10 accessories that will level up your desk at work

Hybrid working is the new normal, giving us the opportunity to deck up our workstations in the office and at home. After all, there’s nothing quite like personalising the spot you spend the most amount of waking hours at! While you (understandably) can’t switch up your fixed desk at work, there’s no harm in sprucing it up a little more to make coming in every day a little more exciting.

And if you can’t upgrade your system, you can always level up with the right accessories. Wondering where to begin? Below are a few that you can invest in to help turn your desk into a stylish hub. Read on to find out more about them:

10 desk accessories to glam up your office workstation

Essential accessories can help boost productivity and help manage your workflow better. Here are 10 peripherals that you can upgrade to:

1. Samsung M8 monitor
2. XP pen Star G640 digital notepad
3. Philips 6-in-1 hub
4. Amkette Falcon X85 desk mat
5. Croma Laptop stand
6. Croma Cooling pad
7. Ambrane Powerpod Pro charging deck
8. Sony WH-CH520 Headphones
9. iGear Desk Lite desk lamp
10. Lapcare Lapcam Webcam

1. Samsung M8 monitor

Having an external monitor is really useful if you want to view your presentations and spreadsheets on a larger screen. And let’s face it, it helps if it comes with an ultra HD 4K display to watch your favourite media on the side. Samsung M8 is an ideal addition to your work desk owing to its slim build and flicker-free technology.

2. XP pen Star G640 digital notepad

Note-taking is never a fun experience, and that is exactly why a digital notepad is the an unsung hero at your work desk. Invest in the XP pen Star G640, which is a 6-inch digital pad that doesn’t require you to make a run for the batteries. In fact, the battery-free e-writer even comes with a stylus that offers pressure sensitivity levels to ensure you ace your assignment with precision.

3. Philips 6-in-1 hub

A work desk is prone to cable clutter, and with a significant increase in the devices we use day in and out, it isn’t easy to achieve an organised desk. The Philips 6-in-1 hub is a hassle-free way to link all your crucial peripherals sans the struggle of connectivity. It comes with a USB 3.0 (Type-C) to USB 3.0 (Type-A), USB 3.0 (Type-C), microSD card reader, SD card reader, Ethernet Port, and HDMI and gives you a secure connection between all your devices.

4. Amkette Falcon X85 desk mat

Mouse pads are passé, and we couldn’t agree more. However, a desk mat can give your mouse and keyboard the right surface, along with giving your wrists the support they need. The Amkette Falcon X85 is a stylish desk mat that comes with a microfibre surface for enhanced tracking. It even has anti-slip rubber to lend you an added grip on smooth surfaces.

5. Croma Laptop stand

Spending long hours at your desk is certainly not good for your posture, but there’s always a way to correct it by ensuring your laptop is angled right. Compatible with laptops ranging between 10 to 15 inches, the Croma laptop stand is a robust solution for you to depend upon without worry. Additionally, its aluminium build saves your laptop from wobbling.

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6. Croma Cooling pad

A cooling pad is a great desk accessory to have if your work is usually rigorous and causes your laptop to heat up. But it really doesn’t have to be an eyesore. Croma Cooling Pad for laptops comes with RGB LED lights that create a visually immersive experience for you on your desk. With its six adjustable cooling speeds, the pad is ideal to combat lags and overheating issues alike.

7. Ambrane Powerpod Pro charging deck

Charging cables can get messy, especially if you have to keep charging multiple gadgets at once. Ambrane Powerpod Pro efficiently charges your Android, iOS, audio, and wearable devices. Its elegant setup can blend into a contemporary workspace and also has a digital clock that can remind you to take frequent breaks.

8. Sony WH-CH520 Headphones

Whether you’re working from home or office, there is one thing constant – online meetings. And even if you’re the kind that unmutes at the end – we don’t judge. Having great audio quality helps you never miss out on any details during your call. Sony WH-CH520 comes with Bluetooth connectivity to minus the hassle of wires and also offers comfortable ear cushions for calls that run past their end time.

9. iGear Desk Lite desk lamp

Although we hope you’re not burning the midnight oil, we can’t deny that a desk lamp certainly adds character to an ordinary work desk. The iGear Desk Lite is a swanky statement piece that doubles up as a desk lamp and a desk clock. It is lightweight, portable, and requires no additional effort to be adjusted according to your needs.

10. Lapcare Lapcam Webcam

Sure, we have laptop webcams today, but if you’re someone who doesn’t like compromising on image quality during video calls, there’s no harm in getting an additional accessory for yourself. The Lapcare Lapcam camera is best suited for televisions as well as laptops. However, its we particularly love its inbuilt, high-quality isolated microphone that can cut out unnecessary sound during your meetings.

Once you’re all levelled up, work is sure to turn into fun — or at least we hope it does!