Preparing to go back to school is sure to look a bit different this year amid the lingering uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic.
But regardless of whether classes happen in person or online, the latest technology will be just as essential — or more so — than ever for this new normal in the way students learn. From that essential laptop for doing your homework to instant film cameras for capturing all the memories at school, Best Buy has you covered.
With the start of school just around the corner, it’s time for students to find the right laptop to meet their needs — whether they’ll be learning in the classroom or from home this year.
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a new computer for college. But regardless of your major or how much you’re willing to spend, there are plenty of good options for everyone.
Here are some helpful tips from Best Buy employees who are doing double duty as college students.
In the early weeks of the pandemic, consumers were stunned to find empty shelves in the toilet paper aisle.
In response, a growing number of Americans turned to the bidet, finally giving it the attention it deserves. While this handy bathroom accessory has been around for more than 300 years and are popular in other parts of the world, it never really caught on in the U.S.
While toilet paper is back on store shelves, bidets remain as relevant as ever because they’re easy to use and better for the environment.
Father’s Day is almost here, and although we’re grateful for the father figures in our lives every day of the year, this is a special opportunity to celebrate and recognize them for all they do.
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, your Father’s Day plans will likely look a little different from years past. But there are still plenty of ways to stay connected and spend time together.
When it comes to finding the perfect gift, it can be quite a challenge to find something that Dad will use all the time and conveys just how much you appreciate him.
With schools across the country closed because of COVID-19, children of all ages spent the spring learning at home. That resulted in more time online — a trend that is likely to continue as summer begins without many of the usual camps and activities.
From computers and tablets to phones and video games, kids and parents alike are leaning on technology to entertain themselves and alleviate social isolation. Technology has become an essential part of everyday life, and there are ways for parents to make sure it stays safe, fun and productive.
Many parents worry about their kids experiencing “brain drain” during the summer months, and that’s sure to be an even bigger concern this year as students transition from a spring of distance learning to a summer without many of the usual camps and other activities.
Just because schools aren’t in session doesn’t mean kids have to take a three-month break from learning. There are lots of activities that can provide summer fun while also unlocking their imaginations.
To learn more, we talked to Hafsa Aden, the coordinator at the Best Buy Teen Tech Center in Portland, Oregon.
Graduation is more than a ceremony. It’s a rite of passage that honors years of hard work and dedication.
This year, the class of 2020 is having to find creative ways to celebrate as we learn to navigate life — and its big milestones — in a pandemic.
You may not be able to attend a ceremony or graduation party in person, but you can still congratulate the grads in your life with a thoughtful gift as they prepare for college or move on to their next adventure.
At Best Buy, we’re committed to offering products that help our customers reduce their carbon footprints while saving money on their utility bills.
For the average household, more than half of the energy used is for heating and cooling1. A great way to control, monitor and reduce energy used at home is by installing a smart thermostat.
To help our customers save energy and money, we’re partnering with Google to offer deals on Nest smart thermostats this month.
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This year, Mother’s Day is going to be celebrated a little differently, adding to the challenge of how to make all the mother figures in our lives feel extra special at home or from a safe distance.
Under these unique circumstances, many of us are finding innovative ways to virtually connect and are heading online to find a gift that expresses love and appreciation for the mom who already has it all or doesn’t want anything.
Whether you live in a different city or under the same roof, here are some tools and tech gadgets that will make Mom’s life easier year-around.
The phrases “stay at home” and “work from home” have become common for many of us these days. And while technology makes it possible for us to do those things more easily, it can also present new opportunities for cybercriminals.
The Justice Department has warned that criminals are trying to exploit COVID-19 fears through a variety of scams. Those include phishing emails, malicious websites and fraudulent donation requests.
For tips on how to stay safe from hackers and be our best cyber-selves, we chatted with Geek Squad Agent Zach Timlin.
We’re all spending a lot of time at home this spring, and that means our appliances are getting more use than normal.
To keep those hardworking machines in tip-top shape, it’s important to give them a good spring cleaning.
To learn more, we talked to Geek Squad Agent Jonathon Sprague, who has more than 14 years of experience helping customers with all their appliance needs.
“Thoroughly cleaning your appliances will extend their life and ensure they are running most efficiently,” Agent Sprague said.
Matt Polski is taking advantage of all this time at home by mixing some catchy quarantine-inspired jingles.
Creativity comes naturally for Matt, who works in marketing at Best Buy. So far, his song catalog includes “Does anybody know what day it is?” and “What do you do when you’re quarantined?”
“There are people going through really nasty situations right now. They’re losing jobs, health, family members and friends,” he said. “Hopefully these songs can give people a brief escape from external stressors.”