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Remote work has evolved into something of a craft, with individuals focusing on various aspects to boost their efficiency. For some, it’s all about having the most ergonomic and comfortable keyboards, while others place a premium on maintaining a clutter-free desk.
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I’ve had the chance to personally try out each of these seven products, and I can confirm that every one of them enhances my home office experience in its own way. Jabra’s Evolve3 75 headphones, for instance, made taking hands-free calls effortless thanks to their boom-free microphone and featherlight build, and the ProtoArc CaseUp combo continues to be my essential travel laptop setup.
And naturally, the ReMarkable Paper Pure is the ideal way to rest your eyes from screen time and jot things down the traditional way.
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My top work-from-home gadgets at the moment
- Current price: $89 (includes $10 off coupon)
- Original price: $99
ProtoArc’s CaseUp combo is my must-have remote work kit whenever I’m on the road. It includes a mouse, a foldable keyboard (both featuring Bluetooth multi-point connectivity), and a laptop stand, giving you a full home office setup whether you’re working from a café or a hotel room.
What makes it even better is that everything tucks neatly into one slim, travel-friendly carrying case.
Read the review: ProtoArc CaseUp combo
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Does your phone’s charging cable keep slipping behind your desk? Twelve South, known for crafting premium, well-thought-out accessories, designed the Cable Stay — a weighted anchor that keeps cables right where you need them on your desk, fixing a common annoyance while doubling as a stylish design piece.
It boasts a distinctive, smooth, and sleek texture, is available in multiple colors, and even includes its own five-foot USB-C cable for a complete solution.
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- Current price: Starting at $28 (20% off)
- Original price: Starting at $35
This compact device is perfect for storing photos and videos, earning an Editors’ Choice award last year. The SanDisk ExtremeFit USB-C weighs less than three grams yet offers plenty of storage and speedy performance, with capacity options ranging from 64GB to 1TB.
Read the review: SanDisk ExtremeFit USB Flash Drive
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The ReMarkable Paper Pure is the brand’s newest release — and it comes at a much more budget-friendly price. Starting at $399, the Paper Pure does an excellent job of bringing the standout features of the Paper Pro into a more affordable package.
It achieves this by cutting back on some of the higher-end extras: the backlight, the color E ink, and the heavier construction, in favor of something a bit lighter and simpler. But what matters most is still there: the outstanding writing experience, the distraction-free interface, and access to ReMarkable’s intelligent suite of features, templates, and sharing options.
Read the review: ReMarkable Paper Pure
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- Current price: $149 (21% off)
- Original price: $189
Switching to a more ergonomic keyboard can be a total game-changer, particularly when it comes with enhanced overall functionality. Razer is typically associated with gaming gear, but its latest ergonomic keyboard actually leans more toward professional use — and it delivers impressively.
The Pro Type Ergo still features RGB lighting, but it’s ultimately best suited for productivity tasks thanks to its split layout (yes, there are two B keys), chrome dials, and deep customization for popular apps: the Adobe suite, Microsoft 365 products, and Google, to name a few.
Read the review: Razer Pro Type Ergo
The attached wrist rest is incredibly comfortable for long sessions, and even though it’s not marketed as a gaming keyboard, it still holds up quite well during after-hours gaming.
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- Current price: $392 (15% off)
- Original price: $463
Jabra’s Evolve3 headphones are built for extended wear in the (home) office with an ultra-lightweight design and surprisingly effective noise cancellation. Despite lacking a boom microphone, they deliver outstanding call quality, producing crisp and clear voice audio, along with a range of business-oriented features.
They’re my top pick for both video calls and phone conversations, and they earned our Editors’ Choice award for their performance. That said, they carry a premium price tag and are best purchased on sale.
Read the review: Jabra Evolve3 75 headphones
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Replacing that basic stock mouse with a higher-end model is a massive quality-of-life improvement. Logitech’s MX Master 4 lives up to its name as the gold standard for ergonomics, customization, and build quality when it comes to work peripherals. This is especially true now that it supports Windows’ new Advanced Haptics, delivering subtle tactile feedback when you snap windows to a grid, close applications, or interact with important dialog boxes.
It’s also one of the most comfortable mice I’ve ever used, equipped with both vertical and horizontal scroll wheels
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Crafted from aluminum with an easy-to-hold design.
Read the review: Logitech MX Master 4
