The best back-to-school tech for teens

Perfect for homework, studying at the library, or tuning out noisy siblings. This Sony Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones are worth every penny—plus they're on sale right now in 3 colors at Target.

Between school, sports, and after-school jobs, teens are constantly on the go. A compact power bank keeps phones, laptops, and more charged all day.

If your teen doesn't have a phone yet and you think they're ready, then sign them up for an affordable plan with Boost Mobile for just $10 a month if you hand down one of your old phones to them.

Attach an AirTag to a backpack, keys, a sports bag, and save everyone the morning panic when something goes missing. You might also stick one in their glove compartment so you can know when they're headed home without nagging them.

If your child is ready for their own laptop, we highly recommend starting with the Apple MacBook Neo. It has all the power (and safety features) of a Mac, at a much lower price than most MacBooks.

A simple laptop stand creates a more comfortable workspace for homework, online classes, and college applications.

This Logitech wireless mouse and keyboard combo is great for students who spend hours typing papers or working on creative projects.

Studies show you learn better when you write by hand. reMarkable tablets let teens handwrite notes, then converts the handwriting to type and emails them to their laptop for easy organization and less backpack clutter. They're pricey, but worth it.

Whether they're studying, gaming, or editing videos, blue-light-filtering lenses can make long screen sessions more comfortable.

The best part? These are gifts that work just as hard during exam week as they do throughout the rest of the school year. Practical, stylish, and genuinely useful—exactly the kind of back-to-school upgrades busy families can appreciate.