--- layout: handbook-page-toc title: "Spending Company Money - Equipment Examples" --- ## On this page {:.no_toc .hidden-md .hidden-lg} - TOC {:toc .hidden-md .hidden-lg} ### Adapters and cables #### A note on HDMI and 4K@60Hz If you need HDMI connectivity (e.g. to connect a TV, projector or monitor) and are looking for a USB-C adapter or hub that supports [4K resolution](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/4K_resolution) (3840 × 2160 pixels), be aware that most of the adapters and hubs on the market only support refresh rate of 30 Hz (i.e. 30 frames per second). This is ok for movies, but not great for interactive work. For example, mouse pointer will noticeably jump on a 30 Hz screen when you move it. Scrolling text is even worse. All that puts extra strain on your eyes. There are products that support refresh rate of 60 Hz and they cost roughly the same. Look for 4K@60Hz in product specification. If you bought one and it still does not give you the desired refresh rate, make sure your HDMI cable supports it. [HDMI 2.0](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_2.0) and newer cables do. #### USB adapters * Falwedi 7-in-1 USB-C Hub - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083FBYP9B), [Australia](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B083FBYP9B). HDMI port supports 4K@60Hz. * TOTU 8-in-1 USB-C Hub - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FX2LW35/) * FLYLAND Hub, 9-in-1 - [Germany](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B00OJY12BY/) * VAVA USB-C Hub 8-in-1 Adapter - [Australia](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07JCKCZGJ/) * UGREEN Ethernet to USB 3.0 Adapter - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MYTSN18/) * Yinboti USB-C Hub for New Macbook Pros - [US](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FMNJC6J/) * Kensington UH4000 4 Port USB Hub 3.0 - [US](https://www.amazon.com/Kensington-UH4000-Port-USB-3-0/dp/B00O9RPP28/) * YXwin USB C Hub 6-in-1 Adapter including Ethernet - [UK](https://www.amazon.co.uk/YXwin-Adapter-Delivery-1000mbps-Ethernet/dp/B07PSM6RQS/) * HyperDrive 4 in 1 USB C Adapter - [India](https://www.amazon.in/HyperDrive-Thunderbolt-Macbook-MacBook-Devices/dp/B01M7O0WF4/) * UGREEN USB-C Hub 9-in-1 - [US](https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Multiport-Ethernet-Charging-Compatible/dp/B076HN81GS/), [ethernet-to-usb driver](https://www.asix.com.tw/products.php?op=pItemdetail&PItemID=131;71;112&PLine=71) #### USB Docks * CalDigit TS3 Plus (**Will require Manager Approval to expense due to cost**) - [US](http://shop.caldigit.com/us/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=170), [UK](http://shop.caldigit.com/uk/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=174) * Enables *stable* Dual Monitor Support for Engineers * Extended Desktop Support for DVI monitors requires ['active' displayport adaptors](http://www.cablematters.com/pc-33-33-cable-matters-gold-plated-displayport-to-dvi-male-to-female-adapter.aspx) * macOS does not support [Multi-Stream Transport over DisplayPort](https://www.displayport.org/cables/driving-multiple-displays-from-a-single-displayport-output/) * Recharges Laptop over USB-C * Provides USB-A support for peripherals #### Cables * AmazonBasics Premium HDMI Cable - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KSD9DZ9/) - Supports 4K@60Hz * Rankie DisplayPort Cable - [UK](https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00YOP0T7G/) ### Notebook carrying bags * tomtoc 360° Protective Sleeve - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N0TOQEO/) * NIDOO 15" - [Germany](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B072LVYC91/) * Mosiso Sleeve - [Australia](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B01N0W1YIK/) * SLOTRA Slim Anti-Theft Laptop Backpack - [UK](https://www.amazon.co.uk/SLOTRA-Lightweight-Resistant-Multipurpose-Anti-Theft/dp/B01DKLOOLG) ### Monitors #### Desktop monitors * 4K monitors: * LG 27UD58-B 27" 4K - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IRQAYPE/) * LG 27UK850-W 27" 4K UHD with USB Type-C - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078GVTD9N/) * LG 27UL650-W 27" 4K UHD LED - [US](https://www.amazon.com/LG-27UL650-W-Monitor-DisplayHDR-White/dp/B07MKT2BNB) * BenQ PD2700U 27" 4K UHD IPS - [US](https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-PD2700U-Professional-Monitor-3840x2160/dp/B07H9XP92N) * Dell Ultra Sharp LED-Lit Monitor 25" 2560 X 1440 60 Hz| IPS - [US](https://www.amazon.com/Dell-LED-Lit-Monitor-U2518D-Compatibility/dp/B075KGLYRL) * Acer S242HLDBID 24" - [Germany](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B01AJTVCA8/) * ASUS VS248H-P 24" 1080p - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0058UUR6E/) * ASUS PB277Q 27" 1440p - [US](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EN3Z7QQ/) * SAMSUNG F350 23.6" 1080p - [Germany](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0771J3HXV/) * Lenovo ThinkVision P27h-10 27" 1440p - [Switzerland](https://www.digitec.ch/de/s1/product/lenovo-thinkvision-p27h-10-27-2560-x-1440-pixels-monitor-6611407) * Connects over USB-C and also acts as a hub with 4 USB3.0 ports (on the back), works great on Linux including audio passthrough! #### Portable monitors * USB Touchscreen, 11.6" - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FKJ6WP1/) * Kenowa 15.6" - [Germany](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07FZ5PNDV/) * Asus Zenscreen 15,6" - [Netherlands](https://www.coolblue.nl/product/787645/asus-zenscreen-mb16ac.html) * Duet App for iPad as a second monitor - [App store](https://apps.apple.com/app/duet-display/id935754064) and [Mac/Windows install](https://www.duetdisplay.com/) #### Privacy screens * Macbook Pro 15" - [US](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GV71FF5/) * Macbook Pro 13" - [US](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GV71FF5/) ### Headphones and earbuds * Mpow 059 Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077XT82DD/) * JBL T450BT On-ear Bluetooth Headphones - [Germany](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B01M6WNWR6/) * Apple AirPods (though battery life may be limited) - [US](https://www.apple.com/shop/accessories/all-accessories/headphones-speakers) Note: Open ear headphones can often be worn longer than in-ear or closed headphones. ### Webcams * Logitech C920 - [US](https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Widescreen-Calling-Recording-Desktop/dp/B006JH8T3S), [UK](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-C920-Pro-Webcam-Recording/dp/B006A2Q81M?) * Logitech C525 - [India](https://www.amazon.in/Logitech-C525-HD-Webcam-Black/dp/B008QS9MRA) ### Keyboards * Macally Bluetooth wireless keyboard - [US](https://www.amazon.com/Macally-Bluetooth-Computers-Rechargeable-Indicators/dp/B07K24ZLWC) ### Office Furniture #### Desks * Autonomous SmartDesk 2 - Home Edition - [US and Europe](https://www.autonomous.ai/standing-desks/smart-desk-2-home) * Jarvis electric adjustable height desk - [US and Canada](https://www.fully.com/standing-desks/jarvis.html), [Europe](https://www.fully.eu/pages/jarvis-adjustable-standing-desks) #### Chairs * Hbada Ergonomic Office Chair - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N0XPBB3/) * INTEY Ergonomic Office Chair - [Germany](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0744GS6LR/) * Kolina Ergonic Mesh Office Chair - [Australia](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07BK7XDV8/) * IKEA MARKUS Office Chair - [UK](https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/products/chairs-stools-benches/desk-chairs/markus-office-chair-glose-black-art-20103101) * Featherlite Liberate Medium Back Desk Arm Chair - [India](https://www.amazon.in/Featherlite-Liberate-Medium-Chair-Black/dp/B07FPD46L3) ### Other Accessories #### Laptop Stands * BoYata Adjustable Laptop Stand - [UK](https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07H89V3BB) * Roost Laptop Stand - [Worldwide](https://www.therooststand.com/) * AmazonBasics Notebook Laptop Stand Arm Mount Tray - [US](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010QZD6I6) #### Wrist Rests * GIM Wrist Rest Set - [UK](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Keyboard-GIM-Support-Ergonomic-Computer/dp/B072K41FC1) #### Whiteboards * Audio-Visual Direct White Magnetic Glass Dry-Erase Board Set - [US](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JNJWE3K) ### Something else? * No problem! Consider adding it to this list if others can benefit from it.