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Before the pandemic hit, most of us weren't used to working from home. 

But now, with companies adopting Work From Home (WFH) and hybrid schedules, it's important to have a good workspace at home.  

In this article, we'll share some WFH must-haves to help you work efficiently from your home office, couch or wherever you prefer to work from!

In this blogpost, we’ll cover:  

A comfortable office is essential for a productive WFH setup. 

Since you'll be spending a lot of time in your home office, it's important to have a chair that's comfortable to sit and work in. 

A good office chair can provide the necessary lumbar support you need to work for at least 8 hours without causing discomfort.

It's best to avoid chairs made of faux leather as they tend to stick to your skin in Singapore's humid climate.

Additionally, they're prone to peeling after a year or so, making them a poor investment.

Check out chairs with mesh backing – these help with wind flow, and are more cooling to use.

One example is the ErgoTune Supreme Ergonomic Chair.

This comes with mesh backing, and it also has adjustable lumbar and neck support so it’s suitable for people of any height.

That’s not all - it also reclines, so you can even take a nap in it during your lunch break if you want. 😉

Shop the Ergotune Classic Ergonomic Chair on Singtel.

If you’re on TikTok or Instagram Reels, you might have seen the trend of using walking pads to clock in a workout while you’re WFH.

Walking pads are just like what they sound like: they’re pads that you walk on.  

They’re like treadmills, except that they don’t go as fast, don’t have that many settings, and don’t have any incline!

If you're looking for a walking pad, we recommend the King Smith Walking Pad Foldable Treadmill.  

It doesn’t take up too much space in your home since it’s foldable and adjustable.

You can also download the KS Fit App to track your walks and calories burnt.  

Get the King Smith Walking Pad Foldable Treadmill at the Singtel Store.

When it comes to working from home, having a reliable laptop is crucial. 

Here are a few factors to keep in mind when purchasing a work laptop:  

First, random access memory (RAM) is an important component to look out for. 

The higher the RAM, the more efficiently you can work and multitask. 

The standard amount of RAM for office tasks is 4-8GB, but this can vary depending on the tasks you need to perform. 

Next, battery life is another crucial factor to take into consideration, especially if you plan on using your laptop on-the-go. 

The average laptop battery life is between 3-10 hours. 

Next, storage is another crucial aspect to consider.

If you need to store a lot of documents or install software (like Microsoft Teams or Zoom) you'll want to make sure your laptop has sufficient storage. 

A 256GB storage capacity is adequate for most laptops, but there are devices with more storage available if needed.

Lastly, you'll want to ensure that your work laptop has enough ports like: 

 to connect your external drives or projectors if needed.

Out of all the laptops that Singtel sells, we recommend the Acer Aspire 5 A515-58P-55NF.

It's a great choice for getting your everyday work done efficiently with its 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. 

Plus, it has all the ports you need for your external devices, including 2 x USB A, 1 x HDMI, and earphone jack ports. 

With a battery life of 9.5 hours, it can take you through the entire workday.

Shop the Acer Aspire 5 at Singtel.  

Imagine having no more desk clutter or cord chaos—just a clean, streamlined setup that sets the stage for productivity.

Here, we recommend the Morphie 4-in-1 Wireless Charging Mat.

It charges up to 4 devices at once, plus an additional USB device.

If you want a wireless charging pad with slightly more character, you can also consider the thecoopidea Sanrio-themed Wireless Charging Pad.

These are printed with limited-edition Sanrio Characters like Kuromi or Little Twin Stars, and they’ll definitely brighten up your work day.

Having a massage gun that you keep at your desk is by no means a must-have, but it’ll definitely improve your quality of life 😉

Imagine being able to whip out your massage gun and use it throughout the day, whenever you have a few minutes of downtime.

Shop various massage guns on the Singtel Store:

From office chairs to your choice of laptop, there are plenty of ways to upgrade your home office.

It’s time to set up a productive space that helps you get stuff done and crush your work goals 😉

Don’t forget that you can purchase these WFH essentials with Singtel PayLater in 12, 24 or 36 month instalments without any interest or hidden fees.