The Verge’s 2026 back-to-school shopping guide

The Verge 2026 返校购物指南

From necessities to nice-to-haves, we’ve gathered 28 products that will make this year at school the best it can be. 从生活必需品到锦上添花的装备，我们精选了 28 款产品，助你度过最棒的校园时光。

Knowing exactly what your student needs for the school year ahead is next to impossible. Sure, you’ll probably nail the essentials, but there will likely be a few items you forgot to buy, or didn’t think they’d need to have. We’re pulling our weight during the back-to-school season with a new shopping guide that’s a mix of practical and aspirational products for students to use in and out of the classroom. 想要准确预判学生在新学年里到底需要什么几乎是不可能的。当然，你可能已经准备好了必需品，但总会有一些被遗漏或未曾预料到的需求。在这个返校季，我们推出了一份全新的购物指南，涵盖了实用与进阶产品，旨在为学生在课堂内外提供更好的体验。

We’re covering items that make writing easier and more satisfying, alarm clocks that can rattle even the most sleep-deprived students from a deep slumber, bags that are just as great for the gym as they are for the weekend away, and more. We wish the students in your life (or you, if you’re the student in question) a prosperous year, and we hope that our curation makes things a little easier during your studies and your downtime a lot more fun. 我们推荐的产品包括让书写更轻松愉悦的文具、能将深度睡眠中的学生唤醒的闹钟、既适合健身房又适合周末出游的背包等等。我们祝愿你身边的学生（或者如果你本人就是学生，也祝愿你）学业有成，希望我们的精选能让你的学习生活更轻松，课余时光更精彩。

Shark TurboBlade Bladeless Tower Fan ($250)

Shark TurboBlade 无叶塔式风扇 ($250)

The Shark TurboBlade Bladeless Tower Fan pivots, twists, and oscillates to keep the air in your room from feeling stale. It has 10 power levels, and its bladeless design can move air up to 80 feet away at full power. Its filter can be cleaned, so you don’t have to worry about buying replacement parts. Shark TurboBlade 无叶塔式风扇可以通过旋转、扭动和摆动，防止室内空气变得浑浊。它拥有 10 档风力调节，无叶设计在全功率下可将气流输送至 80 英尺外。其滤网可清洗，无需担心购买替换零件的问题。

Apple MacBook Neo ($589)

When it comes to simple laptops for notetaking and essay writing, it’s hard to beat the value of the MacBook Neo. Its iPhone-grade CPU and 8GB of RAM mean this isn’t a powerhouse meant for engineering students. But it’s a better choice than a similarly priced Chromebook or Windows laptop. 对于记笔记和写论文这类基础需求，MacBook Neo 的性价比极高。它搭载了 iPhone 级别的处理器和 8GB 内存，虽然不是为工程系学生准备的性能怪兽，但相比同价位的 Chromebook 或 Windows 笔记本，它显然是更好的选择。

Canon PowerShot Elph 360 HS ($379)

佳能 PowerShot Elph 360 HS ($379)

Canon’s PowerShot ELPH 360 HS will make your memories really pop better than smartphone pictures. It has a 20.2-megapixel CMOS sensor that works well in low light, plus 12X optical zoom and optical image stabilization. It features a 3-inch LCD screen so your crew can review photos before posting them. I dig its hybrid auto mode that can take videos to go along with each photo, like behind-the-scenes footage for your antics. 佳能 PowerShot ELPH 360 HS 拍出的照片比智能手机更具质感。它配备了 2020 万像素的 CMOS 传感器，在弱光环境下表现出色，并支持 12 倍光学变焦和光学防抖。3 英寸 LCD 屏幕方便你和朋友在发布前预览照片。我特别喜欢它的混合自动模式，可以在拍照的同时录制视频，就像是为你生活中的趣事拍摄幕后花絮一样。

Anbernic RG Rotate ($95)

Anbernic RG Rotate 游戏掌机 ($95)

Whether you’re trying to catch a quick game between classes, or you need a distraction on the bus ride home, the Anbernic RG Rotate gaming handheld is worth considering. Its aluminum design is slick and durable, and the 3.5-inch IPS LCD swivels away to cover up the buttons when it’s not in use. The device runs Android, which means you can install and play a compatible emulator of your choice. 无论你是想在课间玩一把游戏，还是在回家的公交车上找点乐子，Anbernic RG Rotate 游戏掌机都值得考虑。它采用铝合金机身，时尚且耐用；3.5 英寸 IPS LCD 屏幕在不使用时可以旋转覆盖按键。该设备运行 Android 系统，这意味着你可以安装并运行你喜欢的兼容模拟器。

