Best Mac accessories for gift-giving [2017 Gift Guide]
Christmas creeps up on you quickly, so if you haven’t already started your shopping, it’s time to do something about it. Cult of Mac can help! In this guide, you’ll find a selection of stellar gifts that are perfect for the Mac lover in your life.
We have killer keyboards, stunning stands, super speakers and more!
Best Mac accessories
Logitech K811 Keyboard
The Logitech K811 is one of the finest keyboards available for Mac. We’ve been big fans of it for years here at Cult of Mac — so much so that we reviewed it not once, but twice. That’s because it gets everything right, and it’s incredibly versatile.
The K811 is a joy to type on, with keys that feel great and have plenty of travel. It has all the function keys you would expect on a Mac keyboard, plus backlighting for late-night shifts in the dark. It also has a rechargeable battery that lasts up to a year in between charges.
What makes the K811 even better is that it can be paired with three devices over Bluetooth, and then lets you quickly switch between them with just one button. It’s perfect for those who use a Mac alongside an iPad.
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Anker PowerCore+
Thanks to USB-C connectivity, Apple’s latest notebooks can be charged with portable battery packs. And the PowerCore+ from Anker is an excellent solution. With a 20,100mAh battery, it packs enough juice to charge a MacBook, an iPhone and an iPad on a single charge.
It’s also compact and lightweight, which makes it ideal for those on the go. And because it has standard USB ports, too, you can plug almost anything into it — such as digital cameras, Android phones and tablets, drones, Apple Watch, and even the Nintendo Switch.
Buy from: Amazon — $65.99
Twelve South HiRise for MacBook
Twelve South makes some excellent accessories for Apple devices. Its HiRise stand for MacBook makes using Apple’s beloved notebook even more enjoyable. It’s adjustable, so it can be placed in a comfortable position on any desk, and it fits MacBooks of all sizes.
The HiRise is made entirely out of metal, so it’s incredibly robust, and it looks right at home alongside any Apple collection.
Buy from: Amazon — $69.99
HiRise for iMac
Buying for an iMac owner instead? Twelve South has them covered, too. Its HiRise for iMac is also height-adjustable, and contains a hidden compartment that lets you safely store memory sticks, cables, a wallet, and keys. It also works wonderfully with Thunderbolt Displays.
Buy from: Amazon — $79.71
AmpliFi HD Wi-Fi router
Now that most of us benefit from having blazing-fast broadband to our homes, it’s the Wi-Fi inside that drives us crazy. The AmpliFi HD system, one of a new pack of mesh systems that pave the way to our trouble-free Wi-Fi future, solves the problem.
With a charming little router and a couple of mesh points, AmpliFi HD makes it possible to get a strong Wi-Fi signal to any basement, attic or awkward back bedroom where you can never stream anything. It also eliminates the sort of nerdy pain points typically associated with setting up and managing a home Wi-Fi network.
It’s ideal for anyone who uses wirelessly devices (all of us). We reviewed it, and we love it!
Buy from: Amazon — $131.00
LG UltraFine 5K Display
If you have bags of cash to burn on your loved ones, the LG UltraFine 5K Display is the ultimate Mac companion. It’s one of the most impressive 5K displays on the market right now, with excellent colors and impressive speakers.
Check out our full review to find out more. And before you buy, just make sure that the Mac user you’re buying for has a machine capable of powering all those pixels.
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Creative iRoar Go
Even the MacBook has decent speakers these days, but they don’t come close to filling the room like the Creative iRoar Go Bluetooth speaker. For a relatively small device, this thing packs incredible sound. It has a 5-driver design with a built-in subwoofer, two high-frequency tweeters, and more.
Its battery lasts 12 hours on a single charge, and you can use it top up your iPhone, iPad, and other devices when they’re getting low. You can also use it for things like FaceTime calls thanks to its built-in microphone, and for pool parties, since it’s IPX6-rated for water-resistance.
Buy from: Amazon — $129.99
Western Digital My Passport
If you’re shopping on a tighter budget, give the gift of ample storage this holiday season. Western Digital’s excellent My Passport drives offer up to 4TB of storage and are small enough to carry anywhere.
They’re perfect for those who take lots of photos, watch lots of movies, or listen to lots of music. They come in a range of pretty colors, boast super-fast USB 3.0 connectivity, and also work with Windows machines. Check out our full review for more info.
Buy from: Amazon — $58.99