CNET: Best back-to-school appliances for college students

It’s time for back-to-school shopping.

Whether your child is living in a tiny dorm room or a nice apartment, there are some essential appliances and devices every college student should bring. See the full list at CNET.com.

CNET TAKE: One of the best Bluetooth speakers around, the Bose SoundLink Flex offers impressive sound for its compact size and budget-friendly price tag. The speaker is also fully dustproof, waterproof and it floats, making it ideal for pool parties and beach trips.

CNET TAKE: Our experts tested and reviewed several TVs and picked the TCL 4-Series as the best option for those on a budget. For a little over $200, you’ll get a pretty decent 4K UHD picture with all your streaming services built-in, thanks to Roku. For something more premium, the TCL QM8 is our pick for best overall TV.

CNET TAKE: This microwave from Farberware takes the top spot on our list of best microwave ovens. It’s spacious, affordable and has quick settings that actually work. If you’re in a hurry, you can have boiling water for tea in less than three minutes. You can also get popcorn for movie night at the touch of a button. If you’re not the best cook, you’ll love the sensor cook feature, which can detect when something is done cooking so you don’t have to worry about burning anything.

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