I have ~$50 left of my remote office setup stipend to blow. I already have a chair, desk, extra monitor, outlet extender, and headphones. Any other recs??

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Buy an extra charger you can keep in your bag!

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You right fam I wasn’t thinking

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Buy the collapsible Microsoft mouse ( a surface accessory) such a sexy and practical addition

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Practical to walk around with a mouse in your back pocket that is functional

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Donate to the needy

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Thanks, guy

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Which office gives this ?

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We got nothing 😕

A mouse

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Logitech Mx master

Docking station?

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Docking stations are awesome

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Bourbon

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A TB drive

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Laptop stand if you’re not using wireless mouse/keyboard.

I have this and it makes it much nicer to type on my MacBook all day if it’s slightly elevated. The higher angles are good for getting my laptop camera up higher for video calls so it’s actually at my face and not my chest.

https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Compatible-Ventilated-Soundance-AS1/dp/B07GL5GWNH

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YW! Hope you like it as much as I do.

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A mouse is handy for sure! I think it is more ergonomic than using the track pad on the laptop.

What kind of chair / desk did you get? I need to upgrade mine as my current set up is not very comfortable

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Really? I will search again! 350 is much better

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Or a standing desk... that’s currently on my wishlist.

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Whiteboard?

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Internet costs

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There’s an option for it in myte

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Foot rest, USB port hub, network switch for Ethernet (wired)

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A plant

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Umm, or just don’t spend it since you don’t need it. I’m sure it will be put to good use elsewhere 🤷🏼‍♀️

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Good point!

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Donate to the needy or let your company keep it in exchange for the honor of keeping you employed!

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We’ve already budgeted for it but times are a changin and the line item can be (and will be) reallocated. Just use what you need!

USB-C dock

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USB-C or Lightning to HDMI converter

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