grip has a rubber finish, and the upper panel has a padded section to rest the palm. The clicks on this mouse are muted to an incredible degree. The optical sensor can track on wood, glass, plastic, and more surfaces. The mouse can pair with up to 3 devices at once. Read our Logitech Signature Comfort Plus M850 L review for a deeper analysis.
Logitech Brio 100 Webcam
A good webcam can instantly improve the quality of online meetings and video calls. The Brio 100 from Logitech is the right device for the job. Offering a full 1,080p HD resolution, this webcam relays clear visuals to other meeting participants. With ‘RightLight’ you can boost the brightness by up to 50% and get rid of pesky shadows. The built-in mic captures clear, non-muddled audio that’s focused on the speaker’s voice. The handy privacy shutter can be snapped shut when the webcam is not in use. The Brio 100 is compatible with platforms like Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Google Meet.
BenQ RD270Q
If you spend long hours coding at your desk, you need a monitor that’s easy on the eyes. Enter the BenQ RD270Q, a 27-inch display with an ergonomic design and a reflection-free nano matte panel. The 90-degree pivot not only lets you find the right viewing angle, but it can also be used to set the display in a portrait orientation while working with long code files. The nano matte panel reduces glare and keeps reflections to a minimum. The 144Hz refresh rate offers a smooth scrolling experience. For more details, read our review of the BenQ RD270Q.
Bambu Lab A2L 3D Printer
A 3D printer in your home office may sound like overkill, but its fun factor cannot be denied. Bambu Lab’s A2L FDM printer is relatively affordable and offers all the fun of any regular 3D printer. Its open frame design and 330 x 320 x 325 mm build volume ensure that your larger projects don’t stay continued in your imagination. There’s a handy 3.5-inch touchscreen to browse through the controls and set your preferences. You can send files to the printer wirelessly from your PC, laptop, or smartphone, or via a microSD card. The machine follows the dimensions input by the user with immense accuracy. You also get multicolour printing through AMS Lite. Dive into our Bambu Lab A2L review for a deeper analysis.
Dyson HushJet HJ10
If the air quality in your city takes a hit during the festive season, you need a reliable air purifier that takes care of smoke, pollen, bad odour, and other pollutants. The Dyson HushJet HJ10 does a great job of cleansing the air in rooms up to 1,076 sq. ft. It clears 99.97% of unwanted particles up to 0.3 microns in size. The silent operation of the motor is ideal for home offices as it doesn’t cause a nuisance when you’re in a meeting. The handy auto-mode kicks the purifier into gear whenever it senses poor air quality. There’s support for Alexa, Siri, and Google Home on board as well.
Mac Mini M6
The new Mac Mini with the M6 chip can handle complex AI workflows completely on-device with its dual 16-core Neural Engine. You can run LLMs on your desk without sacrificing your data to third-party servers. With a Neural Accelerator in each GPU core, Apple guarantees up to 4.8x faster AI performance on this device. You also get 2.5Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6 support. There are 3 Thunderbolt 4 ports, 1 2.5Gb Ethernet port, and 1 HDMI port at the back, and 2 USB-C ports and 1 headphone jack at the front. You also get 24GB unified memory and 512GB storage on board.
D-Link DIR-825 Router
You can equip your home office with state-of-the-art tech, but a poor internet connection can make it all go bust. To avoid this situation, you need a good router. The D-Link DIR-825 is our finest recommendation. This router has 1 Gigabit LAN and 4 Gigabit WAN ports for high-speed connectivity. The 4 high-gain omnidirectional antennas make sure no corner of your house remains without a Wi-Fi signal. You get a speed of 300Mbps on a 2.4GHz network and 867Mbps on a 5GHz bandwidth. The D-Link companion app lets you set up and manage the device with ease.
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Final Thoughts
These are the top 10 smart gadgets that’ll elevate your home office to a serious work environment. While you’re here, take a look at our list of the best living room tech as well. Got any questions? Let us know in the comments!
