Back To School bargains 2025
As the new year begins, it’s time to start thinking about the inevitable return to school. With each new year comes a new set of tech challenges and requirements. Technology is a primary focus for today’s budding students, and it’s important that they have the right tools at hand. As parents, navigating the ever-changing world of tech can be a perilous proposition. With often high costs involved, making the right choice and future-proofing a purchase is essential. To help tackle the tech minefield, we’ve put together a school’s back guide for this month. From Chromebooks to tablets, portable power to storage solutions, we’ve covered all the essentials for the road back to class in 2025.
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The best laptops for primary and
secondary students
Laptops are an essential tool to succeed in the new school year, and whether it’s essays, creative arts, or a bit of fun when the homework is all done, there’s no shortage of options for all grades and needs.
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How tablets can be an engaging
learning tool
Combining the portability of a smartphone with the productivity of a laptop, tablets are compact, easy to use, and provide a versatile and engaging learning experience for students of all grades.
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The benefits of monitors for home study
Monitors have become a valuable tool in school and home study setups, with extra screen real estate giving students a productive edge.
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Essential school tech accessories
Don’t forget to accessorise when readying tech for the return to school. A bag or sleeve to protect the laptop, the right cables, a charger to keep devices juiced up, and headphones! Plus, you can keep tabs on your tech with a Bluetooth tracker.
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Start 2025 Right with JB’s Back-to-School Sale!
It’s time to kick off 2025 with a bang! JB's Back-to-School Sale is here, packed with massive BYOD bargains for primary, secondary, and uni students. Get the right tech at the right price, and make this school year the best one yet. JB has your back with deals that’ll set your kids up for success in style—no matter their school level. Let’s get those school bags loaded!
Get Set for Back to School 2025 with JB's Crazy Deals!
To help you kickstart the school year right, we've loaded up on back-to-school bargains for every kind of tech, including:
- Chromebooks and computers
- Gaming gear
- Headphones and wearables
- Computer accessories, keyboards and mice
- Mobile phones
- Monitors and networking gear
- Portable power and storage
- Printers
- Software
- Tablets
- University tech essentials
Primary School BYOD Deals Parents Go Wild For
We know what parents are looking for: great deals on dependable tech that meets BYOD requirements for primary schoolers. Though requirements vary, most schools recommend devices that are lightweight, easy to use, and capable of running learning apps smoothly.
That's why, for primary students, we’re offering mind-blowing BYOD deals on:
- Student Laptops or Chromebooks: JB's got a wide range of affordable and lightweight laptops perfect for primary students, like the Lenovo Ideapad Slim 1 Notebook and HP 14a Chromebook. They have enough power for online learning, simple projects, and using school-approved educational apps.
- iPads: Touch-screen convenience for interactive learning.
BYOD Bargains That’ll Make Every Secondary Student Cheer
Secondary students need devices that are more powerful—capable of handling intensive projects, research, and multitasking that their curriculum often demands. From online learning to group projects and creative work, find incredible deals on:
- Everyday Laptops: Options like the Lenovo Ideapad Slim 3 and Asus Vivobook are great for schoolwork and multitasking.
- Student Laptops: Built for power and portability, these devices, like the Lenovo Ideapad Duet 5 and Asus E510, keep up with demanding school schedules.
- Apple MacBook Air: Light, powerful, and ultra-sleek, this is the ultimate student sidekick. Powered by super-fast M2 or M3 chips, it handles everything from research and assignments to video editing and creative projects with ease.
Jaw-dropping BYOD Deals for Uni Legends
Uni students need top-notch devices that keep them productive, creative, and connected. Whether it’s research, editing, or attending online lectures, JB has Back-to-Uni deals for:
- Performance Laptops: Ideal for productivity and demanding tasks like research, editing, or design work. Examples include the MacBook Pro 14-inch and Dell XPS 15.
- 2-in-1 Laptops: Great for flexibility, enabling note-taking, studying, and creative projects.
- Tablets: Useful for portability, note-taking, and accessing course materials on the go.
- Headphones: In-ear, over-ear, and on-ear options so you can focus during study sessions or online classes.
- Portable Storage: External SSDs or drives are helpful for storing large projects, backups, or collaborative work.
- Printers: Great for printing assignments, notes, and study materials.
- Software: From word processing to antivirus, we have the essential software for uni success.
- Networking Gear: Boost internet connection in dorms or shared houses for group projects or online lectures.
- Portable Power: Keeps your devices charged on the go—great for long library days or busy schedules.
Smarter Schooling with AI PCs
AI is the future, and JB has the latest AI PCs that make learning smarter, faster, and way more efficient with:
- Smart Multitasking: Whether it’s running multiple apps or switching between assignments, AI PCs make it super easy to juggle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Optimised Performance: AI continually adjusts settings to ensure peak performance. This means smoother operation even when running demanding software.
- Extended Battery Life: AI optimises energy use to extend battery life, keeping students powered through long school days without needing a charge.
The best part? You can grab these AI-powered devices, like the Copilot+ PCs and MSI Prestige laptops, at incredible Back-to-School prices! Smarter tech, smarter savings.
What Brands Do Back-to-School Sales?
What Other JB Sale Events Can I Look Forward To?
Gear up for unbeatable savings with JB Hi-Fi's exciting sales events happening throughout the year, including:
The clock's ticking! Gear up for the school year with JB’s massive range of back-to-school essentials! From laptops and tablets to headphones, gaming gear, and everything in between, we’ve got the tech you need at prices you’ll love.
Plus, if you’ve got old devices you’re not using, you can take advantage of our Trade-In Program. Trade your old tech and get credit towards your next purchase. It’s easy, sustainable, and makes upgrading more affordable.
Shop today and make this school year your best one yet!
^Discounts apply to previous ticketed/advertised price prior to the discount offer. As we negotiate, products will likely have been sold below ticketed/advertised price prior to the discount offer.