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There are so many iPhone accessories out there: iPhone gear for traveling, for charging, for protecting, and for streaming. Deciding what you need can be a chore, but we've tried them a lot out, so we can recommend you the best of the bunch. Below, we'll go over our favorite iPhone essentials.

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.

Apple Pay continues to grow in popularity as the contactless digital wallet offers great convenience to users. It allows them to make payments in stores and online without needing to have physical credit cards or cash on hand. Unfortunately, not all stores and sites allow the use of Apple Pay, and Walmart is one of those that do not.

It's not always obvious what stores take Apple Pay. So, does Aldi take Apple Pay? It does! Aldi will accept this secure method of payment whether you're checking out at a register or submitting an order online. 

Does Taco Bell accept Apple Pay? It does! Best of all, you can use Apple Pay in any of the three ways you can purchase from Taco Bell: in-store, at the drive-thru, and through the app. Here is how to use Apple Pay at Taco Bell.

Just in time for the holidays, check out iPhone Life's top picks for Mac Accessories, as featured in this year's edition of the Buyer's Guide. Don't miss out on the best Mac and MacBook gear of the year!

Are Apple AirPods worth it? As someone with a household already well stocked with headphones and earbuds, this was a tough question as I considered adding Apple's offering to the mix. The short answer: yes. Soon after getting the AirPods Pro 2, they became my daily drivers and I've all but forgotten all my other earbuds. Here's how to know if AirPods are worth it and who would benefit most from which model.

If you've ever spotted an extra charge from the App Store on your credit card statement and wondered where it came from, this tip may help. It's become more common for apps to have in-app purchases, even if the app itself is free. Let's learn how to prevent these charges from happening.

Back to school shopping for my kids is pretty different than it was during my own academic career. In my day, we’d select notebooks, folders, pencils, and pens. These days? Kids have a lot more options, to say the least! Smart supplies and tools are available for every part of the school day, from waking up in the morning, to lunchtime, to practices, to field trips, to hitting the hay at the end of the day.