I, like many people, spend an inordinate amount of time on my computer. It contains my work life, my school life, my personal life; most days, where I go, my computer goes too. That's why I'm all about making the time I spend using it efficient and comfortable. If you know someone like that—one might call them a "workaholic"—I've got some gift ideas for them this holiday season.
Best gifts to make computer use more comfortable
First, let's tackle the comfort component. First, I recommend a warming seat cover ($49.99), which not only heats you up, but helps relax tense muscles. In fact, warming is everything. Try a warming wrist pad ($24.95), warming foot cover ($31.99), or coffee mug warmer ($7.99). These are small and portable, so they can be used in the office or at home, and they provide a little comfort and relaxation that is vital to anyone tethered to a machine.
I'm also into lap desks. I got one for my mom last year, and she uses it all the time. Just because your recipient has to work on the couch, on the go, or, hell, in bed, doesn't mean they shouldn't be able to do so comfortably. One like this ($37.99) has it all: Drawers, charging ports, a little lamp, and a cup holder.
I recently got a bunch of these extension cords ($15.99) that feature traditional outlet plugs, plus lightning and USB ports, and make them accessible five feet from the wall outlet. I can't live without them anymore. They keep all my devices within reach, make it easy to charge multiple things at once, and have just overall revolutionized the organization of my life.
Best gifts to make laptop work more efficient
A gift that focuses on function over fun isn't super exciting, but if your recipient is really tied down to that laptop all the time, it can be appreciated. A laptop shade, for example, does two things: It enables your recipient to work in a bright place (like on a park bench, getting much-needed fresh air) and it stops anyone around them from stealing trade secrets off their screen. Try a sun shade and privacy sleeve that doubles as a bag for $79.99, or a simple clip-on shade for $21.99.
Portable chargers have long been a must for our phones, but they often don’t have the oomph (or the right attachments) necessary to rev up a computer. The 24000mAh, 88.8Wh SinKeu portable charger ($65.98), which has standard outlet on it like you see on a wall, solves that problem. Maybe your recipient can finally get out of the house for a few minutes.
You can also grab them an inexpensive phone mount ($9.99) that will make it easier for them to see two screens at once. It attaches to the back of the laptop lid, holding the phone out to the side, and is ideal for anyone who is dual-wielding tech all day long.
