Funny Things to Have in Your Apartment
Getting your first post-college apartment is a major life step. Finally, a place of your own, even if you have roommates.
Some things probably followed you from college, like a futon that's seen better days, a beanbag chair or two, and twinkle lights that "set a mood."
But just because you can't afford a remodeled condo on your own just yet doesn't mean you have to skimp on technology. Depending on your paycheck, you might even be able to afford a few pricier purchases. So get a quality TV (without worrying it will crash to the ground at a kegger), an air conditioner that might just be smarter than you (new diploma notwithstanding), and a robot that does (some of) the cleaning for you.
This list will help you pad out your new pad at different price points.
Smart Lock
Generally when you get locked out of your apartment, the only thing your phone is good for is calling an expensive locksmith. But with a smart lock, your smartphone is your key. Among our favorites are the locks from August; its second-gen August Smart Lock(Opens in a new window) comes in at under $200 and works with Apple HomeKit, but upgrade to the August Smart Lock Pro + Connect(Opens in a new window) and get support for Apple HomeKit, multiple voice command services, three wireless protocols, geofencing, and IFTTT. August's locks easily replace a deadbolt, so you can restore your door to its original condition when you move out.
August Smart Lock Pro + Connect Review
Smart Smoke Detector
Replace your smoke detector with a Nest Protect(Opens in a new window) smoke and carbon monoxide detector. It tests itself so you don't have to remember to check if the batteries are still working or if its sensors are functioning. And it alerts you on your phone, so even if you're not home you know what's going on.
Nest Protect Review
Power Nap
Your phone and your tablet share the bed with you. It's OK, we know. Lean into it with this bed(Opens in a new window), which has USB ports tucked into the side. It also has drawers built into the frame, making it perfect for storage-challenged spaces, and requires no box spring so you can order whatever mattress advertises on your podcast of choice.
Get Weigh Into Cooking
The Drop Kitchen Scale is an integrated scale and app that can help inexperienced cooks turn out great meals and desserts. You can find recipes in the app and get step-by-step directions to help you prep and measure out everything you need. If you're strictly a baker (or aspire to be one), there's the Perfect Bake Pro(Opens in a new window).
Express Espresso
Those muddy and bottomless cups of coffee that got you through finals are no way to start the day. But neither is shelling out money for Starbucks. Brew your own true espresso at the push of a button at home with the Nespresso Essenza Mini(Opens in a new window).
Dish It Out
Your first apartment probably doesn't include a dishwasher, and if you're the type to let dirty dishes linger, it can be a recipe for disaster. Get a countertop dishwasher(Opens in a new window) and your troubles will go down the drain.
A Room With a View
Make movie magic happen anywhere. The Cinemood portable projector(Opens in a new window) can throw a 12-foot image almost anywhere at 1080p. With Bluetooth and a five-hour battery life, you can watch a double feature in your living room or on the roof.
Quiet Time
New apartment, new job, but the same old issue of worrying about waking your partner when you get up (or having them disturb the beauty sleep you're still owed). The Shake-N-Wake(Opens in a new window) is a silent alarm that you (or they) wear so that a gentle vibration wakes up one person and only one person.
20 High-Tech Cities You'll Want to Call Home
If you haven't settled on a new home yet, New York and San Francisco aren't the only places for a tech-savvy, post-college abode.
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Source: https://www.pcmag.com/picks/21-gadgets-youll-want-in-your-first-apartment
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