What back-to-school tech should you buy?

The Wirecutter Editor in Chief Jacqui Cheng talks with Recode's Kara Swisher and The Verge's Lauren Goode about what tech purchases students should consider as they head back to school. Cheng says buying a fancy gadget isn't always the right answer — pencil and paper still works! But if you want to keep your computer and phone charged after a long day of studying and/or Pokémon Go, a battery pack might be worth it. The trio answer your questions about school tech, including why we still use books in the age of the iPad.