Gadget boffins are always cooking up new ways to make life less of a struggle and thankfully, these are beginning to make their way into the business world. Every office will welcome a little extra convenience here and there, especially when they are as eye-catching as the following tech goodies. Here, to bring us out of our Monday morning funk, are some of the best office gadgets on the market.
Ben Q Eye Care Monitor
Staring at monitors for a considerable length of time takes its toll on the eyes and these innovative Ben Q monitors are designed to look out for our eye health at every turn. The monitors feature an automatic eye-protect sensor and an anti-glare display. What’s more, the monitors even inform you when it’s time to take a break! Whether this could catch on with all employers is a different matter.
StealthSwitch II
As the sci-fi-esque name suggests, this neat little office device can allow one person to do the work of many. The StealthSwitch II is essentially a pedal that can be programmed to control mouse clicks and hot keys for just about any on-screen application. Hook three or four pedals up to become your own multi-tasking office octopus!
Epson PX830 printer
Using printers can be one of the biggest bug bears in the office, mainly because so many are slow and time-consuming to operate. Not the Epson – the simple touch screen functions allow you to scan, print and photocopy anything in matter of seconds and thanks to the Wi-Fi enabling feature, work docs can be sent to print via your Smartphone or tablet.
Logitech MX mouse
The Logitech MX is at the luxurious end of the office mouse scale, but if you are in need of quality and superbly smooth function, these are worth every penny. A considerable step-up from the traditional ball or laser mouse, the MX uses a Darkfield sensor, allowing it to glide on any surface from glass to a pair of jeans – ideal as the day draws on and allows for slouching.
Satechi 7-port USB hub
The traditional PC typically only offers 2 USB ports and this doesn’t even begin to cover your multi-technical needs for the day. Instead of using a colleague’s spare USB ports or resorting to an ugly, clunky adapter, try the Satechi hub on for size. With 7 ports this is a very cool and very practical business gadget indeed. Charge your phone, tablet, and have all work files in one place with room to spare for your USB mug or hand warmer if you wish.
Sometimes, the best gadgets and gizmos to have around the office are still the simplest. Business staples such as the ergonomic executive chair is always welcome as are stylish desk designs and light fittings. Making your working environment more efficient and comfortable, after all, is all part and parcel of making it a productive business.