My Favorite Gift Ideas for Those Who Are Glued to Their Laptop All Day
I, like many people, spend too much time on the computer. It contains my work life, my school life, my personal life; most of the time, no matter where I go, my computer doesn’t work either. That’s why I try to make the time I spend using it efficient and comfortable. If you know someone like this—what you might call a “workaholic”—I have a few gift ideas for them this holiday season.
The best gifts that will make using your computer more comfortable
First, let’s look at the comfort component. First, I recommend the Warming Seat Cover ($49.99), which not only keeps you warm, but also helps relax tense muscles. In fact, warming is everything. Try the Wrist Warmer Pad ($24.95), Foot Warmer Cover ($31.99), or Coffee Mug Warmer ($7.99). They’re small and portable, so they can be used in the office or home, and they provide a little comfort and relaxation, which is vital for anyone tied to a machine.
I also like portable desks. I gave my mom one last year and she uses it all the time. Just because your recipient has to work from the couch, on the road, or heck, in bed doesn’t mean they can’t do it comfortably. This one ($37.99) has it all: drawers, charging ports, a small lamp, and a cup holder.
I recently purchased a bunch of these extension cords ($15.99) with traditional plugs as well as Lightning and USB ports, making them accessible within five feet of a wall outlet. I can’t live without them anymore. They keep all my devices close at hand, make it easy to charge multiple things at once, and overall have revolutionized the way I organize my life.
The best gifts that will make your laptop work more efficiently
A gift that focuses on functionality rather than entertainment isn’t anything special, but if your recipient is truly permanently attached to that laptop, it can be appreciated. For example, a laptop shade does two things: it allows your recipient to work in a brightly lit area (like a park bench, getting some much-needed fresh air) and it prevents anyone around them from stealing trade secrets from their screen. Try a sun visor and protective case that doubles as a bag for $79.99, or a simple visor with clip for $21.99.
Portable chargers have long been a necessity for our phones, but they often lack the power (or the right attachments) needed to speed up your computer. The SinKeu 24,000mAh 88.8Wh Portable Charger ($65.98) with a standard outlet as you see on the wall solves this problem. Perhaps your recipient will finally be able to leave the house for a few minutes.
You can also get them an inexpensive phone mount ($9.99) that will make it easier for them to view two screens at once. It attaches to the back of your laptop lid, holding your phone to the side, and is ideal for those who use two technologies all day.