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The Coolest Tech and Dorm Buys College Kids Want and Need

Innovative and stylish electronics and dorm picks from Walmart for a productive, efficient school year.

By The Editors
a laptop on a table

A dorm room is a home away from home, and while space can be limited, there are key items to stock it with that can make a student’s day-to-day life as seamless and productive as possible — and bring them joy as well. For example: a slim but powerful laptop for essay-writing and streaming; noise-canceling headphones, so they can listen to their music without disturbing their roommates; and a portable mini speaker for quad hangs. Or how about an ergonomic chair for long hours at the desk; the always-essential mini fridge to keep snacks and drinks handy; and convenient storage and organizational solutions, like an easy-to-grip shower caddy?

For all of these tech and home buys and more, look to Walmart.com. You can count on the retailer for quality, stylish and affordable back-to-college-ready items that will outfit a student’s space with everything they need and want for a fun and successful year ahead.

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Urban Shop Acrylic Rolling Office Chair

Acrylic Rolling Office Chair

Form meets function with this contemporary chair — it’s slim enough for a dorm room, it's comfortable for logging long study hours and it makes a bold statement.

2

ASUS Vivobook S 15.6-Inch Laptop

Vivobook S 15.6-Inch Laptop

This super-slim laptop weighs just 3.31 pounds, but don’t let the minimalist design fool you — it packs a punch. It has a Lumina OLED screen for stunning graphics, 16 GB of RAM, an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor for exceptional speed and performance and 16 hours of battery time. Plus, its ergonomic keyboard is designed with vibrant backlighting, so work can continue without disruption when roommates are sleeping.

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3

onn. Wireless On-Ear Headphones

Wireless On-Ear Headphones

This pair collapses down for easy carrying to class — and at under $15, it’s so affordable that getting one in every color might need to happen.

4

Mainstays Boucle Cloud Storage Ottoman

Boucle Cloud Storage Ottoman

When storage is at a premium, this super-cool ottoman is a life saver. It’s perfect for discreet stowing of shoes, extra clothes or linens, and it offers extra seating for when friends come to hang.

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Mainstays Indoor Single Folding TV Tray Table

Indoor Single Folding TV Tray Table

Whether it’s used for quick meals in the dorm or as an extra surface for books when studying, this sturdy table will come in handy. It conveniently folds up flat for easy storage in a closet or under the bed when not in use.

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Frigidaire 1.6-Cubic-Foot Retro Mini Fridge

1.6-Cubic-Foot Retro Mini Fridge

What’s a dorm room without a mini fridge? This throwback-looking one hits another level with its stainless steel embellishments and built-in side bottle opener. The door is reversible to allow for different placement options, the shelves are adjustable and it comes with a small freezer compartment to store ice or frozen treats.

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JBL Charge 5 Speaker

Charge 5 Speaker

This portable and waterproof speaker from trusted brand JBL delivers with bold sound. Once fully charged, it provides up to 20 hours of play time — and thanks to its PartyBoost feature, it can be connected to other JBL speakers to truly get the good times going.

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Mainstays Portable Shower Caddy

Portable Shower Caddy

Simple, effective, durable — this shower caddy is all that’s needed to keep toiletries in one place. It has four compartments for easy organization, plus an extra-rubbery handle for comfortable gripping when they’re carrying it from the room to the common bathroom and back.

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Keurig K-Express Essentials Coffee Maker

K-Express Essentials Coffee Maker
Now 34% Off

No need to rely on watery cafeteria coffee when a delicious cup of hot joe can be brewed in minutes right in their room. With a 36-ounce reservoir, this decor-worthy Keurig can make multiple cups without refilling, and its back-to-back brewing means there’s no waiting for it to reheat before starting a second cup on those marathon study sessions.

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Mainstays 3-Tier Metal Utility Cart

3-Tier Metal Utility Cart

If storage is an issue (and in dorm rooms, when is it not?), this slim but sturdy metal utility cart will be a welcome and cool-looking solution. It can be used to store books, cleaning supplies, jewelry, makeup … you name it. It’s easy to roll, but the locking wheels also keep it solidly in place.

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Mainstays 2-Slice Toaster

2-Slice Toaster

On rushed mornings when there’s no time to hit the cafeteria before class, this cute toaster will be much appreciated. It comes in four hip colors, including this trendy green, so students won’t mind displaying it, either.

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