Picking up a few accessories helps your tech feel more like your own and can help it last longer, too. While slapping a phone case on your new smartphone might feel like an offense, you’ll probably be happy you did it. And as more smartphones adopt wireless charging, and ditch the 3.5mm headphone jack in favor of proprietary Lightning or USB-C adapters, we’ve committed to finding the best accessories to make your life easier with these changes.
My recent live/work experiment in the all-electric VW ID Buzz wouldn’t have been possible without BioLite’s first portable battery and solar panel. It was needed to provide continuous power to my Starlink internet, laptops, phones, and more because the Microbus can’t when parked. The BaseCharge 1500 has some minor quirks, but if it’s specced and priced right for your needs then it’s worth considering.
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Corsair K70 Pro Mini Wireless review: a compact, feature-rich gaming keyboard
This diminuative gaming keyboard ticks a lot of boxes
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LG’s 16:18 DualUp is a weird monitor for getting work done
A good monitor with a great leg to stand on
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Samsung M8 Smart Monitor review: the good enough of both worlds
It isn’t a fantastic TV or monitor, but it’s a good compromise for people who want both in the same package
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Logitech MX Master 3S review: everything just clicks
A minor update to one of the best productivity mice on the market
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Logitech MX Mechanical Mini review: a sensible keyboard for sensible people
Logitech’s new mechanical keyboard is all substance
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This 200W charging station provides one-stop top-ups for all your gadgets
Ugreen Nexode is a capable and fiddly charger at a high price