Texas Instruments TI-84 Evo Graphing Calculator ($99)

德州仪器 TI-84 Evo 图形计算器 ($99)

As math classes start to ramp up in complexity, you’ll need a calculator that can hang. The Texas Instruments TI-84 Evo is the latest edition, with a lot of improvements to make it feel more modern than the old TI-83 you might’ve used. The color screen lets you see multi-equation graphs in a new light, and USB-C charging means no more hunting for batteries in the middle of an exam. 随着数学课程难度增加，你需要一台给力的计算器。德州仪器 TI-84 Evo 是最新版本，相比你可能用过的老款 TI-83，它进行了大量现代化改进。彩色屏幕让你能以全新的方式查看多方程图表，而 USB-C 充电功能意味着你再也不用在考试中途到处找电池了。

Blackwing Pencils Audition Pack ($20)

Blackwing 铅笔试用套装 ($20)

Blackwing pencils make a great gift for the stationery nerd or journaler in your life. They feel luxurious to write with, leaving rich strokes across the page. It’s obvious that a lot of thought went into the design, one example being its square eraser to keep them from rolling away (they’re easy to replace, too). They’re available in four different core hardness ratings, with frequent collaborations and special editions to collect. Blackwing 铅笔是送给文具控或手账爱好者的绝佳礼物。书写手感极佳，笔触浓郁。显而易见，其设计经过深思熟虑，例如方形橡皮擦设计可以防止铅笔滚动（且易于更换）。它们提供四种不同硬度的笔芯，并经常推出联名款和特别版供收藏。

Igloo Retro Square Lunch Bag ($18)

Igloo 复古方形午餐包 ($18)

You’ll be the coolest kid in class if you show up with this 1990s-inspired cooler bag from Igloo, no matter how old you are. Its 108-ounce capacity is enough for your whole lunch or up to nine 12-oz cans, and the side pocket is great for holding an extra little treat, or some sunscreen. While it isn’t technically collapsible, I’ve found mine squishes down nice and flat for storage when it’s empty. 无论你多大年纪，背上这款 90 年代风格的 Igloo 保温包，你绝对是班里最酷的那个。它拥有 108 盎司的容量，足以装下整份午餐或 9 罐 12 盎司的饮料，侧袋非常适合放零食或防晒霜。虽然它在技术上不可折叠，但我发现它在空置时可以压得很扁，方便收纳。

Razor A5 Air Kick Scooter ($140)

Razor A5 Air 滑板车 ($140)

Looking for a low-stress way to get around campus? The Razor kick scooter is a convenient method of traveling to and from school or zipping around between classes. It folds up for storage in your locker or under your desk, and they’re available in a variety of colors and sizes. Some even include features like air-filled tires and suspension that would have made me jealous in middle school. 想找一种轻松的方式在校园里穿梭吗？Razor 滑板车是往返学校或在课间快速移动的便捷工具。它可以折叠存放在储物柜或书桌下，并有多种颜色和尺寸可选。有些型号甚至配备了充气轮胎和减震系统，这在初中时代绝对会让我羡慕不已。

Owala FreeSip Sway (32-ounce) ($35)

Owala FreeSip Sway 保温杯 (32 盎司) ($35)

The 32-ounce Owala FreeSip does a good job of keeping your favorite beverage cold or hot for an entire day at school, with the option to drink through a straw or straight from its mouth. All the pieces come apart for easy cleaning, and there are a number of color combinations to choose from, as well as different sizes to accommodate different levels of thirst. 32 盎司的 Owala FreeSip 能让你在学校一整天都喝到冷饮或热饮，你可以选择用吸管喝，也可以直接大口畅饮。所有部件均可拆卸，方便清洗。它有多种配色组合和不同容量可选，以满足不同程度的补水需求。

Loop Quiet 2 earplugs ($21)

Loop Quiet 2 降噪耳塞 ($21)

The Loop Quiet 2 earplugs aren’t as isolating as simpler, cheaper foam options, which makes them a great choice for finding a bit of solace while studying in a crowded library. They have exterior loops that signal that you’re busy, and which make them easier to remove quickly. They come with a handy carrying case and a selection of different tip sizes. Loop Quiet 2 耳塞不像廉价泡沫耳塞那样完全隔绝声音，这反而使它们成为在拥挤的图书馆学习时寻找片刻宁静的绝佳选择。它们外侧的圆环设计不仅能向他人发出“请勿打扰”的信号，也方便快速摘取。产品附带一个便携盒和多种尺寸的耳塞套。