By Nicholas Naioti
Calling all audiophiles and music enthusiasts alike! We've been testing out the best speakers on the market, both portable and hefty, to bring you a list of our absolute favs. We've narrowed it down to our top five speakers and sound systems that can either come with you on your next adventure or be the next staple in your home theater setup.
By Ashleigh Page
In today's WWDC 2021 keynote presentation, Apple announced upcoming features and software updates for AirPods and Apple Music that will focus on an overall improvement to your listening experience. For AirPods, Spatial Audio and beamforming reigned supreme, while Apple Music made some serious upgrades in audio quality—at no additional cost—through the incorporation of Lossless Audio tiers and Spatial Audio. We'll discuss these fun new updates, along with some very practical upgrades to AirPods, such as the ability to locate these tiny devices with the Find My app.
By Conner Carey
Apple Watch bands have different purposes. The Sport band is particularly perfect for exercising, while you might want a Milanese Loop for special events, and a double tour leather strap for day-to-day wear. Once you’ve acquired multiple bands, the question becomes, “where do I store these things?” Especially since each band is in two pieces, it would be easy to lose one. I’ve seen plenty of travel kits for Apple Watch, but the Monochest ($79.99) by Monowear is the first Apple Watch band holder I’ve encountered.
By Donna Schill
There are so many different possible elements to bring into a smart home setup, from lights, to thermostats, to home theater speakers and more. Here are some of the best HomeKit-compatible gadgets and appliances to incorporate into your smart home.
By Cullen Thomas
With a MacBook you've got a great laptop, and to go with it, you'll need great gear too: the best cases, bags, cameras, tablets, and desks. Here we've got eleven of the best Mac accessories so that you can outfit your Apple laptop in the way that it, and you, deserve.
The iPad is Apple's most versatile device, which makes adding accessories to your iPad setup even more fun. From stands, to cases, to keyboards, and more, we've been testing out the best iPad products and gear on the market. We've narrowed it down to our top five favorite accessories to upgrade your iPad game this season.
By Ashleigh Page
When it comes to cases and other accessories for your Apple AirTags and Apple AirPods, there is a wide range of third-party options in various styles and prices. Check out some of the best AirPods and AirTag gear.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
The new year is coming soon, and that means people are planning their resolutions, especially regarding health and fitness. Whether your health goal is to be more active, to be more relaxed, or to improve your vitals, there are gadgets out there that can help you. Here are five health and fitness gadgets to check out.
By Rachel Needell
There’s nothing more important than a first impression, which is one of the many reasons why a phone case is a crucial iPhone accessory. But there are a few other useful, protective, and downright stylish reasons to upgrade your phone case this fall! I’ve been testing out more than twenty cases, and I’ve put together a list of my top recommendations for iPhone cases this season.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
There are a huge variety of 3rd-party accessories available for any Apple device you might have, so finding those that are worth it can be a challenge, but we're here to help! In our Buyer's Guide we'll show you the products we feel are some of the best options in their categories. Here are our favorite Essential iPhone accessories.
By Donna Schill
The Apple Watch Series 7 isn’t the upgrade I’d been hoping for, but I bought it anyway. Let me explain. In spring of 2021, as Apple rumors began picking up, we saw renders of a completely redesigned smartwatch. It was going to have sleek flat edges reminiscent of the latest iPhones and iPads. It would house a blood glucose monitor, and, by some accounts, a sensor that measured stress levels. This was going to be a massive upgrade. But as September drew near, the forecast changed. Apple analysts broke it to us that we’d have to wait a whole year to see any of these upgrades!
By Cullen Thomas
This year, be sure to upgrade your MacBook and iPad accessory game with these awesome gadgets and tech. Docks, risers, and stands can improve your laptop experience by a long shot, and it may be worth it to you to invest in some of these products now to avoid a pain in the neck later!
Prime Day is back on its normal schedule this year, following in the wake of the 4th of July sales. It's an exciting time for techies and deal-hunters, and if you're an Apple fan, there are already some enticing early Prime Day Apple deals up for grabs right now. Whether or not it's worth shopping the early Prime Day deals or if it's better to wait until the sale officially lands on July 12 remains an open question, but it never hurts to look. Below, we've rounded up the best early Prime Day Apple deals you can shop today, along with some insight as to whether now's a good time to buy.
With Prime Day in full swing, we've checked out all the best Prime Day Apple Watch deals so you can save big on one of the best smartwatches around. With so much to consider before buying one, as well as different deals to check out, we've narrowed things down to the very highlights. We've also looked at what you need to know about each Apple Watch model so you know exactly what to do when diving into the Prime Day Apple Watch deals.
If you've been looking for the best Prime Day AirPods deals, you've come to the right place. We've rounded up all the best Prime Day deals and taken a look at why each type of AirPods is worth your time. If you know AirPods are for you to enrich your day, read on while we take you through the Prime Day AirPods deals going on right now.
By Olena Kagui
The iPhone 13 lineup boasts some of the best smartphone cameras on the market with the new Cinematic Mode and Macro capabilities. However, you can get even better results with the help of third-party lenses, filters, and rigs. I’ll even throw in a waterproof case and portable charger to capture videos and photos from anywhere for as long as you want!
By Nicholas Naioti
With summer comes the opportunity for campouts, road trips, barbecues, and hikes. Sometimes the simple act of investing in a small bit of gear can be a motivator to get out and appreciate the natural beauty around us. From creative portable lighting to the best ways to keep cool in the summer heat, here is a well-rounded list of new tech to enhance your next road trip or campout.
By David Averbach
In 2020 Apple introduced MagSafe technology into its line of iPhones. MagSafe is a ring of magnets inside the iPhone that allows you to magnetically connect your iPhone to accessories. MagSafe also allows you to charge your iPhone wirelessly with compatible docks and chargers.
By Nicholas Naioti
In October of 2021, Apple unveiled the new HomePod mini, a thoughtful update on the cult favorite HomePod (which is now discontinued). But how does the HomePod mini stack up to the competition at the same price point? I’ll break down the advantages and drawbacks of the HomePod mini compared to the Google Nest Audio and the fourth-generation Amazon Echo.
By Olena Kagui
Summer is here, and we are all so excited to spend more time outside. Although the sun can be fun, getting too hot is not. Luckily, there is gear out there that can help cool you down so you can spend less time sweating while you live your best life.
