Recommendations for webcams, headsets, cases, and other office computer accessories

Overview

Item types in this article are not provided by LITS, but rather they can be purchased by users and department administrators via Workday punchout. 

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Desktop speaker recommendations

LITS does not supply MHC staff and faculty with external desktop speakers as they are considered an office supply; as such, departments are responsible for purchasing and receiving external desktop speakers. All MHC provisioned laptops are equipped with built-in speakers and do not require use of external desktop speakers for audio playback unless preferred by the user.

Desktop computers that are connected to a base model external monitor do require the use of external speakers for audio playback. LITS does supply one Dell sound bar per desktop computer by request. A Dell sound bar can be requested via a computer accessory request ticket.

There are many options available when choosing external desktop speakers; see below for specific recommendations.


Logitech brand - S150 USB digital speakers 

  • Features: stereo sound, USB-A connection, lightweight 

  • Approximate price: $18

  • Available on Amazon and B&H
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Logitech brand - multimedia speakers Z150

  • Features: stereo sound, two audio jacks, volume control dial, button volume controls

  • Approximate price: $31

  • Available on Amazon and B&H
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Logitech brand - Z207 Bluetooth computer speakers

  • Features: connects up to two Bluetooth devices, headphone jack, 3.5mm audio cable, 20m wireless range, volume control dial

  • Approximate price: $60

  • Available on Amazon and B&H
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Headset recommendations

LITS does not supply MHC staff and faculty with a headset as they are considered an office supply; as such, departments are responsible for purchasing and receiving headsets. A headset can be a helpful tool for users in a shared space who attend virtual meetings. 

There are many options available when choosing a headset; LITS recommends a headset with a wired connection as this reduces the needs to charge the headset as well as provides a more stable connection as opposed to a wireless connection.

See below for specific recommendations.


Logitech brand - H390 USB-A headset

  • Features: Padded headband and ear pads, noise-canceling microphone, in-line volume and mute controls, USB-A connection

  • Recommended for users who sometimes attend virtual meetings in a shared space and/or sometimes record or stream lectures 

  • Approximate price  $22

  • Available on Amazon and B&H
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Jabra brand - evolve 30 II UC stereo headset

  • Features: Leatherette ear pads, noise-canceling microphone, in-line volume and mute controls, USB-A connection 

  • Recommended for users who often attend virtual meetings in a shared space and/or often record or stream lectures  

  • Approximate price: $62

  • Available on Amazon and B&H
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Logitech brand - zone wired 2 headset (UC)

  • Features: Duel noise-canceling microphones, adaptive active noise cancellation, flip-to-mute boom mic., USB-A or USB-C connection

  • Recommended for users who regularly attend virtual meetings in a shared space and/or regularly record or stream lectures 

  • Approximate price  $113

  • Available on Amazon and B&H

 

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Webcam recommendations

LITS does not supply MHC staff and faculty with webcams as they are considered an office supply; as such, departments are responsible for purchasing and receiving webcams. All MHC provisioned laptops are equipped with built-in webcams and do not require use of external webcams for virtual meetings unless preferred by the user.

Desktop computers that are connected to a base model external monitor do require the use of external webcams for virtual meetings.

There are many options available when choosing an external webcam; LITS recommendations of the minimum requirements to look for in a webcam are 1080p resolution, glass lens, and USB connection.

See below for specific recommendations.
 

Logitech brand - Brio 300 HD webcam

  • Features: Built-in noise-reducing mono microphone, auto-light balance, auto-focus glass lens, USB-C connection, and an integrated lens cover

  • Recommended for users who sometimes attend virtual meetings with internal partners and/or users who occasionally record or stream lectures 

  • Approximate price: $52

  • Available on Amazon and B&H
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Logitech brand - C920s HD pro webcam

  • Features: Built-in noise-reducing stereo microphone, auto-light correction, auto-focus glass lens, USB-A connection, and an integrated lens cover

  • Recommended for users who attend multiple virtual meetings weekly with internal and external partners and/or users who often record or stream lectures 

  • Approximate price: $61

  • Available on Amazon and B&H
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Logitech brand - Brio 501 Full HD Webcam

  • Features: Built-in noise-reducing stereo microphone, auto-light correction, auto-framing, auto-focus glass lens, USB-C connection

  • Recommended for users who spend the majority of their work day in virtual meetings and presentations with internal and external partners and/or users who regularly record or stream lectures 

  • Approximate price: $113

  • Available on Amazon and B&H

 

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Laptop and iPad case recommendations

While a case is not required for MHC owned laptops and iPads, they are a great way to extend the life of the device, especially for devices that were purchased using non-LITS funding.

Features to look for in a laptop case are a ventilated bottom to allow for air flow under the laptop in order to prevent over heating, padded or shock absorbing corners to prevent physical damage to the laptop, and water resistance to help prevent water damage to the laptop. These same features are recommended for iPad cases as well; although, a ventilated case is not necessary for an iPad as they typically do not operate at high temperatures. 

