Hi, my name is Jacob, and I am a co-op student at Forest City Surplus.
When it comes to technology, I have my fair share of knowledge to share as well
as understanding the mindset of modern teen!. So, if you don't know what to get
your Techie Teen for Christmas, here's my top picks:
HP Elitebook 2570p Laptop for only $249 (Stock number: 490124)
- This off-lease
model features a powerful intel core i5 3320M Processor, which is great for
everyday use. It also features improved performance through Intel® Virtualizing
technology, hyper-threading, fast and flex memory access. Its Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep® Technology provides the user with the ability to overclock the
processor without damaging the CPU itself. Another perk is that it also makes
for a great school laptop at a great price, especially compared to pricey new
models at major retail stores. Its slim and sleek design and 12.5-inch
screen makes it easy to fit right into your backpack.
Toshiba Tecra R94SCA1 Laptop for only $249 (Stock number: 490130)
-The Toshiba Tecra
R94SCA1 laptop comes with many cool useful features that make it more than just
your everyday laptop. Don't trust anyone around your personal files? This
laptop features a fingerprint scanner that deters anyone from trying to get
into your files without permission. Another cool add-on this laptop is its
high-speed performance while only using 35 watts of power! If you’re on a tight
budget, charging this thing will leave you with a not-so-scary electricity
bill. It’s my pick for all those college students out there.
LENOVO® R500 Laptop for only $189 (Stock number: 490134)
- For a quality Lenovo
laptop, I think this is a great deal. Because it is off-lease, it can fit within
the budget of many parents at only $189. The Lenovo R500 laptop comes
with a whole chain of cool features which make for a good school laptop and
even just an at-home recreational laptop. Is your teen taking a class that
requires editing? Or perhaps they use the computer for fun? This Laptop is
perfect for the job, as it features the ability of greater multitasking
performance by combining two independent 2.1 GHz processor cores in one
physical package. This allows you to multitask without your computer slowing
down. It also features Bluetooth, so
teens can connect a speaker and listen to their favourite tunes while
they study! For the price, this laptop is unbeatable. The large 15.5-Inch
screen means you won’t have to squint to read it.
Viewsonic 24” LED Monitor for only $129.95 (Stock number: 490297)
- Is your teen
looking for a new monitor? Why waste the extra money at a big retail store for
one that will perform the exact same? The Viewsonic 24” LED Computer Monitor
has a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 (1080p) which looks great for gaming, watching
movies and much more! Save the neck pain with the adjustable stand that rotates
up, down, left, and right, as well the ability to adjust height. Perfect for
starting off a gaming setup. For doing homework, the larger screen makes
it easier to write research reports and essays.
It’s so big that you can have one side filled with Wikipedia and the
other with MS Word.
Blackweb Wired RGB Gaming Mouse for only $19.95 (Stock Number: 177149)
Blackweb Programmable Keyboard for only $34.95 (Stock number: 177143)
- Your teen will love
to be able to set up all of the key binds with the individually programmable
keys for the ultimate gaming experience. This keyboard also features
anti-ghosting keys that allow you to press 19 keys at once to execute complex
moves with precision. If you’re looking for a keyboard to begin your setup,
this one is perfect.
SOLD OUT - Logitech G930 Wireless Gaming Headset for only $79.95 (Stock number: 001200/ Online only)
- Looking for a new
pair of headphones? The Logitech G930s are an excellent choice due to their
great audio quality, wireless ability, and maximum comfort. With 7.1 channel
surround sound, you’ll hear clear, crisp, realistic sound in all your movies,
games or even just cool YouTube videos. The most exciting part of these
headphones es their ability to charge for only 2.5 hours to get 10 hours of
playtime! For a discounted price like $79.95, you definitely cannot go wrong.
- Lately laptop
chargers that come with laptops don’t seem to be as reliable as they once were.
My friends are finding that the power cord starts to fray within 6
months. On my brand new HP laptop the
charger that came with the laptop didn’t fit in the charging port, straight out
of the box. This Targus universal laptop charger/power supply allows you
to charge all laptops with a voltage range of 15-24 volts. It has adjustable settings
as well as a wide variety of different port adapters. The included carrying
pouch makes it very portable.
-Not too interested
in headphones? No other brand than Logitech will provide you with the quality,
performance, and durability of this desktop speaker system for the price. With
a sleek and compact design, these desktop speakers pack a punch with their 2”
drivers and their 4” Sub. Too much bass? Not a problem, turn the bass to your
specific liking with the built-in bass knob on the back of the subwoofer for a
customized great experience. Now I could go on with many more of the great
features, but you’ll have to hear it for yourself!
- Sick of your
keyboard and mouse wires getting all tangled up in a cluttered mess? Worry no
more with the Logitech MK320/MK360 wireless mouse and keyboard combo! This
combination of high quality Logitech gear will help you with your cord frustrations
With its 2.4GHz wireless connection, you can get up to a 10-meter range, even
in the most crowded wireless environments. And if that wasn’t exciting, the
batteries can last up to 5 months!
- Teens love to
upgrade computers. Gamers need to get new video cards regularly to keep
up with the latest game requirements. When building or maintaining computers,
it is always important to have no static electricity built up inside you, and
this is something many people may not know. Static is known as the silent
killer of electronics. If you touch a component and shock it, without your
knowing, that part may be fried. This can all be avoided with the Yesa CAT-317
Wristband to help ground your teen so that static is not a problem. These
are hard to find to find, but I’m glad that Forest City Surplus carries them,
and teens can buy them for pocket change.
- Parents are always bugging teens to clean our rooms. Well, why not our computers too? It is always a good idea to keep a clean PC, no matter the make or model. Sometimes cleaning with a cloth just doesn’t do, as you can miss spots and even build up a static charge which can damage your electronics. With the Magic Duster compressed air can, you can get all those spots you missed or were too afraid to get. Also comes with a tube to get those hard-to-reach areas.
I know gift buying
can sometimes be a chore, especially with trying to figure out what teens want
and where to get it for a great price. These computer accessory picks
should help make your life a little easier.
