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You can do a lot with a Mac laptop on its own, but with the right accessories, you can do a lot more, and better.
Whether it’s a Pro model or the Air, below is a list of 15 accessories that beautifully complement any Mac laptop to maximize its functionality and your productivity at home on a desk or out and about, like the Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac mouse, the Satechi USB-C hub, and the Mophie Powerstation Pro XL backup battery.
Logitech
The Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac offers the perfect balance of comfort, features, connectivity, and accuracy. It works on nearly every surface, even glass, and has a 70-day battery life on a single charge with the included USB-C cable. If you run out of juice, a single minute of charging will get you back to clicking for three hours. It connects to Mac laptops over Bluetooth, so there’s no dongle required. You can also quickly switch the connection between three different devices if you use a mouse with a tablet or another computer.
Apple
Some love the trackpad for swiping, clicking, and scrolling, and Apple’s built-in laptop trackpads are the best there is. The Magic Trackpad brings Apple’s legendary trackpad outside the confines of your laptop and on your desk, and it offers the same accuracy and functionality as the built-in trackpad.
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For $15 less than Apple’s Magic Keyboard, the Keychron K1 SE offers the satisfying mechanical keyboard experience that Apple’s keyboard can’t match. Unlike the usual chunky mechanical keyboard, the Keychron K1 SE has a slim profile, with sleek keycaps and slim-profile mechanical switches. It’s connects to Macs over Bluetooth, too.
Anker
Unlike the iPhone, Apple is still including chargers with its Mac laptops, which is nice. But the charger that comes with your laptop isn’t necessarily the best, or the fastest, especially if you have a MacBook Air. Anker’s 737 GanPrime charger can output up to 120W, and I found that it can charge an M2 MacBook Air at 100W compared to the 30W charger it comes with. The Anker 737 also has two USB-C ports and a single USB-A port to charge other devices, like a phone, tablet, earbuds, or smartwatch compared to the single USB-C port on Apple’s chargers.
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The Anker 643 USB-C to USB-C Cable 100W is an upgrade over the charging cable that came with your Mac for its premium soft-touch silicone look, durability, and color options. Anker claims it has a 25,000-bend lifespan, which I haven’t put to the test, but I can attest it’s tough after several encounters with my toddler.
Dell
You could go either way with monitors depending on your budget and what you need it for. This 27-inch Dell monitor with 4K resolution is a solid mid-ranger with mid-range pricing that complement’s you Mac’s display and premium vibes.
Amazon
A simple, inexpensive stand made of premium metal is an excellent way to keep your Mac laptop off your desk and raise the screen to make it more comfortable for your neck. It pairs beautifully with the Keychron K1 SE keyboard and Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac mouse I mentioned earlier.
Amazon
The Macally Vertical Laptop Stand is ideal if you don’t want to use its built-in monitor and use your own monitor on a desk. It keeps your Mac laptop on your desk without letting it occupy much space. The brackets are padded with soft anti-scratch padding, and they’re adjustable for Macs of different thicknesses.
Satechi
Satechi makes high-end accessories that compliment Mac laptops exceedingly well. The company has countless options of USB-C adapters with a variety of ports for different users and needs. A good and inexpensive starting point is the Slim Aluminum Type-C Multi-Port Adapter V2 that offers two USB-A ports, an HDMI port that supports 4K monitors up to 60 frames-per-second, microSD and SD card ports, and a USB-C Power Delivery port that delivers up to 60W of charging power. Just note that the adapter’s USB-C port doesn’t transfer data, but you can use the other USB-C port on your Mac laptop if you need to transfer data over USB-C.
Amazon
The Syntech USB C to USB Adapter offers an inexpensive and simple way to connect legacy devices that use USB-A cables to the modern USB-C ports on your Mac. Simple as that.
Mophie
The Mophie Powerstation Pro XL is a slim, lightweight backup battery pack for your laptop. Its 25,000mAh capacity means it holds a full charge for many laptops, and its 100W output means it’ll charge as quickly as most laptops allow. The Powerstation Pro XL has three USB-C ports so you can charge three devices at the same time.
Samsung
A large capacity external SSD expands your Mac’s storage capacity for a smaller price than Apple’s internal storage options. The T7 uses the fastest USB 3.2 Gen 2 standard for data transfer, which means it’ll feel like your files transfer to and from your Mac as quickly as your its built-in storage.
Apple
Apple’s AirPods Pro need no introduction, and the latest second-generation model is a significant bump over the originals in terms of sound quality and noise cancellation. They’re the ideal bridge between your Mac laptop and other Apple devices, like iPhones and iPads, as they seamlessly connect with each other and automatically switch the connection.
Sony
Recent Mac laptops like the M2 MacBook Air, 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro, and the M1 Pro MacBook Pro models were upgraded with 3.5mm headphone jacks that support high-impedance headphones that deliver more clarity than standard low-impedance headphones. That’s where the Sony MDR-7606 come in. These headphones are legendary classics that are used by professionals across any industry that involves audio for their incredible clarity and sublime sound quality for an unexpectedly affordable price.
Logitech
Owning these myself, I can’t recommend any other speaker system for the price. They sound incredible for their affordable price tag. The only unfortunate thing is that they’re wired and plug into your Mac’s headphone jack. If you’re adamant about keeping a wire-free desk setup, Logitech offers a Bluetooth adapter.