See below for specific recommendations.
 

iPad cases

OtterBox brand - defender series case for 11-inch iPad (A16) 

  • Features: drop tested, water repellent, kick-stand, built in screen protector, Apple Pencil slot

  • Recommended for users who travel often with their iPad and for Athletics department users

  • Approximate price: $53 - $70

  • Available on Amazon and B&H
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TechProtectus brand - smart protective folio case for 11-inch iPad (A16)

  • Features: shock absorbing, scratch resistant, tri-fold stand, automatic sleep/wake function, Apple Pencil slot

  • Recommended for user who sometimes travel with their iPad, use their iPad in multiple locations around campus, and bring their iPad to and from home regularly

  • Approximate price: $27

  • Available on B&H
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Finite brand - slim case for 11-inch iPad (A16)

  • Features: shock proof corners, folio-style cover which double as a stand when opened, Apple Pencil slot

  • Recommended for user who primarily use the iPad in one location and rarely travel with their iPad

  • Approximate price: $14

  • Available on Amazon
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MacBook cases

The following MacBook case recommendations are for the current LITS base model 13-inch M4 MacBook Air. If your MHC MacBook is older than 2025 or a non-base model, please make sure the case you choose will fit your device properly.

TechProtectus brand - hinge protection light rugged case for 13-inch M4 MacBook

  • Features: drop tested and shock absorbing, hinge protection, scratch proof, water resistant, non-slip grips, ventilated bottom, comes with water resistant keyboard cover

  • Recommended for users who often travel with their MacBook and/or bring their MacBook to and from home regularly 

  • Approximate price: $30

  • Available on B&H
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Finite brand - case for 13-inch M4 MacBook Air

  • Features: drop resistant enforced corners, scratch proof, non-slip grips, ventilated bottom

  • Recommended for users who sometimes travel with their MacBook and/or bring their MacBook to and from home regularly 

  • Approximate price: $30

  • Available on Amazon
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TechProtectus brand - Colorlife hard-shell case for 13-inch M4 MacBook Air

  • Features: scratch resistant, non-slip grips, ventilated bottom, comes with water resistant keyboard cover

  • Recommended for user who primarily use the MacBook in one location and rarely travel with their MacBook

  • Approximate price: $23

  • Available on B&H
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Laptop sleeves 

A laptop sleeve can be a great way to protect your MHC laptop against damage from falling or liquid it may encounter during transporting across campus, to and from home, or other travel scenarios. 

Features to look for in a laptop sleeve or carrying case are water repellent material and interior padding.

See below for specific recommendations.

tomtoc brand - 360° protective laptop sleeve for 13-inch laptop

  • Features: water repellent, reinforced corner padding, soft lining, side pocket 

  • Approximate price: $34

  • Available on Amazon in multiple sizes 
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Lenovo brand - urban laptop sleeve for 14-inch laptop

  • Features: water repellent, reinforced corner padding, soft lining, side pocket, carrying handle 

  • Approximate price: $18

  • Available on Amazon in multiple sizes 
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Laptop and iPad screen protector recommendations

While a screen protector is not required for MHC owned laptops and iPads, they are a great way to extend the life of the device, especially for devices that were purchased using non-LITS funding. In addition to preventing screen damage, other types of screen protectors offer specialized features, such as privacy screen protectors and textured screen protectors.

See below for specific recommendations.

Encased brand - MagGlass Ultra HD screen protector for 11-inch iPad (A16)

  • Features: scratch resistant, smudge resistant, drop protection, high touchscreen responsiveness

  • Approximate price: $13

  • Available on B&H


Paperlike brand - paper-feel screen protector for 11-inch iPad (A16)

  • Features: scratch resistant, ultra-thin, protects Apple Pencil tip

  • Approximate price: $50

  • Available on Amazon
     

ProCase brand - privacy screen protector for 11-inch iPad (A16)

  • Features: scratch resistant, ultra-thin, anti-oil

  • Approximate price: $22

  • Available on Amazon

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Laptop riser recommendations

Features to look for in a laptop riser are a ventilated surface to allow for air flow under the laptop in order to prevent over heating as well as grips on the bottom/feet of the stand to ensure a secure and stable elevated surface for the laptop. 

See below for specific recommendations: 

HUANUO brand - non-adjustable laptop riser/monitor stand

  • Features: ventilated surface, non-slip grips

  • Approximate price: $20

  • Available on Amazon
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HUANUO brand - adjustable laptop riser/monitor stand

  • Features: ventilated surface, non-slip grips, height adjustable 

  • Approximate price: $17

  • Available on Amazon
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Kensington brand - collapsible aluminum laptop riser 

  • Features: non-slip grips, angle adjustable, foldable and compact for travel

  • Approximate price: $24

  • Available on Amazon and B&H
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