{"id":13833,"date":"2022-08-30T12:00:09","date_gmt":"2022-08-30T11:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/?p=13833"},"modified":"2023-05-03T15:51:15","modified_gmt":"2023-05-03T14:51:15","slug":"6-cheap-back-to-uni-essentials-every-student-needs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/2022\/08\/30\/6-cheap-back-to-uni-essentials-every-student-needs\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Cheap back to uni essentials every student needs!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s almost time to head back to uni! And what does that mean? Time to start stocking up on all the must-have back to uni essentials! But don&#8217;t worry, you don&#8217;t have to break the bank to get everything you need. Here are some top back to uni tech and accessories you can get on the cheap!<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Laptop<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/macbook.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13839 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/macbook.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/macbook.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/macbook-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/macbook-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A laptop is an absolute necessity for any student. But for those that can&#8217;t afford a shiny new MacBook or students that want to make their money go further, there are other options than paying hundreds of pounds for the latest laptop!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most students will only need a computer to last them around 3-5 years while they complete their course. So is there really any point in buying a brand new laptop for it to gather dust once you&#8217;ve graduated? A simple switch to buying refurbished could be the answer to your money woes!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can buy a refurbished MacBook for as little as \u00a3194.99, much cheaper than buying a brand new MacBook from Apple! And for those that can\u2019t afford to buy a laptop upfront, you can choose to rent out your device with affordable monthly instalments. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/rental\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renting your laptop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and other uni essentials means you\u2019ll have access to the latest tech, with FREE yearly upgrades if you want to keep renting!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our range of affordable <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/category\/computers-and-accessories\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">refurbished MacBook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> devices at the musicMagpie store!<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Powerbank<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so much work and such little time, it&#8217;s not unusual for students to forget to charge up their devices before heading out to class. That&#8217;s where a power bank comes in handy!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portable, lightweight, and packed full of juice, a power bank is the perfect cheap back to uni essential for those that want extra battery on the go. You&#8217;ll be able to charge your laptop, tablet, phone and more without needing to hunt down a power outlet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re looking to charge up your phone while you sit in your lecture or you want to power up your laptop on the commute to class, a power bank is the easiest option!<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">iPad<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ipad.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13838 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ipad.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ipad.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ipad-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ipad-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to budgeting for all the uni essentials you&#8217;ll need, it can get a bit overwhelming. That&#8217;s why a refurbished iPad is the perfect solution for any student on a budget!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For starters, an iPad can do everything you need it to do, from taking notes in lectures to researching essay topics in the library. They&#8217;re also much lighter and more portable than a laptop, making them ideal for carrying around campus between classes!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, there are tons of apps available that can make your uni life easier &#8211; from tracking your expenses to editing design work with Adobe Creative Cloud. So if you&#8217;re looking for an affordable and versatile uni essential, an iPad is a perfect choice!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save money by choosing a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/category\/ipads-and-tablets\/apple\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">refurbished iPad<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to buy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rent <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at the musicMagpie store today!<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Apple Pencil<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those studying a design course or enthusiastically taking notes during lectures, an Apple Pencil could make your uni experience a whole lot easier!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be used alongside an iPad, the Apple Pencil makes note-taking, drawing and precise editing work a breeze. If you already have an iPad and are planning on using it as a laptop alternative, the Apple Pencil will optimise its performance!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Apple Pencil is essentially a high-tech stylus for iPad touch screens &#8211; or a mouse alternative for those using an iPad in place of a computer. This handy tool gives you more precision than just using your fingertip and comes with many impressive sketching features for aspiring designers to use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save money when you shop for a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/category\/ipads-and-tablets\/?keyword=pencil&amp;sort=price_sort%20asc\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">refurbished Apple Pencil <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at the musicMagpie store!<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Wireless earbuds<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wireless-earbuds.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13841 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wireless-earbuds.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"501\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wireless-earbuds.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wireless-earbuds-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/wireless-earbuds-768x481.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While wireless headphones aren&#8217;t the most essential piece of tech when it comes to your coursework, they&#8217;re still a valid must-have for all students. As any student knows, uni can be hectic, so having a good set of wireless earbuds is essential!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They allow you to study in peace, join in on virtual lectures and listen to music while you&#8217;re on the go. And with the option to grab a cheap deal by buying refurbished, there&#8217;s no excuse not to own a pair!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From winding down with music after a long day of lectures to revising for your exam with audiobooks, there are plenty of ways wireless earbuds can be used to help students while away at university.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our range of affordable <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/category\/sound-and-vision\/?filter=collections:wireless-headphones\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new and refurbished wireless earbuds and headphones<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">External hard drive\/USB stick<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s nothing worse than spending hours on coursework for your computer to crash, leaving you with nothing but heartache. To avoid losing your work, you&#8217;ll need an external hard drive or USB stick.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use an external hard drive to back up your uni work and your entire laptop or computer. This might be a good idea if you carry your laptop or tablet back and forth from classes, as they&#8217;re easy to break.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">External hard drives range from as little as \u00a325 up to \u00a3100 dependant on the storage size. If you&#8217;d prefer an even cheaper option, a simple USB stick will do the job for just a few pounds! While you can&#8217;t back up your devices on a USB stick, you should be able to safely store all your coursework on one.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what are you waiting for? <\/span><\/i><i>Save even more money on your back to uni essentials when you buy<\/i><i>\u00a0a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/category\/mobile-phones\/apple\/\" data-di-id=\"di-id-1a25fbc2-91db9d42\">cheap iPhone<\/a><\/i><i>\u00a0model or other tech with musicMagpie! If you&#8217;re l<\/i><i>ooking for a cheap\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/apple-iphone-store\" data-di-id=\"di-id-6bd0c38d-e4338c0c\">iPhone for sale<\/a>\u00a0we have plenty of models to choose from, including\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/category\/mobile-phones\/apple\/iphone-11\/\" data-di-id=\"di-id-f5cefc99-780abeac\">cheap iPhone 11<\/a>, \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/category\/mobile-phones\/apple\/iphone-12-pro-max\/\" data-di-id=\"di-id-8623dd89-3899047e\">refurbished iPhone 12 Pro Max<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/store\/category\/mobile-phones\/apple\/iphone-13\/\" data-di-id=\"di-id-f5cefc99-d2037627\">refurbished iPhone 13<\/a>\u00a0models.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Wondering \u201cwhere can I\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/sell-mobile-phones\/\">sell my phone<\/a>\u00a0for quick cash?\u201d Look no further than musicMagpie! You can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicmagpie.co.uk\/sell-mobile-phones\/sell-my-iphone\/\">sell iPhone<\/a>, Samsung and Google Pixel phones with us, plus a whole range of other tech items, and get paid instantly for them.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s almost time to head back to uni! And what does that mean? Time to start stocking up on all the must-have back to uni essentials! But don&#8217;t worry, you don&#8217;t have to break the bank to get everything you need. 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