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These Are The Best 2024 iPad Pro and iPad Air Cases You Can Buy Today

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I always say – leave the hardware to Apple and the accessories to third-party companies. Apple makes some great gadgets, but their accessories leave you wanting for more – whether it’s the breakable charging cables, the substandard MagSafe wallet for the iPhone, the FineWoven cases and straps that apparently look terrible after just weeks of use, or the iPad accessories that are a little too basic and overpriced. If you’re spending big bucks on a cutting-edge tablet, you deserve a great case that lets you use your iPad to the best of its abilities – that means A. being able to position/orient your iPad however you see fit, and B. having a built-in keyboard that lets you use your tablet to do everything from composing mails to running your business. ESR’s Magnetic Cases for the new iPad Pro and the iPad Air let you do just that, leveraging the tablet’s powerful M4 chipset (or the M2 for the Air) and its capabilities to the best possible limit. ESR’s Shift and Rebound cases are everything your iPad needs to function as a wonderful primary or secondary device. The Shift Magnetic Case lets you use your iPad as a powerful tablet, with the ability to dock your device at multiple angles, or even elevate it to eye-level thanks to a series of hidden magnets. The $98 Rebound Magnetic Keyboard Case 360, on the other hand, turns your iPad into a laptop for practically less than 1/3rd the price of Apple’s $349 Magic Keyboard. With a friction hinge and a built-in keyboard, the Rebound gives you a makeshift laptop that operates in both landscape and portrait modes.

Designer: ESR Team

Click Here to Buy Shift Magnetic Case: $48.59 $61.99 and Rebound Magnetic Case: $98.99 $119.99 (Use coupon code “YANKOIPAD10” to get an additional 10% off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!

Shift Magnetic Case

If you’re just looking for a hands-down great folio case for the iPad, the Shift Magnetic Case is an absolute no-brainer. Made from vegan leather, the case sports a microfiber inner that protects your iPad from scratches and bumps. Open the case and you can use it as is, or dock it in up to 9 separate angles thanks to the presence of not one, but two kickstands. An upper kickstand lets you dock your iPad Pro or Air at a lower incline, giving you an almost tablet PC-style experience that’s perfect for sketching, note-taking, editing, and doodling. A lower kickstand, however, props your iPad at a steeper incline, turning it into a front-facing screen for taking meetings, watching content, attending conference calls, or just using alongside your regular machine as a secondary screen. Ridges on the back of the folio cover let you adjust angles, giving you the ability to fine-tune your iPad’s placement to match your gaze. You can store your Apple Pencil in the Shift Magnetic Case either by snapping it to the side of your iPad (in the charging position), or tuck it into a bespoke pouch at the back.

Shift Magnetic Case

The word Magnetic plays a key role in the Shift’s design, since it doesn’t attach physically around your iPad the way regular wraparound cases do. Instead, it comes with a magnetic backplate that lets you affix your iPad to the case in a matter of seconds, snapping it in place. This clever feature isn’t just for overall convenience, because the Shift Magnetic Case lets you attach your iPad to the case even in portrait mode, giving you a portrait stand in a way other stand cases for the iPad don’t. Moreover, you can magnetically attach your iPad at a height too, giving you a tablet case that’s more at an eye-level.

Rebound Magnetic Keyboard Case 360

For someone who finds the iPad experience incomplete without a companion keyboard, the Rebound Magnetic Keyboard Case 360 lets you quite literally take a rebound from your existing laptop! MUCH more affordable than Apple’s own Magic Keyboard Case for the iPad Pro and Air, the Rebound Magnetic Case comes with a friction hinge that lets you adjust your iPad at any angle, while lifting it off the tabletop surface for better visibility. The case also packs a wireless keyboard that has a backlight like the one on Apple’s own Magic Keyboard for the iPad, along with a trackpad that quite literally brings the laptop experience to your portable tablet. Much like its sibling the Shift, the Rebound Magnetic Case boasts that satisfying magnetic attachment too, allowing you to snap your iPad in place both horizontally or vertically, depending on what you’re using the iPad for.

