Mobile technology is reshaping the way schools approach learning today. Over the course of the last decade, mobile devices have leapt from business class luxury to everyday necessity. Most people today own some kind of smart device, and would probably tell you that they can’t live without it. That’s because these devices do much more than make phone calls—they can also serve as alarm clocks, GPS on-the-go, and most importantly as portable computers. With smartphones and tablets, users can access email accounts, Internet search engines, videos, news sites, gaming apps, messaging services, and more.

So it should come as no surprise that school systems are finding ways to tap the rich and seemingly limitless potential of the Internet and mobile technology of educational purposes. Most children today are already comfortable and familiar with such devices from exposure at home, making them easy to integrate into the classroom. What’s more, mobile devices can potentially make educational material more engaging and interesting for students, and give them access for a much larger range of resources than the school may be able to provide on its own.

The idea of providing every student in a classroom with access to a tablet—the so-called 1:1 goal—is an important one, as it means giving even disadvantaged children access to learning technologies they might not get otherwise. But many schools with tight budgets have struggled to make such device initiatives a reality… until now. Technology solutions provider Black Box (News - Alert) Corporation announced today that its LCC Series Mobile Device Carts will start at less than $1,000 per unit and are guaranteed for life—truly changing the game for schools without much funding. That low price includes the cost of shipping, liftgate service, and inside delivery, and schools have the option of purchasing them assembled, unassembled, and with or without charging timers.

“Our LCC Carts give you the best value and lowest lifetime cost based on life-use expectancy,” said Justin Schaeffer, Black Box product manager. “They are a sensible solution for schools on a tight budget that still need to implement 1:1 initiatives.”

The LCC Series Carts have been designed with school settings in mind, so that they are easy to use and offer compact storage. They are constructed with durable and secure materials, with a one-size-fits-all shelf fitted with slots that accommodate most mobile devices on the market, both now and in the future. This means that classrooms can securely store a roomful of devices without worry. Additionally, these cabinets can charge up to 30 iPads, Chromebooks, tablets, or laptops at a time. If a teacher wants to use such devices for a particular course in class, they can be easily distributed in the beginning, then collected, stowed, and left to recharge at the end. There is a locking rear access panel for safety, as well as high-quality rear cable management.

For schools looking to broaden their teaching approach and gain access to a vast array of resources and tools, mobile devices are the solution—and with Black Box, they are more affordable to manage than ever.