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Dorm essentials for back to campus
Dorm life can be a lot to handle for incoming college students. From sharing a new space with roommates to laundry and the general hazards of “adulting,” it can be a lot to navigate. With this new setting comes a need for new supplies and dorm room essentials. It also often comes with budget restrictions.
The right goods at the right price can set up a dorm-dweller for success. That’s why we’ve rounded up an array of different items to do the job. Some items are necessary, but some are creature comforts, like a mini fridge or a dorm smart speaker.
And for the whole list, check out CNET’s list of dorm essential items at cnet.co/3pDQJQy.
BUDGET-FRIENDLY EARBUDS: JBL LIVE PRO 2 NOISE-CANCELING EARBUDS
This hot AirPods Pro alternative will help students avoid the daily dorm racket with active noise cancellation technology. Bonus: A pair of JBL Live Pro 2 earbuds boasts a budget-friendly price.
A SMART SPEAKER FOR A SMART DORM:
AMAZON ECHO (4TH GEN) SMART SPEAKER
Ranked CNET’s best smart speaker overall, the Amazon Echo is a helpful addition to any dorm. Students can ask Amazon’s smart assistant Alexa about the weather, create shopping lists, set alarms for class and more. The Echo also boasts a quality speaker and connects to smart devices.
STASH DRINKS, SNACKS OR EVEN SKIN CARE:
UBER APPLIANCE MINI FRIDGE
A tiny fridge, how convenient! College students will love keeping beverages, food and skin care products cool in their own fridge. This one from Uber Appliance has a removable shelf and holds up to six cans or four bottles of water. It comes in red, silver or black and comes with power cords for a car or home.