The Shift and Rebound Magnetic Cases are compatible with all 2024 iPad Air (M2) and Pro (M4) devices. That means they come in 2 sizes (for 11 and 13-inch models), and are designed to protect and elevate (both literally and metaphorically) your iPad experience to greater heights! The Shift Magnetic Case comes in 6 colors and starts at a price of $48.59, while the Rebound Magnetic Case offers 7 colors, has a 500mAh battery that runs the keyboard for up to 3 months, and is priced at $98.99.

Click Here to Buy Shift Magnetic Case: $48.59 $61.99 and Rebound Magnetic Case: $98.99 $119.99 (Use coupon code “YANKOIPAD10” to get an additional 10% off). Hurry, deal ends in 48-hours!

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Airpods charger cover brings you the Nintendo Gameboy feels

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When we use chargers for our devices, we usually just go for the ones that come with said device and don’t really think about other accessories to go with it. That’s because they’re almost always used exclusively for one purpose only: to juice up our smartphone, tablet, and other accessories. But who says you can’t have fun with it right? If you’re into the whole retro is cool again thing, then this new wrap for a charger from elago may be the one for you.

Designer: elago

Elago has been bringing their nostalgic accessories a-game as we’ve seen some Nintendo-inspired designs from them this year. The newest one that they’re releasing is a Game Boy cover for your Airpods charger. Basically, the “wrap” will turn your charger into the coolest thing ever, at least for those who can recognize the now-classic Game Boy design. It’s similar to the MagSafe wallet that they recently announced as well.

The wrap is compatible for the Apple 35W Dual USB-C Power Adapter that powers up your Airpods. It basically looks like the Game Boy interface with the face buttons, D-Pad, and other elements that you’re used to seeing in the Nintendo device. Of course these don’t have any function except to be nostalgic aesthetic. It uses soft silicone material and has a larger cutout around the dual USB-C jacks so it can be used with any cable thickness.

It is a pretty cute addition to your charger and aside from looking cool, it is also able to protect it from scratches, bumps, drops, dirt, and oils because of the material. It is available in Light Grey, Black, and Sand Pink and costs only around $15.

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These all-in-one portable wireless chargers can juice your phone, earbuds, and watch, and they’re on sale

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Remember the AirPower mat that Apple announced in 2017 but never produced? Well, MOMAX went two steps further and designed TWO wireless chargers that are also portable, allowing you to charge all your devices on the go without worrying about cables, ports, and sockets. The Airbox and Airbox Go remain two of my most highly recommended portable charging solutions. They’re MFI-certified, portable, and can charge at least 3 of your most common EDC tech gear like your phone, earbuds, and watch. The Airbox has a slot for charging your 2nd Gen Apple Pencil too!

Designer: MOMAX

Airbox

The Airbox and Airbox Go cater to two niches within the same category, but I could totally see them having different audiences. The former is roughly the size of a spectacle case, and opens up to reveal storage spots and charging zones for your phone, Apple Watch, AirPods (2nd Gen), and Apple Pencil (2nd Gen). The charging zone for your phone comes with a neat non-slip mat, and the coil underneath supplies your smartphone with 10W of power, fast-charging it so you can make the most of your day instead of leaving your phone on a charger. The Airbox works as a case more than just a charger, letting you easily carry your tech around with you in a single cohesive unit that’s easy to slide right into your laptop bag while shuttling between work and home, and placing on your desk as you work. The foldable 5-in-1 charging station also comes with a 20W USB-C port that lets you plug other devices like your Nintendo Switch, iPad, headphones, or any other gadget that doesn’t charge wirelessly, and a whopping 10,000mAh battery provides more than enough juice for all your devices through the day and even beyond.

Click Here to Buy Now: $77 $119 (10% off with voucher and an additional 10% off with coupon code “YANKO10OFF”). Hurry, deal ends in 48 hours.

