The most useful office gadgets are often the ones that look pointless in a catalogue: a metal arm for a monitor that already has a stand, a box that switches one keyboard between two computers, a battery that sits under the desk doing nothing until the lights flicker. Use them for a week and the desk works differently. Here are ten we would defend, all listed in the SourceIT store, with what they cost and why they earn their space.
The list runs from a S$25.00 Yealink headset charging stand to a S$300.00 Ergotron LX monitor arm, and includes the ATEN CS22H KVM switch, APC Easy UPS BV 650VA, Lenovo ThinkVision M15 portable monitor and Yealink SP92 speakerphone. Prices are as listed on 23 Oct 2026, and all ten were in stock at the time of writing.
The 10 gadgets at a glance
| # | Gadget | Category | Why it looks useless | Price (23 Oct 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ergotron LX Desk Monitor Arm (Tall Pole) | Monitor arm | The monitor already has a stand | S$300.00 |
| 2 | ATEN CS22H 2-Port 4K HDMI KVM Switch | KVM switch | Just unplug and replug | S$126.83 |
| 3 | APC Easy UPS BV 650VA | Desk UPS | Singapore's power is reliable | S$97.50 |
| 4 | Lenovo ThinkVision M15 | Portable monitor | The laptop already has a screen | S$236.00 |
| 5 | Yealink SP92 Speakerphone | Speakerphone | Laptops have speakers and mics | S$94.50 |
| 6 | Logitech Brio 105 | Webcam | The laptop has a camera | S$38.81 |
| 7 | Targus DOCK419AP-50 | USB-C dock | It's a small box of ports | S$101.04 |
| 8 | Logitech MK850 Combo | Keyboard and mouse | A keyboard is a keyboard | S$130.00 |
| 9 | HP Nano Keyed Cable Lock | Laptop security | Nobody steals from the office | S$55.00 |
| 10 | Yealink BHC70 Charging Stand | Headset stand | A cradle for a headset | S$25.00 |
1. Monitor arm: Ergotron LX Desk Monitor Arm
Why it looks useless: your monitor came with a stand, so S$300.00 for a metal arm feels like décor. Why it isn't: lifting the screen off its base frees the whole footprint underneath for documents or a laptop, and lets each person set height and angle in seconds. The listing describes Ergotron's Constant Force motion (move the screen with one finger and it stays put), 360° pan and rotation for portrait use, and a tall pole aimed at taller users and sit-stand desks. Our Ergotron LX vs HX guide covers sizing, and the monitor stands and monitor arm collection has dual-arm options if you run two screens.
2. KVM switch: ATEN CS22H
Why it looks useless: you could just move the cables. Why it isn't: anyone with a company laptop and a second machine (a personal PC, a test box, a finance workstation) swaps between them dozens of times a day. The CS22H lets one HDMI monitor, USB keyboard and mouse, and speakers and microphone control two HDMI computers, with the KVM cables built in and a remote port selector on a cable so the switch can hide behind the monitor. It is bus-powered and works with Windows, Mac and Linux, per the listing. S$126.83.
3. Desk UPS: APC Easy UPS BV 650VA
Why it looks useless: it sits under the desk and does nothing, most days. Why it isn't: the day it matters is the day a brief dip reboots a desktop mid-save. The listing rates the BV650I-MS at 650 VA / 375 W with automatic voltage regulation, four battery-backed universal outlets that take Singapore three-pin plugs, and surge protection. It is sized for a desktop and monitor or a small network corner, not a server; our UPS size calculator guide shows how to check the load. S$97.50.
4. Portable monitor: Lenovo ThinkVision M15
Why it looks useless: your laptop already has a screen. Why it isn't: a second screen in a hot-desk or client office turns a cramped 15-inch laptop into a two-screen workspace for reference documents or a Teams window. The M15 is 15.6-inch Full HD, about 900 grams, and runs from the laptop over USB-C, according to the listing. It has no HDMI input, so the laptop's USB-C port must carry video; check that first in Your Laptop Has USB-C. So Why Doesn't Everything Work? S$236.00.
5. Speakerphone: Yealink SP92
Why it looks useless: laptops have speakers and microphones. Why it isn't: laptop microphones pick up keyboard noise and laptop speakers are small, which is why two people sharing one laptop on a call usually sound poor. The SP92 connects by USB or Bluetooth 5.3, can stay paired with a laptop and phone at once, and the listing quotes AI noise cancellation and up to 20 hours of talk time. It suits a home office or a huddle corner. For larger rooms, see our Yealink speakerphone comparison. S$94.50.
