STACK #188 June 2020

LIFE TECH FEATURE

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Working from home need not be taxing – in both senses of the word.With the home office the new workplace for now and EOFY rapidly approaching, you can turn tax time into a happy new year by adding to or upgrading the tech essentials for remote working, and claiming it as a work-related expense. Let’s be honest, justifying a shiny new tech purchase as a tax deduction can be as satisfying as playing with the device itself! Whether your home workspace is a dedicated room or study, the couch or the dining room table, you’re going to need the big three office essentials to stay connected and productive…

LAPTOPS 2-in-1 laptops offer both convenience and functionality, combining the processing power of a computer with the touchscreen perks and connectivity of a tablet. These versatile, user-friendly devices represent great value for money and enable more fluid workflow. Both the (1) HP Pavilion 14-DH1143TU and (2) HP Envy x360 15-DR1018TX meet the aforementioned requirements and then some, with Full HD displays, 512GB SSD storage, a sturdy build, and fast startup and performance. They’re aesthetically pleasing, too. The Pavilion also features multiple ports including a full-sized HDMI connection and SD card reader, while the Envy has the larger screen at 15.6” and double the RAM (16GB). If you don’t require the bonus of a touchscreen and are simply in the market for a good, affordable laptop, the (3) Dell Inspiron 15 3000 is perfect for everyday

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requirements – and that includes working from home. Dell’s mobile connect option enables seamless PC/ smartphone integration to route calls, SMS, IMs and other apps directly to the laptop.

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