Airbox Go

The Airbox Go is smaller but still manages to pack a big punch with its internal 10,000mAh battery. It doesn’t store your gear like its predecessor, apart from a flip-top lid that lets you stash your AirPods inside it. It does make uo for it in other ways, notably by also including a MagSafe feature that lets you snap your iPhone to it to charge it while at your desk or on the go. There’s a flip-out Apple Watch charger that lets you charge it with the straps on (unlike the Airbox that would only allow you to charge your Watch after removing the straps), providing a 5W output for your watch, while the MagSafe phone charging zone supplies an upgraded 15W of power. The Airbox Go sports a USB-C on the side too, allowing you to juice other devices with a 20W output so you can simultaneously fast-charge up to two smartphones at once.

Click Here to Buy Now: $115 $199 ($20 off with voucher and an additional 10% off with coupon code “YANKO10OFF”). Hurry, deal ends in 48 hours.

The Airbox and Airbox Go notably offer something even Apple couldn’t – the ability to charge all your devices simultaneously with one single gadget. While Apple couldn’t deliver on the AirPower mat, they did give both the Airbox and Airbox Go their MFI (Made for iPhone) certification, which means you can rest assured that Momax used the best quality parts and components for their offerings. The Airbox Go gets an extra win in my book for its unique design that feels futuristic yet somewhat playful, with its liberal use of curves, textures, and metallic/glossy finishes. Both the Airbox and Airbox Go are on sale now, with discounts up to 36%. The sale lasts till January 15th, so grab the deal while it’s still hot!

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This wireless charger for your iPhone, Watch, and AirPods is the last tech accessory you’ll need

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The AirBox Go may appear like any other portable charger, but this one’s just built different. Designed with the ability to not just charge your phone but also juice your Apple Watch and AirPods, the AirBox Go’s multifaceted design makes charging on the go simple and cable-free.

The MFi-certified 3-in-1 power bank’s design is something you’ll instantly recognize against a sea of other power banks. Unlike others that look like mere bricks of black or metallic silver, this one comes with a unique rounded shape, geometric details, and a textured lid that reveals a hidden compartment underneath. The design is refreshing to look at, but it isn’t just aesthetic for the sake of it – the form has an underlying function.

Designer: Momax

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Visually, the AirBox Go’s multiple parts serve their own purposes. The two circular details on the top act as wireless charging zones – the smaller one for the Apple Watch, and the larger for any smartphone with wireless charging abilities, although its built-in MagSafe detail makes it better suited for the iPhone. The textured lid around the two charging zones opens to reveal a tiny hatch underneath for storing an AirPods case, with a third wireless charging coil built in to charge your AirPods too.

Made for Apple Watch – Separate 5W Fast Charging.

AirPods Storage – Store and charge AirPods.

10,000 mAh Battery – Pack lighter and go further.

The AirBox Go comes with a staggering 10,000mAh battery that allows you to charge your devices multiple times on a single charge, giving it a distinct edge over other wireless power banks. The MagSafe charger has a 15W output, working just as fast as a charging cable to rapidly juice your iPhone. A USB-C port built into the AirBox Go outputs 20W for charging other devices like an iPad, headphones, Nintendo Switch, drone, etc.

Regardless of what tech gadgets you plug into it, the AirBox Go comes with multiple hardware protocols and failsafes to protect against surges, overcharging, overloading, or over-discharging. The AirBox Go is both MFM(Made for MagSafe) and MFi(Made for Apple Watch) certified, with original Apple components used in its construction. It’s lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry around, and if you’re an avid traveler, you’ll be happy to know that the AirBox Go is airport-safe and TSA-approved too!

Click Here to Buy Now: $134.99 $199.99 ($25 off with voucher and an additional 20% off with coupon code “YANKO20OFF”). Hurry, deal ends in 24 hours.

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These Apple AirTag metal carabiners offer some peace of mind when you lose things

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All of us have lost something at one point in time or another, whether it’s something as trivial as an umbrella or a critical possession like a briefcase. Some might have even been unlucky enough to get their stuff stolen during unguarded moments. These moments always cause stress and feelings of despair, especially if it involves important or expensive items. Thankfully, technology has come to the rescue with trackers and tags that can help you locate those lost items, such as Apple’s simple yet powerful AirTags. The AirTags themselves can be pretty plain, perhaps even too plain, so these precision metal work carabiners try to give it a little more personality while also keeping your property safe and always within reach, even when they’re lost.

