The UCSB Library has a variety of items available at the Services Desk for checkout to UCSB students, faculty, and staff. To borrow these items for free*, just show the Services Desk staff your Access card or a form of physical government photo ID. 

Questions regarding Tech & More or suggestions of items we should consider integrating into the program can be sent to library-techandmore@ucsb.edu. 

Mission Statement 

Tech & More is a user-centered lending program that enhances student experiences within the Library, in the classroom, and across campus. From technological equipment to study tools and beyond, the program maintains a focus on individual student success while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and encouraging sustainability. Tech & More’s evolving collection reflects the spirit of libraries by offering a range of free resources that seek to reduce educational barriers, encourage new interests, and support learners of all types.
 

Audiovisual Equipment

  • Camcorder (2-week checkout)
    • This item requires a SD card, which is not provided at checkout
  • Digital Camera (2-week checkout)
    • Canon EOS Rebel T7
    • This item requires a SD card, which is not provided at checkout
  • External CD/DVD/Blueray Optical Drive (1-day checkout)
    • Compatible with type-C or USB 3.0 computers
  • Green Screen (1-week checkout)
  • GoPros (2-week checkout)
    • Go Pro Hero 12
    • Go Pro Max 2
    • These items require a MicroSD card, which is not provided at checkout
  • HDMI Cable (1-day checkout)
  • Podcast Set (1-day checkout)
    • Includes TASCAM Mixcast 4, 3 pairs of headphones, 3 microphones, and carrying backpack
    • An additional pair of headphones and one microphone are available for checkout separately
  • Portable Blu-Ray, DVD, CD, USB, SD Multi Media Player (1-day checkout)
    • ​Portable disc player with a screen 
  • Presentation clickers (4-hour checkout)
  • Projector (1-day checkout)
  • Projector Screen (1-day checkout)
  • Recorder (1-day checkout)
    • TASCAM DR-40X Linear PCM Recorder
    • This item requires a SD card, which is not provided at checkout
  • Tripod (2-week checkout)
  • USB-C Hub (1-day checkout)
    • Includes HDMI port, USB-A 3.0 ports, USB-C data port, USB-C input port, and dual SD & TF ports
  • Video display adapters (1-day checkout)
    • USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 to Female HDMI
    • Micro HDMI to Female HDMI
    • Mini HDMI to Female HDMI
    • Displayport to Female HDMI
    • Mini Displayport/Thunderbolt 2 to Female HDMI
    • VGA to Female HDMI

 

Crafting 

  • Art Set (1-day checkout)
  • Crochet Needles (1-week checkout)
  • Hand Sewing Kits (1-day checkout)
  • Handheld Steamer (1-day checkout)
  • Hot Glue Guns (1-day checkout)
  • Irons (1-day checkout)
  • Ironing Board (1-day checkout)
  • Knitting Needles (1-week checkout)

 

Games

  • Board Games (1-week checkout)
    • Apples to Apples
    • Chess
    • Go: The Ancient Chinese Strategy Game
    • Jumbo Checkers 
    • King of New York
    • Quirkle
    • Scrabble
  • Frisbees (1-day checkout)
  • Nintendo Switch 2 Set (1-week checkout)
    • Set includes a carrying case, Switch 2 console, joycons & wrist straps, docking station, HDMI cable, and charger
    • Available games (maximum of 2 games per console checkout):
      • Hogwarts Legacy
      • Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
      • Mario Kart World
      • Pokemon Pokopia
      • Super Mario Party
  • Yard Games (1-week checkout)
    • Bocce Ball Set
    • Cornhole Set (regulation size)
      • Must checkout a wagon or bring a second person to help transport it
    • Croquet Set
    • Giant Jenga
    • Pickleball Paddles (set of 4)
    • Portable Pickleball Net
    • Spikeball

 

Music 

  • CD Player (1-day checkout)
  • Digital Piano (88-key): (2-week checkout)
  • JBL Portable Speaker (1-day checkout)
  • Piano Stand (2-week checkout)
  • Portable Record Player (1-week checkout)
  • TASCAM Pocket Studio (2-week checkout)
    • TASCAM DP-008EX - Digital Multitrack Recorder
  • Ukulele (1-week checkout)
    • Left-handed & right-handed ukuleles available

 

Studying Tools

  • Graphic & Scientific Calculators (4-hour checkout)
    • CASIO fx-9750GIII (graphing)
    • TI 30X IS (scientific)
    • TI 84 Plus (graphing)
  • Laptop Stand Riser (4-hour checkout) 
  • Personal Desk Lamp (4-hour checkout)
    • Small battery-operated desk lamp
  • Privacy study screen (4-hour checkout, in-library use only)
    • Desk divider meant to provide visual and acoustic privacy 
  • Whiteboard Set (4-hour checkout)
    • Set includes a dry-erase marker, whiteboard, and eraser

 

Technology

  • 3D Printer Pen (1-day checkout)
  • Apple Pencils (4-hour checkout)
    • Apple Pencil Pro
    • Apple Pencil USB-C
  • Arduino Set (2-week checkout)
    • Loaned with a carrying case and 11 component bags
  • Charging sets (4-hour checkout)
    • MagSafe chargers for newer Macbook models
    • ​Multi-device cords for iPhones, Android, and other small devices (USB to Lightning/USB Type C/Micro USB), and USB A/C outlet adapter 
    • PC chargers with 15 adapters to accommodate different laptop models
    • USB-C chargers powerful enough to charge laptops, tablets, and other compatible devices, and a USB-C outlet adapter
  • E-Ink Tablets (4-hour checkout)
    • BOOX Note 4C with case and stylus
  • Headphones (4-hour checkout)
    • Bluetooth headphones with a carrying case
    • Wired over-ear headphones with a 3.5mm audio jack 
  • Laptops (4-hour checkout)
  • Makey-Makey Kit (1-week checkout)
  • Portable Battery (1-day checkout)
    • Portable power bank with three USB ports, one AC outlet, and a flashlight 
  • Portable Monitor (4-hour checkout)
  • USB-C Portable Battery Charger (4-hour checkout)
  • VR Headsets (2-week checkout)
    • MetaQuest 3 with a carrying case, headset, two hand controllers, charging cable, and outlet power adapter
  • Wireless Mice w/ USB Receiver (4-hour checkout)
  • Wireless Keyboard w/ USB Receiver + BLE Bluetooth (4-hour checkout)

 

Miscellaneous

  • Bike Locks (1-day checkout)
  • Binoculars (1-day checkout)
  • Carpet Spot Cleaner (1-day checkout)
    • Bissell Little Green Mini
  • Collapsible Wagon (1-day checkout)
  • Digital Calipers (1-day checkout)
  • Folding Hex Key Set (1-day checkout)
  • Measuring Tapes (1-day checkout)
  • Picnic Blankets (1-day checkout)
  • Precision Screwdriver Set (1-day checkout)
  • Umbrellas (1-day checkout)​
  • Vacuum (1-day checkout)

*All Items must be returned complete by their due date in the condition they were checked out in, or the user risks an hourly late fee and/or a damaged/replacement fee. Information about the Library's Fines and Fees can be found here. Patrons with long overdue items are also at risk of being blocked from checking out items from Tech&More.