Welcome to the 2024 Laptop Mag Back to School Issue

I’m Hilda Scott, veteran bargain hunter and deals editor here at Laptop Mag, your source for buying advice and savings on back-to-school tech.

Once upon a time, I, too, was a student, and I remember when dial-up internet was the norm and how I would crank out term papers on my relic Compaq Presario. I didn’t own a printer, so I would have to hustle to the school library or Kinko’s to have someone print it for me.

Laptop Mag is here to help you make the most of your back-to-school experience.

Fast-forward to 2024, and the college student experience has completely evolved. Professors now accept term papers via email or a shared file. Long gone are the days of lugging around heavy textbooks and flipping through World Book encyclopedias. Now, students can access their entire library on a mobile device. Plus, the convenience of online shopping makes it easier than ever to find the best deals on everything from laptops to dorm room essentials.

At Laptop Mag, we're keeping up with the times — and the back-to-school checklist has changed.

Back to School Issue: Table of Contents

These days, students need to be prepared with an arsenal of gadgets to keep up with the demands of their busy lifestyles. That's where Laptop Mag swoops in like a dream team of superheroes wearing tech-savvy and bargain-hunting capes.

As Laptop Mag’s resident deals guru, I aim to make your back-to-school shopping easier and, most importantly, more affordable. I know college students juggle a lot, from class schedules to setting into new housing to balancing a tight budget.

Whether you're a freshman moving into your first dorm or apartment or you’re a seasoned senior due for a study setup upgrade, we've got you covered. We'll assist you in finding the perfect laptop for your needs without overstretching your finances. Need a standing desk to combat those afternoon slumps? We've got you. Want a smart alarm clock that can wake you up with your favorite tunes and remind you of your upcoming assignments? We’ve got you on that, too.

Let’s face it: Student life primarily revolves around classrooms, lecture halls, homework, midterms, and final exams. However, I would be remiss if I didn’t stress the importance of relaxation. When you’re not heads-down in studying, there’s nothing better than unwinding with a good movie, binging a series, or jumping into an adventure with a video game. That's why we're also sharing deals on gaming consoles, streaming services, and even TVs to make your dorm room feel more like a home theater.

Laptop Mag is here to help you make the most of your back-to-school experience. Stick with us, and your transition to college life is as smooth and comfortable as a broken-in gaming chair.