Designer: Saegusa Design

Click Here to Buy Now: $90 $120 (25% off at checkout). Hurry, deal ends Sept 9th.

In Stainless Steel

Item trackers have been around long before Apple launched its AirTag, but, as usual, the Cupertino-based company added a few twists that made it special. In addition to a new disc shape that contrasted with the predominant square design, Apple utilized a new kind of network that doesn’t rely only on short-range Bluetooth to find items. Unfortunately, the AirTag’s very design didn’t make it ideal for attaching to many things, which gave birth to a market of loops and holders for the tracker.

In Brass

Apple’s official AirTag accessories opted to use leather to give the coin-shaped accessory a classier appearance, but that isn’t the only material you can use to upgrade the tracker’s design. A carabiner, for example, can offer better protection for the tracker and a more secure attachment to any object. It can also be made to look attractive despite its often rugged appearance, as clearly demonstrated by these metal carabiners especially crafted for the Apple AirTag.

Unlike typical metal carabiners, these AirTag carabiners aren’t made from melted metal poured into casting. Instead, each part is precision made from solid metal, carefully crafted by hand to produce a more solid and more durable product. Given those conditions, each item might have slight variations, resulting in something that is like a unique edition per piece.

In Duralumin

The carabiners are made from high-quality materials and are available in three variants. The most interesting is the Duralumin version which uses a widely-used material that might be unfamiliar to many ears. This composite alloy that contains other metals like aluminum, copper, magnesium, and others is often used on aircraft, spaceships, and boats because of its durable and lightweight properties. It also means that this carabiner will easily survive a dip in the water or a flight on a plane.

There’s also a Brass carabiner that develops a more personal relationship with the owner. The untreated surface will develop a unique patina over time, aging gracefully and beautifully. The Stainless Steel version is simple and understated, offering an accessory that can keep up with your active lifestyle outdoors. Whether it’s Duralumin, Brass, or Stainless Steel, these carabiners will give you some reassurance that you’ll be able to locate your lost property again while also looking good hanging off your bag or key chain.

Click Here to Buy Now: $90 $120 (25% off at checkout). Hurry, deal ends Sept 9th.

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SANDMARC unveils a series of stunning leather cases + accessories for all your Apple devices

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The company behind some of the most high-quality universal camera lenses for smartphones has now revealed the ‘Leather Collection for Apple’.

Designed in California, SANDMARC’s Leather Collection spans every portable Apple gadget you could possibly think of, from the MacBook down to the diminutive yet impressive AirTag. The range spans everything from folios/carrying cases, sleeves, protective covers, and even watch bands.

Designer: SANDMARC

Click Here to Buy Now: $29.99 onwards. Hurry, for a limited time only.

All of SANDMARC’s leather accessories are made from premium full-grain leather and are available in brown or black colors. The cases and sleeves come with a microfiber-lined inner, protecting your device from scratches. Naturally, the leather patinas over time, giving your device a uniquely personal aesthetic that only gets better and better with time!

MacBook Carrying Case. Features a hidden zipped compartment at the front of the bag to store a MacBook charger, mouse, accessories and more.

MacBook Sleeve. Designed from the finest qualities of full-grain leather offering durability and a rich patina that develops with age.

Apple Watch Band. A minimal adapter (connector) that integrates seamlessly with the Apple Watch.

AirTag Key Chain. Give your AirTag a layer of protection that conceals them with a tight fit.

AirPods Case. Crafted from full-grain Leather, an included wrist-strap, a charging indicator and compatible with their AirTag Leather keychain.

Sandmarc’s collection followed 9 full months of research, obsessing over different materials and iterations. Their new collection now takes Apple’s own leather accessory range, expanding it further to also include a sleeve for both the 14 and 16-inch MacBook as well as a folio bag to carry your belongings in. Moreover, SANDMARC’s own iPhone case also comes with a MagSafe-compatible design, premium metal power and volume buttons, and also features a gorgeous internally-threaded aluminum camera rig that allows you to mount any of SANDMARC’s camera lenses.

