How to turn your dorm room into a smart 'home'

Please enjoy this guide to the best dorm room gear, just one part of our larger 2019 back-to-school series. In addition to top picks in 11 categories -- everything from laptops to smartphones to gaming and dorm gear -- we went big on tips and buying advice this year. We didn't just want to tell you what to buy, but we wanted to help you choose wisely, and then make the most out of your decision.

ENGADGET'S BACK TO SCHOOL GUIDE

• The best smartphones, tablets and smartwatches for students

• The best creative and productivity apps for students

• The best laptops for students in 2019

• The speakers, headphones and streaming apps we recommend to students

• The gear you need for your dorm room

• The fitness gadgets and apps you should be using at school

• The best desktops for students

• The best electric bikes, scooters and skateboards to use at school

• The best TVs and streamers to use in a dorm room

• The best gaming PCs and accessories for students

• The best consoles, games and accessories for students