6. External webcam: Logitech Brio 105
Why it looks useless: the laptop has a camera. Why it isn't: once the laptop is closed on a dock or pushed aside for a monitor, its camera points at the wrong place, and a camera on top of the main screen gives an eye-level view. The Brio 105 is 1080p at 30 fps with a 58° field of view, a built-in privacy shutter and plain USB-A, per the listing. At S$38.81 it is one of the cheapest upgrades on this list.
7. USB-C dock: Targus DOCK419AP-50
Why it looks useless: a box of ports the size of a deck of cards. Why it isn't: one USB-C cable then carries the monitor, peripherals and laptop charging. This dock adds HDMI for current screens and VGA for older meeting-room projectors, so presenters stop hunting for adapters. Check your laptop supports display output and charging over that port first: our docking station compatibility checklist and charger wattage guide explain both. S$101.04.
8. Multi-device keyboard and mouse: Logitech MK850
Why it looks useless: a keyboard is a keyboard. Why it isn't: the K850 keyboard and M720 Triathlon mouse each switch between three paired devices with a button, so a work laptop, desktop and tablet share one set. The keyboard has a cushioned palm rest and adjustable tilt, according to the listing, and pairs with the KVM switch above for a fully shared desk. S$130.00.
9. Laptop lock: HP Nano Keyed Cable Lock
Why it looks useless: offices feel safe. Why it isn't: shared floors, co-working spaces, classrooms and client sites have visitors, and a laptop is easy to carry out. The lock fits devices with a Nano lock slot and uses a steel cable and key, per the listing. Check your laptop has a Nano slot before ordering. S$55.00.
10. Headset charging stand: Yealink BHC70
Why it looks useless: a cradle for a headset. Why it isn't: wireless headsets go flat at the worst moment, and a stand turns charging into a habit: put it down, it charges. The BHC70 is the optional stand for the Yealink BH70 and WH64 Hybrid headsets. If your wireless headset sounds poor on calls, the fix is usually its USB dongle; see Why Your Expensive Bluetooth Headset Sounds Terrible on Teams. S$25.00.
Which office gadgets should you buy first?
For most hybrid desks, start with what fixes daily friction: the dock and monitor arm for desk workers, the speakerphone and webcam for people on calls, and the UPS for anyone on a desktop. The KVM switch and multi-device keyboard only matter if someone uses two computers; the cable lock and portable monitor matter most for people who move around. If a cable is the weak link in your setup, HDMI vs DisplayPort vs USB-C explains which one to use. For a wider view of where money is well spent, read The Office Tech Upgrades Worth Spending Money On and our tips for equipping a hybrid office in Singapore.
Buying office gadgets in Singapore
SourceIT supplies Ergotron, ATEN, APC, Lenovo, Yealink, Logitech, Targus and HP with local warranty; confirm the term for your SKU when requesting a quote. For a floor-wide rollout, use Request for Quotation on the product page, call (65) 6978 3502, email Sales@sourceit.com.sg, or see volume discounts and special pricing and our contact page. Government buyers can purchase through GeBIZ.
Frequently asked questions
Is a monitor arm worth it for an office desk? Usually, yes. It frees the desk space under the screen and lets each user adjust height and angle quickly, which helps on shared and sit-stand desks.
What does a KVM switch do? It lets one monitor, keyboard and mouse control two or more computers, switching between them with a button instead of re-plugging cables.
Do I need a UPS if Singapore power is reliable? A small UPS covers short dips and outages that can reboot a desktop mid-save, and AVR models also smooth voltage variations. Size it to your actual load.
Will a portable monitor work with any laptop? No. USB-C-only monitors such as the ThinkVision M15 need a laptop USB-C port that outputs video, so check the laptop's specification first.
Is an external webcam better than a laptop camera? Often, because it can sit on top of the main monitor at eye level when the laptop is docked or closed, and business models add privacy shutters.
Do I need a speakerphone for Teams calls? For one person with a headset, no. For two or more people sharing a laptop, or a small huddle space, a speakerphone picks up voices more clearly than laptop microphones.
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