You could say our generation is addicted to tech—and these gadgets take that obsession to the next level. Whether you’re in the library, out on the town or off on a wild adventure, these tech toys are absolute must-haves for the girl or guy who wants to always be connected.
UNDER $25
Universal Waterproof iPhone Case, $14, available at Canopy
Embrace your inner wild side! This case is eco-friendly, completely waterproof and heavy duty to provide you with the most durability in even the harshest weather. Even better? It’s compatible with every phone AND can double as a wallet.
Selfie Wireless Remote Shutter, $24.99, available at Brookstone
Attention Selfie Nation: With this new gadget, selfie sticks are SO last year! Take your pictures to the next level with this wireless remote that has a 33-foot range and requires no Bluetooth or Wifi to work.
Key Chain Travel Charger, $19.95, available at The Grommet
Never struggle with annoying phone charging cords again! A key chain travel charger is everything you need this year. Plug your NomadKey in to any USB port you can find!
Nanotips, $20, available at The Grommet
Allow us to introduce you to the solution we’ve ALL been waiting for––Nanotips touch screen glove solution. Yes, it’s exactly what it sounds like! Apply a little bit of this liquid to the fingertips of your favorite pair of gloves and never worry about taking your gloves off to use your phone again.
Graphic Cord Keeper Set, $24, available at Fab.com
Do you have an eye for organization and adorable designs? Then you NEED to get yourself a set of these to stylishly avoid all those tangles in your cords come 2016!
ClickBack Phone Case, $25, available at ClickBack Phone
If you love protective phone cases, but are sick of their boring designs, this is for you. ClickBack phone cases allow you to change your cases, without really changing your cases and honestly, what’s more awesome than that?
Game of Phones, $20, available at Uncommon Goods
You and your friends are already addicted to your phones, so why not at least turn the obsession into a group activity? Game of Phones is a sort of virtual scavenger hunt game: Draw up a prompt card and see who can find the weirdest Google Image result for your name or show your most recent photo the fastest.
Fisheye Photo Lens, $20, available at Urban Outfitters
Easy to attach and compatible with most smartphones, this 180 degree fisheye lens is about to take your Insta game to the next level.
UNDER $50
iSkelter, $39.95, available at The Grommet
Say goodbye to slouching with this fun and functional laptop stand! The two-piece bamboo design enables easy portability, not to mention extra cuteness! Stalk your social media––we mean, do your schoolwork–– in the most comfortable way.
USB Backup Battery, $29.99, available at Brookstone
Are you a self-declared nomad, or just sick of having to find outlets everywhere you go? Great news! This was made for you. The USB backup battery lets you charge your phone (or any other USB device, basically) wherever you go.
Back Me Up Mobile Charger, $30, available at Ban.do
We could rant about how adorable these are, but do we really need to? The cute, compact charger will have you looking forward to running out of battery power.
The Power Trip – Ticket Stripe in Pink, $32, available at Ban.do
Give your iPhone the accolades it deserves with this chic charger! It comes with a wall plug and a car plug, so you’ll never have to worry about your phone dying ever again.
Local Heroes Mini Donuts iPhone Case, $26, available at Forever 21
We donut care what you say––this charger is absolutely everything. Can someone run us to the nearest Dunkin?
Gem Speaker, $40, available at Dormify and Ban.do
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend and we aren’t referencing the kind you wear. Blast your favorite tunes in style at your next social gathering with this hot pink accessory––It’s truly a gem!
UNDER $100
Adorned Wireless Speaker, $98, available at Free People
For all you artsy souls who hate the tacky appearance of wireless speakers, we’ve got you covered. We mean, look at this thing! Such a super sleek decoration will surely have heads turning at your next party.
Laser Projection Virtual Keyboard, $89.99, available at Brookstone
If your reaction to this was similar to ours, it probably went something like, “What. Is. This. How. Does. It. Work.” We don’t really understand it either, but we DEFINITELY need to get our hands on it this holiday season! Technology, man…
11+ Bottle Humidifier, $90, available at Urban Outfitters
This sleek humidifer is perfect for cold winter nights—your skin and sinuses will thank you!
PhoneSoap Smartphone Sanitizer, $59.95, available at Uncommon Goods
We hate to break it to you, but your most-prized possession is literally crawling in germs. This smartphone sanitizer quickly zaps away germs with ultraviolet light.
OVER $100
Lomo LC-Wide, $389, available at Lomography
This camera is ressurecting photography from the dead and pulling it away from Instagram. Capture your life again the right way––trust us, you won’t regret it!
Fitbit – Charge Activity Tracker + Heart Rate, $149.99, available at Target
If you’re in need of a way to better track your health, a Fitbit is definitely it! Uncover personal stats, monitor sleep patterns, track runs or walks and see progress right before your eyes.
GoPro – HERO4 Silver Action Camera, $399.99, available at Best Buy
No matter what your definition of an adventure is, you absolutely NEED GoPro to document it. These things have taken the world by storm throughout 2015, and we don’t really see this changing much come 2016!
Powerbeats Wireless, $199.95, available from Beats by Dr. Dre
Our prayers have been answered: the days of getting tangled in our headphones are over! With 11 color options available, your workouts will honestly never be the same. Seriously, where’s the nearest gym?
Mira Bracelet, $169, available at Mira
Stylish and subtle, this fitness tracker looks like a chic bracelet but is secretly tracking your steps, elevation and calories.
HP Pro Tablet 10 EE G1 64GB Black, from $455.95, available at Intel
You’re going to need this tablet for taking notes and online shopping—and everything in between. Super fast and high-powered, make this your tech must-have for spring semester.