Aside from pencils and books, gadgets can now be considered as essential school tools, especially with the rise of virtual learning in recent years. The good news for budget-conscious moms? You don’t necessarily have to spend a fortune on school-related tech. This Cyber Month, you can score amazing deals during the Great Gadget Sale happening until August 31!
Check out some of the most useful back-to-school (BTS) gadget picks here—according to SuperMoms, no less—plus the most sulit buys to give you more bang for your buck. For year-round discounts and offers, don’t forget to check SM Deals on the reg!
BTS Gadget Pick #1: Tablet
From joining virtual classes to watching school videos and answering online activities, a tablet makes learning easy and convenient, thanks to its compact size (great for moms and kids who are always on the go!). Some hot picks: The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 (at 42% off!), comes with its own S pen for easy scribbling and drawing—even for toddlers. If you’re a loyal Apple iOs user, check out the iPad (9th Gen), now available for 22% less at the Power Mac Center.
BTS Gadget Pick #2: Laptop
Older kids can definitely benefit from having his or her own reliable laptop for doing research, writing papers, and attending online sessions. Unless the school has specific or special tech requirements, though, you don’t really need a fancy unit—just make sure you go for a trusted brand. The Acer Swift Laptop (save ₱1,000!) is perfect for students because of its lightweight design and easy-to-use interface. You can also go sleek with the Huawei Matebook D16, which can also double as mom or dad’s work laptop with its powerful specs. Get ₱7,000 off here.
BTS Gadget Pick #3: Smartphone
No tablet or laptop, no problem! A smartphone serves as a handy and cost-efficient alternative to the first two. Plus, it’s the best tool for taking photos and videos for digital school requirements, which are quite the norm nowadays. Some fab phone picks: Save up to ₱13,000 when you shop Apple iPhones via SM Malls Online or get 30% off when you shop Samsung cellphones on SM Deals.
BTS Gadget Pick #4: Printer
Many moms will agree that it’s smarter to invest in your own printer than to have to pay every single time you need something printed at the shop. Bonus perk: You can also DIY a lot of your kid’s materials! Don’t miss these offers: Get a Hewlett Packard Printer for ₱2,500 less at Octagon this month, complete with a 1-year-warranty. Meanwhile, PC Express has a back-to-school offer for the Canon #Pixma G2010 CIS 3IN1 Printer—now only at ₱8,195.
BTS Gadget Pick #5: Earphones
An underrated tech tool, earphones have grown in popularity during the pandemic, playing an important role during online classes. They’re highly useful when learning through videos, e-books, and audiobooks, too. Here’s a super budget pick: For only ₱209.30 (from ₱299), you can score Fashion Earphones from Miniso! If you prefer headphones, save 30% when you shop the Wamrus Bluetooth Headphones from SM Stationery, available in different colors.
Bonus Tech
Both students and parents will love these smart devices, too!
Apple AirTag, starts at ₱1,890, Power Mac Center
Keep tabs on your kids’ personal belongings with this tracking device that you can access on the Find My app on your Apple devices.
SM Stationery Ombre Handheld Fan, ₱229, The SM Store
Hot days are inevitable so arm your kid with this portable rechargeable fan.
Got a voracious reader? This clip lamp is great for enjoying books while in bed.
Laptop Stand for Desk, ₱249, Miniso at The SM Store
Avoid achy necks and backs with this laptop stand that promotes better posture.
Suited for high schoolers and college students, this affordable smartwatch doubles as a mini assistant—great for setting reminders.
Take full advantage of all the amazing deals during the Great Gadget Sale this Cyber Month! For your other back-to-school needs, don’t miss out on the special BTS offers on ShopSM, as well as on SM Malls Online: Get an extra P200 off when you use the code SHOP200OFF!
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