Tech Recommendations
Tech Recommendations
Curated hardware and software recommendations for higher education.
Classroom and office technology
USB-C Docking Station
Use case: Useful for faculty and staff laptops, shared offices, and hybrid work setups.
Why it matters: Look for reliable power delivery, dual-monitor support, Ethernet, and broad Windows/macOS compatibility.
Document Camera
Use case: Good for classrooms, labs, tutoring spaces, and hybrid demonstrations.
Why it matters: Prioritise plug-and-play USB, decent low-light performance, and easy positioning.
Privacy Screen
Use case: Useful to protect privacy
Why it matters: Colleges deal with a lot of PII.
Conference Speakerphone
Use case: Useful for small meeting rooms, advising spaces, and ad-hoc hybrid meetings.
Why it matters: Choose simple USB/Bluetooth models with clear microphone pickup and minimal driver requirements.
Notes for future expansion
Good categories for this section:
- Classroom AV
- Faculty office essentials
- Residence hall technology
- Networking and Wi-Fi
- Security and identity
- Budget picks under $50, $100, and $250