6 back-to-school upgrades under $60

Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to mean spending hundreds of dollars on a new laptop. Sometimes it’s the smaller accessories that make the biggest difference to how comfortably and efficiently you work every day.

A few well-chosen gadgets can improve ergonomics, expand connectivity, keep your devices charged, and make online meetings less frustrating.

From laptop stands and docking stations to webcams, wireless mice, foldable keyboards, and magnetic power banks, my top 6 affordable upgrades offer excellent value without putting a serious dent in your back-to-school budget.