Shopping for a laptop can be tough, especially when you add technical terms into the mix.
But don’t worry, we have an expert to translate the jargon.
That expert is Geek Squad Agent and college student Daniel Bellorin from Tallahassee, Florida. When it comes to understanding the lingo, he says, don’t be scared. “It seems like a lot of information, but once you learn what it all means, it can really help pick out the best laptop for you.”
Here are some common terms and what they mean.
Studying is studying whether you’re a second-grader or a second-year grad student. It’s sometimes boring and often time consuming, and for most students it’s an essential part of doing well in school.
But, it can be much easier.
Agent Noelle St. Andrew, from Richfield, Minnesota, juggles work, her personal life and school. She has come up with some tips to help students of any age study smarter, not harder.
Here’s what she recommends.
Writing things down has been shown to help you remember them better.
Your college packing list should consist of more than shower shoes and No. 2 pencils.
Imagine walking into your dorm and with just six words you can be watching your favorite show without pressing a single button. Or, your quick library visit is turning into an all-nighter, so you turn off your lights and electronics all the way across campus – with your smartphone.
Smart home technology isn’t just for houses. Some of the latest and greatest products work great in a dorm to give you an A+ environment for studying, having fun or staying organized.
It seems like summer just started, but before we know it the kids will be loading up their backpacks and hopping on the bus for their first day of school.
That means it’s time for back-to-school shopping.
Here’s a quick look at a few of this year’s hottest trends.
While two-thirds of us plan to start our back-to-school shopping the same time as last year, 28 percent of shoppers said they planned to start earlier.
A laptop is a critical tool for crushing it in school, but choosing the right one can be a challenge.
Let us help you. (After all, we are the nation’s No. 1 destination for laptops.)
We turned to expert Blue Shirt Steve Doiron, who works at our Best Buy store in Tempe, Arizona, just a mile from one of America’s largest universities. Here’s his advice for finding a laptop that will help you ace those classes (and provide some fun when you’re procrastinating).
Best Buy has launched a new back-to-school ad campaign that features comedian, actor and producer Adam Devine in a series of educational and humorous TV, digital and social spots.
Each element highlights a common scenario students face, and shows how to navigate awkward and difficult college tasks. Devine often partners with Best Buy Blue Shirts to demonstrate how easy it is to enjoy the best in tech for every situation.
“I hope our approach on how to tackle the tough college stuff helps show how easy Best Buy makes tech for families,” Devine said.
Classes are back in session at many U.S. colleges, but according to the National Retail Federation, almost 50 percent of students have completed only half of their Back to School shopping.
Even when all the items are checked off the list, there are bound to be things that got left off.
Don’t worry, Best Buy is here to help with a lineup of the top-10 things you might have forgotten:
1. Ink cartridges: By picking up a few ink cartridges, you’ll never have to stress about faded printing before handing in your papers.
This year, 30 percent of college students will live in a dorm or campus housing.
For many of them, especially freshmen, one of the most exciting aspects of heading to college is setting up their rooms. It’s easy to think about the basics, like sheets and towels, but don’t forget about must-have tech gadgets that will make their studies successful and their new home feel like … well … a home. From mini fridges to laptops, we’ve come up with the top-10 essentials for college students this year:
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Students can visit Bestbuy.com/bestcollegechallenge to enter by August 15
School is almost in session, and Best Buy is helping students across America have their best college experience ever.
Everyone knows having the right tech for back-to-school is crucial, and Best Buy has the answer. From exclusive deals on the hottest items to product recommendations to expert advice, Best Buy is here to help.
Not only can students find everything they need for back-to-school at Best Buy, they can now win a fully teched-out room in the #BESTCOLLEGE Challenge Contest.
Back to school. This time of year can break the bank for parents and students, especially those heading off to college for the first time. But you don’t have to spend money like it’s going out of style.
There are the obvious expenses – tuition, books and housing – and then there are tech tools like a laptop or tablet you need for class assignments. And don’t forget the gear that makes your dorm room the perfect study retreat.
These costs may seem like you’ll be eating ramen noodles forever, but don’t worry.