Click Here to Buy Now: $29.99 onwards. Hurry, for a limited time only.

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These Apple Watch cases offer shockproof protection and a bumper to keep your watch safe

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Colors is a line of new Apple Watch protective cases from SwitchEasy that comes in four different colors so users can give their Apple Watches completely new looks.

While most of us can’t purchase a new smartphone every time we get bored of the one we have, getting a new case for it sometimes does the trick. The same could be true for Apple Watches. Plenty of people turn to new watch bands to give their Apple Watches a proper makeover and now there’s a line of Apple Watch Protective Cases called Colors that switch up your Apple Watch style so you can keep it exciting.

Designer: SwitchEasy

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Colors, a protective case design for Apple Watches from SwitchEasy, comes with four different cases and colors. Available in black, abyss blue, starlight, and army green, each one of the different colors has its own energy and gives your Apple Watch a whole new personality.

Each case is compatible with the Apple Watch strap lock design and comes with screen-raised-edges to ensure total, shockproof protection. The cases are also easy to strap into place. Following a similar assembly method to traditional iPhone cases, users just slide their bare Apple Watch into the Colors case and it locks into place.

Considering all of the available colors, when combined with Apple Watch bands, new color schemes can give your Apple Watch a completely new look. In addition to its easy installation process, the Apple Watch cases from SwitchEasy are compatible with charging and Apple’s Health app, which means you can take blood and oxygen levels and charge your Apple Watch without changing your routine.

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Modular power bank concept uses a series of wireless snap-on battery ‘bookmarks’ to give your phone 30 hours of charge

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Battery Pods is a smartphone charging system comprised of a smartphone charging case and magnetic battery strips to supply your smartphone with 1400mAh worth of charge.

Everyone needs a charger, but no one wants to carry one around. Battery packs are bulkier than your smartphone and wire chargers depend on an outlet to actually work. So the question of how our phones will get battery remains. PS Design Studio, known for conceptualizing smartphone accessories, tried their hand at a solution with Battery Pods, magnetic battery strips that charge your phone by attaching to an accompanying phone case.

Similar to the battery pack of Airpods, Battery Pods come in a convenient carrying case that charges on the go. Complete with seven battery strips, each Battery Pod comes with enough battery to keep your phone charged throughout the day.

To get your smartphone all charged up, Battery Pods comes with a removable phone case that latches onto your phone and leaves a landing strip where the battery packs can magnetically attach. Once the stirp to attached to the phone case, users can charge their smartphones on the go.

Each battery strip comes stocked with 1200 mAh, which, on a full charge, typically gives you 6-7 hours of phone usage time. The actual charging phone case comes with 3000 mAh worth of charge, giving you up to 30 hours’ worth of phone usage.

Conceptualized in an array of different colors, each battery strip keeps a color of its own, making it easier for users to decipher which battery strips have been used and which could still supply some charge.

Designer: PS Design

Seven magnetic battery strips fill the Battery Pods’ charging basin.

An accompanying phone case leaves a landing strip where the magnetic batteries can attach.

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The Top 10 Apple accessories with exciting Black Friday deals to save big this holiday season!

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Since its foundation in 1976, Apple has been always been at the peak of modern innovation! And let’s take a moment to appreciate all the awesome products and inspiration Apple has provided us with. The groundbreaking tech giant never fails to surprise us, we always find ourselves biting our nails and squirming with curiosity, whenever Apple announces a new product launch! Needless to say, we all have our favorite Apple products, and although they are pretty amazing as is, it’s always fun to amp them up further with some cool and innovative accessories. And what better day to purchase these accessories than Black Friday?! Our favorite brands have some mind-blowing Black Friday deals on our favorite Apple accessories! And, we’ve curated the best of the lot for you. Happy shopping!

