Your Apple laptop, be it a MacBook Pro or a MacBook Air, powered by old-school Intel or the brand-new Apple M1 silicon, makes you a productivity monster on its own, but you need some supplementary hardware to really maximize its potential.
We have compiled a selection of MacBook accessory alternatives that will help you save time and keep you from getting frustrated.
Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac
Comfort, functionality, connectivity, and pinpoint precision all come together in the Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac. It has two months battery capacity on a full charge with the accompanying USB-C cable and can be used on virtually any surface, even glass.
There is no need for a cable because it pairs wirelessly with Macbooks over Bluetooth. If you’re using a mouse with an ipad or another laptop, you may easily swap between three distinct devices.
Nonda USB-C to USB Adapter
The Thunderbolt 3 connections on newer MacBooks have many advantages, however they don’t work with older USB devices like thumb drives, except if you invest in a converter.
The aluminum-alloy shell of this adapter in Space Gray is a nice cosmetic fit for newer Macs, and it supports speeds of up to 5Gbps. Unless you’ve managed to replace every USB Type-A item you own with a USB-C equivalent, inexpensive converters like these are essential equipment.
Bestand Aluminum Laptop Stand
If you want to keep your Mac laptop off the desk and lift the screen to make it more comfortable for your neck, a basic, inexpensive stand made of premium metal is an ideal method to do so.
RAVPower PD Pioneer
Have you ever needed to complete an essential task on your MacBook while on the road, only to discover that your battery was nearly empty and there were no nearby power outlets? After the first occurrence, you’ll know to always have a USB-C portable battery pack with you, such as the RAVPower PD Pioneer 20,000mAh 60-Watt Portable Power adapter ($53.99).
This gadget allows you to charge your laptop and smartphone simultaneously thanks to its combination of a Power Delivery (PD) port and a QuickCharge (QC) port. A 13-inch MacBook Pro can reach 60% battery life in under an hour thanks to its 60-watt power delivery (PD) output, making it just as fast as the original charger.
Satechi Slim Aluminum Type-C Multi-Port Adapter V2
Satechi produces high-end accessories that go wonderfully with Mac notebooks. Many various USB-C adapters with many different ports are available from the manufacturer. The Slim Aluminum Type-C Multi-Port Adapter V2 is a cheap but functional option, as it has two USB-A ports, an HDMI port that is compatible with 4K monitors at 60 frames per second, microSD and SD card ports, and a USB-C Power Delivery port that can supply up to 60W of charging power.
Be aware that the adapter’s USB-C port does not support data transfer; however, the other USB-C port on your Mac laptop can be used for this purpose.
Mophie Powerstation Pro XL
Slim and compact, the Mophie Powerstation Pro XL is a laptop battery backup system. With a 100W output and a 25,000mAh capacity, it can charge notebooks as quickly as their power supplies would allow. You can simultaneously charge three USB-C devices with the Powerstation Pro XL’s three USB-C charging ports.
