Do you travel often? These are the best laptop accessories that you should have

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Those who have to travel frequently for work can relate to the pain of running out of laptop battery power when you need to do some last-minute adjustments to a presentation or how it can be impossible to get any work done at a noisy airport terminal. Modern laptops have come a long way, and while newer models are sleeker, lighter, and last longer, even the best laptops need a bit of help once in a while to keep chugging along. If you're someone who often finds themselves trying to get work done while trying to catch a flight or a train to your next destination, these handy accessories can be a lifesaver when you're in a pinch.

Most modern laptops now come with a USB Type-C port which can be used to do multiple things like fast-charge your phone, output a video signal to a monitor or TV, or use a hub to expand the number of ports. You should check the specifications of the Type-C port on your laptop once, but it should most likely work with any USB-C dock. If your Type-C port supports the Thunderbolt standard, then Thunderbolt docks can support higher data transfer speeds and more ports.

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Most USB-C hubs offer additional ports like HDMI, Ethernet, SD card reader, and more USB-C and USB-A ports. These hubs generally have an aluminium construction and are small enough to slip into your laptop bag. UGreen, Belkin, Anker are some of the commonly available options. Prices range from ₹1,200 to ₹4,000 depending on the brand and type of connectors. For a budget-friendly option, I've been personally using a USB-C hub from Kapa (available on Amazon) for the past four years and it's still going strong.

For travelling executives, getting on video calls can be one of the main parts of the job, and it's important to look your best. This isn't always possible at times in hotel rooms or when you're on the move, which is why it's good to keep a ring light for your laptop's webcam handy. Ikea's STÄNKREGN LED ring light is