A new year presents the perfect opportunity to upgrade your computer setup and enhance your experience. While a powerful PC is essential, it’s the latest peripherals of computer and accessories that can really take your work and play to the next level. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the latest computer add-ons like monitors, storage devices, audio equipment, and ergonomic peripherals that are worth investing in for performance, productivity and fun. The newest peripherals can upgrade the look, feel, and performance of your computer for the new year.
Supersize Your Screen
When it comes to displays, bigger is often better, so consider upgrading your monitor for a more immersive experience. Ultra-wide or curved monitors offer more real estate for multitasking and a surround-view effect that draws you into the content. Images and video are rendered with stunning clarity on quad HD and 4K resolution panels. A high refresh rate monitor ensures silky smooth gameplay when gaming. If portability is important, a lightweight external monitor allows you to multi-screen anywhere.
Step Up Your Storage
As file sizes for media and games grow larger, onboard storage can quickly become full. Increase your storage capacity with fast external solid state drives (SSDs), which can safely store large files. Take a high-capacity external hard disk drive (HDD) for backups. Memory cards also provide additional portable storage for devices such as cameras. You’ll never have to worry about space again with more terabytes at your disposal.
Enhance with Ergonomics
Over long computer sessions, better posture and less strain will benefit your body. Wrist rests, monitor risers, lap desks, and ergonomic chairs all help to align your body properly. A comfortable mouse, keyboard, and game controller can also help to reduce hand and wrist fatigue. And monitor arms with full adjustability allow you to precisely position the display.
Amp Up Audio
Don’t neglect your computer’s sound system. Upgrade your audio experience with a dedicated sound card for enhanced fidelity. External speakers, headphones and headsets will also provide better immersion for music, movies, games and calls. For live streaming, a USB microphone isolates your voice, captures natural sound, and minimizes ambient noise. And smart devices like Amazon Echo Dots can serve as convenient hands-free computer speakers.
Power to Peripherals
With so many devices drawing power, a USB hub with extra ports and charging capacity can prevent peripherals from competing for outlets. Surge protectors and uninterruptible power supplies safeguard against voltage spikes, fluctuations, and outages. And a lap desk or monitor mount with integrated USB ports keeps devices organized and powered in one place. With sufficient power going to all your add-ons, your setup will run smoothly without interruption.
The right peripherals and accessories elevate your computing experience from ordinary to extraordinary. As you eye that new PC, don’t forget to budget for the extras that make all the difference in productivity, performance and enjoyment. With this upgrade guide, you’ll be well on your way to PC paradise.