1. Twelve South’s HoverBar Duo

More versatile than a stand or a tripod, the HoverBar Duo for the iPad and iPhone is better described by the things that it’s capable of… and it’s capable of quite a lot! Simply put, the HoverBar Duo holds your iPad or iPhone wherever you want it, and in any orientation you need. The multi-hinge arm is infinitely adjustable (sort of like the lamp on a dentist’s chair), and the choice between a flat-base and a clamp-base gives the HoverBar Duo the ability to be placed practically anywhere – on a table or a kitchen counter, or even suspended from a shelf or a rod. A universal clip allows the HoverBar Duo to hold onto a wide variety of devices, including older and later models of the iPad as well as all generations of the iPhone. Twelve South has an amazing Black Friday Deal on it! The HoverbarDuo was originally priced at $79.99, but you can now grab it for $59.99!

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2. Twelve South’s PlugBug Duo

Built by the true geniuses at Twelve South, the PlugBug Duo simply connects to your MacBook Charger, supplying power to it while also giving you two extra USB ports to plug other devices/cables into it. The red adapter is compliant with all MacBook chargers and even works as a travel adapter, allowing you to use your MacBook charger with international sockets. It comes with 5 different snap-on plugins that let you plug your MacBook into any international socket you may be subjected to. Besides giving your MacBook charger international compatibility, the PlugBug Duo’s two USBs are heaven-sent, since they let you run your MacBook as well as power your iPhone and iPad simultaneously. Twelve South has an amazing Black Friday Deal on it! The PlugBug Duo was originally priced at $59.99, but you can now grab it for $35.99!

Click Here to Buy Now: $35.99

3. Moment iPhone 13 Starter Kit – Two Lenses

Moment’s iPhone 13 Starter Kit is perfect for those photography lovers who don’t know where to start! The kit contains two of Moment’s bestselling lenses, a phone case with a mounting system, and a lens pen. Everything you need to click the ultimate pictures on your smartphone is included in this nifty little kit. And, Moment has an amazing Black Friday deal on it! You can now purchase the kit for $114.94 instead of $154.94.

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4. Elago Snapshot Case

Elago Snapshot Apple AirPods Case with AirTag

The Snapshot case for the AirPods Pro comes with a camera-shaped design that neatly houses an AirTag inside the faux camera lens. Aside from looking like a tiny little point-and-shoot, the Snapshot protects your AirPods Pro from physical damage as well as theft. The all-silicone design helps absorb shock, while still enabling wireless charging… and the fact that you’ve now got an AirTag strapped to your AirPods Pro makes it really easy to use the Find My feature to track the exact location of your earphones. You can celebrate Thanksgiving with Elago, by using the code TURKEY21 for 20% off on this cool case!

Click Here to Buy Now: $12.99

5. Twelve South PowerPic mod Wireless Charger

Designed to look like a slick lucite photo frame, Twelve South’s PowerPic mod has a way of being useful at all times – either as a tabletop or bedside decor or as a gadget that charges your smartphone… because under the photo and the lucite frame sits a Qi-compatible 10W wireless charging module. The concept of a photo-frame wireless charger isn’t entirely new. In fact, the original PowerPic was just that… although it came with a much thicker frame (or bezel if that’s what you want to call it). Although just like tech companies strive to make bezels smaller each year, the PowerPic mod focuses on going absolutely bezel-less, with a clean, minimalist design that still lets you mount photos and charge your phone. And, Twelve South has an amazing deal on it! The PowerPic mod was originally priced at $59.99, but you can now grab it for $47.99!

Click Here to Buy Now: $47.99

6. Twelve South Compass Pro

Twelve South’s Compass Pro is the easel your iPad needs! They launched a redesigned version of the Compass Pro, which basically functions as an all-metal fold stand that can hold and support your iPad at three different angles. You can use the versatile gadget as a hands-free display stand, a typing or sketching wedge, and an interactive desktop. Also, Twelve South has an amazing Black Friday deal on it! The Compass Pro was originally priced at $59.99, but you can now grab it for $49.99!

Click Here to Buy Now: $49.99

7. Elago Apple Pencil Cover

Designed to evoke a sense of nostalgia, elago’s Apple Pencil (2nd Gen) covers come with that familiar hexagonal pencil aesthetic, complete with the rubber tip at the back. Slip them onto your Pencil and apart from giving you a blast from the past, the covers enhance your grip, thanks to the silicone construction, and protect your hardware from accidental drops and scratches. Moreover, the cover is compatible with the iPad Pro and even supports charging the Pencil by magnetically attaching it to the side of your tablet! You can celebrate Thanksgiving with Elago, by using the code TURKEY21 for 20% off on this cool Pencil cover!

