3 cool tech gadgets

These days, a laptop or tablet is an absolute must when it comes to back-to-school tech shopping.

But, if you’re looking to go beyond the mere basics, there are a wide array of gadgets and gizmos on offer that are sure to elevate the classroom experience. From smart pens to printers, we waded through the new releases and found three tech gadgets that are sure to be at the top of almost every student’s back-to-school wish list.

PRINT MASTER

Sure, most things can be done on your phone, but typically, printing is not one of them. Get clear, colourful printing accomplished at home with this all-in one printer. The Epson Expression Premium XP-6000 Small-in- One Printer can print a variety of projects — from photos to full-sized, double-sided reports — all with the quick click of a button. $149.99 | Epson.ca

PENPAL

Take note-taking to the next level with the IRIS Notes Air 3 Smart Digital Pen. The smart pen sends your handwritten notes, scribbles and graphs directly to your Android or iOS device so you can study and share them — without ever having to type or scan them. And the best part? This digital pen works on standard paper, so you don’t have to have any fancy sheets to make it work. $199.99 | Best Buy

FAN JAM

If you’re headed off to college, your shopping list is already pretty long. But you might want to pick up a dorm room-chilling option like this Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Fan. The fan’s smart sensor and internal filtration system senses particles, bacteria, allergens and gases in the air — and gets rid of them. Now, if only it could do your homework, too. $549.99 | DysonCanada.ca