Once again, Macs are some of the most powerful laptops going, with the new Apple M1 Pro and Max chips boasting unparalleled levels of computing power. The new MacBook Pros are, surely, going to be some of the most popular laptops around for professionals, with the MacBook Air bringing up the rear as an unbeatable pick for consumer-level users.
But, let’s be honest, no Mac is complete on its own. That’s why Apple make so many cool Mac accessories for use with their devices, to really bring out the best in your devices.
So, with that in mind, here are our top 7 best Mac accessories for all the Apple fans out there.
1. Apple AirPods
If you haven’t seen AirPods before, you haven’t been paying attention. The ubiquitous wireless headphones are one of Apple’s most popular accessories for iPhone users, but they can also connect to a Mac.
Even better, Apple have a whole range of AirPods for all kinds of users. Basic listeners can opt for the basic AirPods, the third generation of which was just announced at Apple’s October event. More advanced users and hardcore music fans can go for the pricier AirPods Pro, which have a few extra features — like active noise cancelling — to make the price tag worth it.
But if you really want to push the boat out, get Apple’s AirPods Max. Pricy, but they look and sound beautiful.
And if you want to know how to pair AirPods Pro to MacBook, check this out.
2. Apple Watch Series 7
Pop quiz: what’s the most annoying part of using your Mac. Signing in, right? Sure, sure, if your Mac has a fingerprint scanner, it can be pretty quick and easy to get into your account.
But what if it could be even easier?
The Apple Watch Series 7, so long as it’s on your wrist and unlocked, will let you easily skip the sign-in screen and get right to all that Mac goodness. No futzing around with passwords and fingerprints.
3. A Portable Rechargeable Battery
Apple’s MacBooks last a looooong time. Especially the new M1-equipped devices, which can go for a double digit number of hours before they need a recharge.
But sometimes, even that isn’t enough. For those situations, the tech industry has blessed us with portable rechargeable batteries. These little miracles can hold multiple tens of thousands of mAh (for reference, your iPhone probably has around 2800 mAh), which can keep you juiced up and ready to work for hours upon hours upon hours.
That’s why they’re one of the best Mac accessories you can get.
4. A Thunderbolt Dock
One of Apple’s more courageous recent moves (one that was rolled back in the recently announced MacBook Pros) was condensing all the various ports down to a few thunderbolt-enabled USB-C ports.
That might sound like those of us who want to use an HDMI port or an SD card are out of luck, but worry not. Thunderbolt ports can handle a truly ridiculous amount of data, which means you can plug a dock (with all sorts of ports on it) into one of those ports and do whatever you like.
HDMI? Use the dock. SD cards? Use the dock. A million different USB-A devices? The dock’s right there, pal. It’s one of the most important accessories you can get.
5. A Privacy Screen
Remember old-fashioned laptops? How the screen would turn all blue and illegible if you looked at it from the wrong angle? Turns out that actually had its advantages.
For example, say you’re doing some online banking in a cafe. You’d rather not have other coffee-sippers looking at your passwords over your shoulder, right? That’s where a privacy screen comes in.
Basically, it’s a little layer of glass or film that you lay atop your MacBook screen. Because you’re looking straight at it, it looks totally fine, but anyone glancing from a weird angle will just see blackness. Excellent for stuff you want to keep hidden.
6. AirBar Touchscreen Sensor
One of people’s (few) complaints with the MacBook is its lack of a touchscreen. Well, you may cry, just buy an iPad instead!
Well, sure, that’s a great idea, but for those who need a Mac and still want a touchscreen, there’s a Mac accessory with the solution. The AirBar plugs into your Mac’s USB port and converts your screen into, well, a touchscreen. Very useful for all the budding artists out there, and also very useful for anyone who would just rather jab a finger into their screen than use the trackpad.
7. A Nice Laptop Bag
Last but not least, your shiny new MacBook needs a stylish mode of transportation. That’s why you should invest in a nice carry bag from the likes of Native Union, Incase, Apple, or Nomad. These bag designers offer stylish, protective, and durable ways to tote your MacBook from place to place.
Some of these bags even come equipped with other Mac Accessories built in. Remember those portable batteries from earlier? You can get bags with those built in, or with slots specially built to let you incorporate your own battery.
Plus, they come in all kinds of materials. Leather, fabric, whatever you could possibly want is readily available and very stylish.
So what are you waiting for, get out there and grab a bag!
The Best Mac Accessories for Every User
So whoever you are, here are some of the best Mac accessories you could possibly pick up. Whether you want a touchscreen, a battery that lasts multiple days, or just a great pair of headphones, there’s a manufacturer out there that makes a product that will suit your needs.
They might even be Apple itself!
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