high-tech: all the trends Equip yourself for telework (but have fun)<

Telework has entered our lives by force and is not ready to be dislodged, health crisis or not. In September 2020, according to a study published on December 15 by APEC, 53% of executives practiced it on a regular basis. In the future, 83% want to continue teleworking, 87% among those under 30 and 77% among those over 50. In short, computer dealers have a bright future ahead of them. Because if the large groups have been able to equip their employees with efficient and adequate tools, this is far from being the norm. As proof, the explosion in sales of personal PCs this third quarter of 2020 with the strongest growth in this segment (+ 12.7%) ever achieved for 10 years, according to the research firm Canalys. Good to know too, it is the portable tools that are popular. Clearly, the new workers have become accustomed to lugging their equipment. And that's good, the offer of manufacturers in this area is plethoric. We therefore went to see on the side of lightness to choose high-performance and powerful tablets or ultra-portable computers. And add to this basic material some very useful tools to simplify your life.

Samsung's pro tablet: Galaxy Tab S7 +

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S7+ in the middle of summer. These two tablets cut to compete with the iPad Pro have everything to seduce. We tested the S7 + and were able to appreciate all its qualities, in particular a very elegant design with a beautiful aluminum finish. Its 12.4 inch AMOLED screen has a refresh rate of 120 Hz ideal for gaming. In video mode, its 16: 10 format is very pleasant, not to mention a very immersive sound with its 4 speakers. Finally, for what interests us here, it is quite efficient for teleworking. The S Pen stylus, supplied with the machine, allows ultra-fast note taking and much more thanks to its 0.7 mm lead and 4096 pressure points. Clearly, we are dealing with a lightweight and very pleasant premium item to use on a daily basis which recharges in less than 15 minutes for more than 10 hours of use (for a record battery of 10,090 mAh). Equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Soc with 8 GB of Ram, it has 128 or 256 GB of storage, expandable via a microSD card of up to 1 TB. Good to know, the S7 + is available in 5 G version!

From 949 euros Samsung.com

Apple's latest MacBook Air M1

We could have compared here the Galaxy Tab S 7 + detailed above with the iPad Pro, Apple's flagship. But Samsung has taken such a leap forward with its new tablet that it is now boxing in the same category as the American. Everyone will therefore choose their family without having to make any concessions. On the other hand, the Apple firm unveiled its new range of MacBooks in mid-November: the MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro and Mac mini, all three equipped with the manufacturer's new M1 chip, the first in a range designed specifically for Macs. Result ; more efficient devices and, Apple announces, 3.5 times more powerful than the previous generation. We'll focus on the MacBook Air, the world's best-selling 13-inch laptop. Its graphics processor can integrate up to eight cores, it now offers graphics performance up to five times faster than the old and super fast downloading capabilities, which is more than appreciable in work mode as well as in leisure. Question autonomy, nothing to complain about either with 15 hours of wireless web browsing and up to 18 hours of video playback.

From €1,129 Apple.com

At Microsoft, two products, two uses for the American who has made teleworking his trademark:

Microsoft's 2-in-1: Surface Pro 7

Half tablet, half computer, this Microsoft range has made its reputation. It has a 12.3 inch touch screen. It is ultra light and versatile. Equipped with optimal connectivity, it has a long battery life (the manufacturer announces a day of battery life) and a high-resolution 12.3-inch PixelSense™ touch screen with ambient light detection. For teleworking, we will think of an accessory, in particular a keyboard, by looking at the manufacturer's "pack" offers. Equipped with Windows 10, the latest operating system from Microsoft, it is used as a small computer. Access to the Microsoft Office suite is also valuable for teleworking. Finally, it should be noted that at the moment, there are very good promotional offers for equipment of this quality.

From 809 euros Microsoft.com

A light, lightweight laptop… the Surface Laptop Go

This elegant portable PC is very light, efficient, and has a long battery life. Weighing 1110g and 15.69mm thick, it is equipped with a 10th generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor. If the back is plastic (probably hence its lightness) the whole is very qualitative. We appreciated its 12.4-inch touchscreen in 3:2 format. Effective for everyday use, it is ideal for equipping, for example, a student who does not want to weigh down his bag and his expenses too much.

from €629.

A gaming headset: GSP 602 from EPOS SENNHEISER

Designed primarily for competitive gamers, the GSP 602 delivers exceptional audio fidelity, clarity and realism. We will therefore use it during the break to browse the virtual worlds, but at work to follow a video conference “hands free” or to exchange with your N + 1 while stirring the pasta. Comfortable, adjustable, it has a microphone with a flexible rod that just needs to be raised to switch to silent mode. Be careful, however, not to confuse weekly meeting and World of Warcraft

Recommended price: 219 euros.

Gunnar blue light blocking glasses

Sleep disorders, eye fatigue and dryness, lesions on the lens and retina… the effects of overexposure to blue light, via our smartphones, PCs, tablets… is well known. Gunnar, leading manufacturer of glasses for screens (more than 130 patents filed) offers glasses for adults, teenagers and children whose lenses limit the impact of blue light. Many frames and models for everyone's comfort (also available on prescription), with the possibility of adapting vision corrections. We don't always think about it, but this accessory can quickly turn out to be as essential as a good seat for sitting down.

From 49.90 the "office" model for adults shop.gunnars.fr

An ergonomic mouse: Logitech MX Vertical

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We admit it, using a mouse that works more or less properly is often enough for his happiness as a confined teleworker, especially when at home his kids have the annoying habit of biting yours. However, wrist comfort, gliding speed, responsiveness, multi-surface use... there is mouse and mouse. We therefore chose for telework the latest ergonomic model from Logitech, the MX Vertical. Its shape - not obvious at first sight but you get used to it - reduces the pressure exerted on the wrist and forearm. We also learn that its special vertical angle of 57 degrees “is optimized for an ergonomic posture without compromising productivity”. 109 euros logitech.fr

The Webcam cover of Papier Tigre

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We agree, a piece of plaster can serve the same purpose. But do we really think about it when we are stuck in an endless videoconference? Nope ! We will therefore have on hand the essential camera cover to laze quietly behind his computer, or taste his spaghetti during Marceline's Powerpoint. Hide and seek: 3 euros Tiger paper