Back to School

By Julia Benda Company News

09 Aug: Campus finds: tech you didn’t know you needed

Now that you’ve got the college basics down, let Best Buy offer some tips for getting to the head of the class.

Whether you’re commuting around campus, styling your dream dorm room or optimizing your study sessions, check out this tech to help you achieve an A+ semester.

Study smart

reMarkable paper tablet

Forgo traditional note-taking frustrations and replace it with a tablet that looks and feels like paper, with unlimited virtual pages, special tags and folders to keep organized. Plus, reMarkable tablets are now available in select Best Buy stores too, so you can see them firsthand.

By Anthony Aleman Company News

25 Jul: Back to school 2023: Shop smart with Best Buy

It’s back-to-school season, and we’ve put together a study guide to help you shop the latest technology and accessories at Best Buy.

Whether in class or studying at home, you need the right tools to make the grade. Best Buy has you covered, from advice to savings on the latest and greatest products. We’re sharing our notes, so read on and build your shopping strategy.

Back-to-school shopping essentials

We recommend starting with the basics and getting organized. Here are some tools to help you:

Student Hub: Our Student Hub is your destination for resources and inspiration.

Young Woman Working On Laptop In Cafe Window

By Katie Huggins Technology

14 Jul: 5 ways to save money on back-to-school tech this year

From tuition to tech, back-to-school season can be hard on your budget.

To help maximize your money, we compiled some tips to consider when you’re shopping for laptops and other back-to-school tech essentials.

Sign up for Student Deals: Our exclusive Student Deals are the easiest way to save big on all the tech you need to succeed this year. We have offers available on everything from laptops and tablets to headphones and appliances – and it’s easy to sign up.

By Anthony Aleman Technology

14 Jul: Choosing the right laptop and other back-to-school tech essentials

With summer flying by, it’s already time to start thinking about getting ready to go back to school.

That often starts with choosing the right laptop and other technology to meet your student’s needs. We know that decision can be difficult sometimes, but our experts at Best Buy are here to help.

We chatted with a couple of them to get some tips and product recommendations to help you find everything your student will need this back-to-school season.

Pick a laptop that meets your needs

The first step in picking out a new laptop starts with the student.

By Anthony Aleman Technology

14 Jul: Making your college living space your own

Moving into a dorm room or an apartment can be an exciting time for students going back to school. And for many, it’s the first time to truly personalize their own living space.

We know it can be a challenge to figure out what you need for your living space, but Best Buy is here to help with expert advice and all of the latest tech essentials.

We compiled a list of some top tech to help build the perfect living space while you’re at school.

By Kaylie Brazil Lifestyle

18 Aug: He’s A High School Teacher By Day, Tech Expert By Night

A full-time teacher, part-time tech expert and a father of five all walk into a room. His name is Justin.

Justin Feil has devoted the past decade to educating and inspiring future generations. From teaching toddlers to schooling seniors, he’s made a difference for hundreds of students, most recently as a special education teacher in Bakersfield, California.

“I absolutely love challenging these students to learn, grow and be their best selves,” he said.

Justin has a lot on his plate right now.

By John Vomhof Jr. Technology

18 Aug: Best Buy Education Helps Schools — Not Just Students — Prepare For Distance Learning

With the school year fast approaching, a Texas school district was scrambling to find the technology required for students to engage in distance learning during the pandemic.

The district needed Chromebooks. Lots of them.

Administrators placed an order with their usual tech provider, only to learn that company wouldn’t be able to fulfill it in time for the start of school. So, they turned to Best Buy for help.

Four business days later, they had secured almost 1,700 Chromebooks for their school.

By John Vomhof Jr. Technology

31 Jul: Best Buy Launches Parent Hub To Help Prep For Virtual Learning

With many states and school districts embracing distance learning because of the pandemic, many parents might soon find themselves working from home while also helping to manage their kids’ virtual schooling.

To help, we’ve launched a new Parent Hub on Best Buy.com. It’s a one-stop resource for exploring all the tech and tips you need to prepare for a new way of learning.

The site includes tech recommendations for distance learning, including laptops, tablets, Wi-Fi routers and computer accessories. Plus, there are tech tip videos and other resources that are designed to help parents’ get the most out of their tech.

By Katie Huggins Technology

22 Jul: 5 Tips For Choosing The Right Laptop For Learning From Home

As school districts across the country announce what classrooms will look like this fall, parents and students are gearing up for the new normal.

If you’re learning from home and spending even more time online, it might be time to upgrade your technology to make sure you’re getting the most out of your virtual classroom.

Here’s some helpful advice from Geek Squad Agent Derek Meister for what to look for in a new laptop.

Operating system

The operating system is the core of your laptop.

By Katie Huggins Technology

10 Jul: The Best Back-To-School Tech For Our New Normal

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.

By John Vomhof Jr. Technology

10 Jul: How To Choose The Right Laptop For Going Back To School

Best Buy experts provide helpful tips for their fellow students.

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.

By Best Buy Lifestyle

07 Aug: 3 easy recipes for cooking at college

College living doesn’t have to be the start of a diet consisting of ramen and macaroni and cheese.

Whether you’re in an apartment or dorm room this year, I’m here to let you know as a recent grad myself, there are options. If you have a microwave, mini fridge, mug and a few ingredients, you can eat like the aspiring foodie you deserve to be.

To help, here are three of my favorite food hacks that take little effort but reap (tasty) benefits.

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