Click Here to Buy Now: $11.99

8. Twelve South ActionBand

The ActionBand is a new sweatband with a frame for your Apple Watch so you can work out and track your activities while keeping the sweat from loosening your grip! The ActionBand is essentially a sweatband with a carved-out frame to hold your Apple Watch, allowing you to sweat all day without loosening your grip. Sold in pairs, Twelve South sends each customer one ActionBand with a secure Apple Watch frame and one normal sweatband to wrap around your watch-free wrist. Providing full access to the Apple Watch’s Digital Crown and Side Button, users will have full control over their watches. And, Twelve South has an amazing deal on it! The ActionBand was originally priced at $29.99, but you can now grab it for $24.99!

Click Here to Buy Now: $24.99

9. Elago Wristfit

At the time of their release, the Airpods were criticized for being too ‘easy to lose’. This spawned a wide variety of products like the Elago Airpods strap that helped you secure your expensive earpieces in place, eliminating the danger of losing them. The Wristfit is another such ‘sensible’ product that simply gives you the ability to dock your Airpods on your Apple Watch. Keeping them in a place that’s easy to access, the Wristfit secures the Watch around your wrist, and the Airpods right on the strap like a sort of holster for your earphones. Push them right in when you’re not using them and you won’t have to worry about them at all. It also means you don’t have to carry around their dental-floss-box-shaped carrying case either! You can celebrate Thanksgiving with Elago, by using the code TURKEY21 for 20% off on The Wristfit!

Click Here to Buy Now: $8.99

10. Twelve South AirBag for AirPods

Twelve South’s AirBag is crafted from genuine leather and is the perfect micro-mini bag to store and carry your AirPods. The vintage-style bag protects your precious AirPods at all times. You can carry it over your shoulders, around your neck, or replace the strap with a leather top handle. Twelve South has an exciting Black Friday deal on this super cute bag. You can now purchase it for $19.99, instead of the original $24.99!

Click Here to Buy Now: $19.99

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The MacBook Pro Touch Bar gets a second life as this portable, Apple-inspired accessory

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The innovative new MacBook Pro models released this year have dropped the infamous Touch Bar in favor of a row of physical function keys. A designer impressed with the idea of the relieved Touch Bar has envisioned the Magic Bar, which is dubbed the first portable Touch Bar. It is conceived with the intention to bring the convenience of a touch-sensitive toolbar to the magic keyboard or even be fastened to the iPhone!

The Touch Bar was introduced on the MacBook Pros back in 2016 and allowed one to use gestures such as swipe, slide and tap to adjust settings, to do quick tasks within apps or even release commands over Siri. The range of options were plenty but the tactile function key appreciators never really valued the idea. Apple stretched on with it for over four years, before giving up its obsessiveness and succumbing to consumer demand. The removal of the Touch Bar from the 2021 MacBook Pro is done therefore to satiate the users who fancy the full-size, physical function keys.

The multi-touch toolbar may be found its way out of the company’s premium laptop lineup, but it still remains a fascination for designers. Extending the Cupertino company’s idea of selling various accessories separate from the primary product, a designer has introduced us to the idea of a Magic Bar, which is nothing but a portable Touch Bar that can be used externally with any Apple (presumably) peripheral. As the renders suggest, this portable toolbar with significantly similar features as the ill-fated Touch Bar, complies with a recognizable design that would align horizontally as the keyboard. And when combined with the new iPhone may be, it could allow smart home shortcuts always in reach.

The Magic Bar features a nice, solid rectangular body made of aluminum to match the peripherals. It is overlaid with the interesting touch-sensitive strip and made to attach with the magic keyboard or iPhone. Notably, the bar can be easily carried in the backpack with your gear and is ideally plug and play, making it convenient to carry and effortless to set up and use.

Designer: atuos_user

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