Polygon picks
Each of these special products earns the Polygon Picks badge because we believe they can improve the lives of our readers. Through a mix of research and testing of the wide range of offerings on the market, we have found these tips to be exemplary and worth considering. These are the things we like, and we hope you like them too.
Keychron V1 QMK Keyboard, $84.99
Keychron has made a name for itself with its solid mechanical keyboards, and its standard 75 percent model, the Keychron V1, is one of our favorites. This compact keyboard features hot-swappable switches, a volume control, durable PBT keycaps, and built-in sound insulation.
Keychron Q0 Plus QMK Number Pad, $119.99
If you spend a lot of time editing spreadsheets at work, a standalone number pad like the Keychron Q0 Plus is essential. In addition to the standard number keys, the Q0 has a volume control and nine keys that can be remapped using Keychron’s browser-based tool.
Logitech MX Master 3S Mouse, $99.99
The Logitech MX Master 3S is an excellent mouse designed for productivity. The Master 3S features two scroll wheels and a set of ergonomically positioned buttons that can be remapped via Logitech G software.
Magtame Magnetic Cable, $19.99
Your cables are probably old enough to clean yourself. Magtame’s magnetic cables feature tiny, evenly spaced magnets that allow them to automatically arrange themselves into neat little coils when not in use.
Baseus charging station, $79.99
If you have an old-school surge protector on your desk, we recommend taking a look at the Baseus 65W Charging Station. This stylish surge protector offers space for three standard AC outlets as well as USB-A and USB-C charging ports in its compact housing.
Baseus
Forget the rat king of rubber bands and swap for something more professional. This pack of elastic cable ties is equipped with a magnetic clasp that is strong enough to hold pens or other small, lightweight items that you may want to attach to a metal surface.
The Divoom Ditoo is a watch and Bluetooth speaker disguised as an adorable computer, complete with little mechanical keyboard switches. The chunky 16 x 16 pixel screen can be programmed with a variety of clocks, indicators and community-created animations to make your desk stand out.
Wireless charging pad, $149.99
Keep your phone and earbuds charged without all those unsightly cables. This elegant Qi wireless charging pad can charge two devices at the same time with 10W power. The charging pad is available with a variety of genuine leather overlays that will not scratch the surface of your phone and is available in brown, white and black linen colors.
Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds, $298.99
A really great pair of noise-canceling earbuds can be a real lifesaver whether you’re working at home or in the office. The Sony WF-1000XM5s are some of the best headphones on the market thanks to their long battery life and top-notch noise cancellation, making work easier even if you live near an active construction site.
With a tablet stand, you can quickly turn your tablet into a second monitor without spending any money. This gooseneck model is compatible with tablets and phones with screen sizes up to 10.5 inches. It attaches to the edge of your desk so you can watch videos or monitor chats without taking up valuable space on your main display.
Why sit at a desk all day when you can stand? Uplift offers its standing desks in different sizes with different finishes, which can also be equipped with an amazing variety of options, such as integrated cable management or wheels.
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LED strip lights are a practical way to add accent lighting to your desk area. These interlocking light strips from Govee are a great option and offer a more diffused look than most other styles. Each kit comes with a combination of foot-long pieces and 90-degree angles. The set is compatible with voice assistants and can even be programmed to respond to music.
If you thought all webcams were the same, you haven’t seen the Insta360 yet. This small, gimbaled 4K webcam is capable of dynamically tracking your face and can be adjusted in real time using gesture controls.
Low Wattage Space Heater, $22.47
We don’t always have the luxury of controlling the temperature in our workspace. If you struggle to stay warm at your desk, a low-wattage space heater like this model from Amazon can make all the difference.
The right desk pad can enhance the look of any workspace. These vegan faux leather options from Spigen offer a surface that doubles as a mouse pad or coaster. It even includes three magnetic cable holders to prevent your most important cables from slipping into the cavity beneath your workstation.
Spigen
Charging Headphone Holder, $21.99
It can be difficult to find a place to store your headphones when you’re not wearing them. This clever headphone holder solves this problem by not only giving your headphones a place to relax when not in use, but also giving you USB ports for charging.
This desk organizer features five compartments to store a variety of small workspace essentials, all conveniently hidden beneath a dry-wipe surface for you to doodle on.
Stop replacing your ugly cloth mouse pad every two years and invest in a tempered glass mouse pad instead. Although they’re significantly more expensive than a standard mouse pad, a glass mouse pad can last virtually forever – and it’s much easier to keep clean.
Sun-Star Lightia TODO Sticky Notes, $15.99
If checking things off your personal to-do list feels so good, you’ll find any excuse to add things to your travel plan. With each pack of these 160 individual sticky notes, you can tear off tasks as you complete them or post them somewhere so you don’t forget them.
Skadis breadboard, $27.99
The Skadis Peg Board from Ikea is an inexpensive 32″ x 22″ surface that offers a variety of mounting solutions for all the things that might be cluttering up your workspace.
Ikea
Leuchtturm1917 Notebook Classic, $24.99
The classic Leuchtturm 1917 notebook may be difficult to pronounce, but it’s definitely easy on the eyes. These 251-page hardcover journals are available in a variety of colors and offer dotted, plain, lined, and squared pages.
Creative T100 Desktop Speaker, $79.99
Good bookshelf speakers don’t have to be expensive. If you only have one office, complement your workspace with the Creative T100 desktop speakers. These compact speakers support 3.5mm audio connections as well as wireless Bluetooth. They’re far better than anything you’ll find on a company-issued laptop.
Anker 313 wireless charger, $15.98
The Anker 313 is a simple wireless charger that is compatible with all iPhone and Android devices that support Qi wireless charging. Its design also makes it easy to take a look at your notifications while simultaneously charging your device’s battery.
Why settle for one clock at your desk when you could potentially have five? The Divoom Times Gate is equipped with five 128 x 128 pixel screens that can be customized with a variety of displays to show you the time, weather, stock prices and more.
Lamy Safari Fountain Pen, $29.60
Buying a good pen makes you want to write, even if you don’t normally write things down by hand. The Lamy Safari is a minimalist fountain pen that comes in multiple colors and features a refillable cartridge.
This wrist rest from KBDfans is a solid option for your ergonomic office in every sense of the word. Each quartz wrist rest is available in a variety of colors and sizes and is easier to clean than fabric-covered alternatives.
This padded footrest offers a sturdy construction with a built-in heating element to keep your feet warm. The heater also has a timer and the soft felt surface is machine washable.
Your controllers deserve better than being stored in a drawer when you’re not using them. These affordable mounts from Amazon can be attached to any flat surface and are sturdy enough to hold your controllers, headsets, or other lightweight accessories you want to proudly display.
