Computer Hardware Options

Everyone works differently. Figure out the look, feel, functionality of what you like. If you are not sure what you want or like, we will recommend a setup for you.

Recommended Computer Options

MacBook Option - Best Buy - Go to BestBuy.com and search open box options.
MacBook Option - Mac of All Trades - Great for used Macs.
PC Samsung Touch Screen Option - Best Buy - Go to BestBuy.com and search open box options.

Monitor Options

LG-24UD58-B 24" - This one is the best 24" UHD computers in regards to screen resolution for Mac's that looks like a actual Retina. 24 Inches 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) IPS monitor. Brightness is 250 cd/m.
LG-27UN850-W 27" - A great. 27" UHD monitor that looks like a Retina and more screen real estate than a 24". Ultrafine UHD (3840 x 2160) IPS Monitor, VESA DisplayHDR 400, sRGB 99% Color, USB-C with 60W Power Delivery, 3-Side Virtually Borderless Design, Height/Pivot/Tilt Adjustable Stand.

Keyboard Options

Macally Split Ergonomic Keyboard - Wireless and easier on the fingers
Apple Keyboard Numeric Wireless Rechargable (Or Newegg.com Refurbished) - Wireless option, but I don't care for how close the keys are

Mouse Options

Apple Magic Mouse (Wireless, Rechargable) -
Kensington Duo Mouse Wrist Rest - Some kind of mouse pad/wrist support... it's worth it

Lap Stand Options

Office Wrist Mouse - Search Amazon for ideas such as this.

External Camera Options

Logitech Brio 4K Webcam - Big fan of this product. Great for Zoom meetings, etc.

External/Multiple Monitor Mount Options

Monitor Stand Ideas: Google - Go to Google for ideas. Best Monitor Stands: Article on the best monitor stands
Silver Aluminium Monitor Stand - Multiple Tiers - 2 tier large is a good one, as then you can put your closed laptop on the upper one and plug everything in. Then, you can hide your keyboard/mouse under the stand at the end of the day.
Macbook Pro USB-C Stand - If you have a USB-C computer
Dual Monitor Stand - Dual Monitor Stand, Adjustable Spring Monitor Desk Mount Swivel Vesa Bracket
Multiple Monitors - Vivo has multiple options depending on what you want. One example below is 2 of these options.

Laptop Monitor Stand

Twelve South HiRise for MacBook (adjustable) - If you want multiple monitors vs. having your laptop closed. Also, you can use this for video calls since external monitors won't pick up video.
Nulaxy Laptop Stand (doesn't adjust) - Less expensive than the adjustable model.

Other

Laptop Screen Protector/Keyboard Cover/Microfiber Cleaner - Shaggymax makes a good brand for your computer size so you can put them between your keys and display at the end of the day or on the road to save your display from key marks.
Laptop Screen Cleaner Spray - 2 sprays that are pretty small for your laptop bag. Plenty more on Amazon.
Multi-Use Mount - Adjustable Laptop Stand, Laptop Phone Holder, Laptop Side Mount Clip, Computer Monitor Expansion Bracket, Slim Portable Foldable Smartphone Stand.
Key Replacement - Missing keys for your laptop or keyboard? This is the website to get them at.
Cycling Desk - Desk for cycling (example below)

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Last Updated: 2024-03-16

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