Favourite Apple equipment of 2023

I’ve examined out dozens of recent Apple equipment this 12 months starting from merchandise to boost and defend iPhone, iPad, Mac, and extra. What am I nonetheless utilizing? Listed below are my 6 favourite Apple equipment of 2023.

I’ve personally examined and located all of the equipment under to be constantly helpful and sturdy not simply after a number of weeks, however lengthy after the novelty of a brand new accent has worn off.

None of those firms have paid for or sponsored this publish, these are my favorites which have develop into my go-to equipment for day-to-day use.

My 6 favourite Apple equipment of 2023

Astropad’s pen-on-paper iPad improve

Astropad launched Rock Paper Pencil this 12 months as a follow-up to its paper-like iPad detachable display protector.

Together with an improved nano-texture on the magnetic iPad display protector, Rock Paper Pencil comes with two ball-point-style ideas in your Apple Pencil that actually ship a pen-on-paper really feel.

If you’d like (and even suppose there’s a chance you would possibly like) a pen-on-paper really feel together with your iPad and Apple Pencil, I extremely suggest Rock Paper Pencil.

It provides a fantastic tactile expertise, has a slick design that’s detachable anytime you wish to use the graceful glass show, delivers the helpful anti-glare end, and upgrades the Apple Pencil (gen 2) with a extra sturdy and exact tip.

Higher but, Rock Paper Pencil is an inexpensive improve at simply $44.99.

Take a look at my full evaluation right here.

mophie MagSafe 3-in-1 journey charger (2023)

This slick charger first launched in 2022 and have become my favourite for journey. However mophie delivered a brand new model of the 3-in-1 journey charger in 2023 that options Apple Watch quick charging alongside official MagSafe 15W charging.

• Seamlessly powers up iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods
• Premium, moveable design, helpful journey case, cable/charger included – making it the quintessential journey charger for Apple customers.

The mophie 3-in-1 journey charger is obtainable at Apple and direct from mophie with the latter usually providing 20% off.

You’ll be able to learn extra particulars in my full evaluation.

Nomad Fashionable Leather-based Case for iPhone 15

With Apple dropping leather-based circumstances this 12 months, I’ve landed on Nomad’s Fashionable Leather-based Case as my go-to for cover.

It’s obtained a slim and modern design, aluminum buttons, 8-foot drop-protection, full grain, sustainably sourced leather-based, and considerate particulars like a big USB-C port cutout so just about any cable will match.

You’ll be able to seize the Fashionable Leather-based Case for iPhone 15 gadgets now direct from Nomad for $50.

Right here’s my full evaluation for extra specifics.

If you happen to’re in search of an correct no-contact thermometer with Apple Well being integration with out spending a ton, Kinsa QuickScan is a good match.

At beneath $50, it’s obtained stable {hardware}, 2-second readings, a fantastic app, customized medical suggestions, and FDA approval, I’ve discovered Kinsa QuickScan to be an outstanding well being software for my household.

You could find Kinsa QuickScan on Amazon, CVS, and extra.

Right here’s my full evaluation for all of the high-quality particulars.

Apple’s 27-inch 5K Studio Show has been on my want record because it got here out in 2022. And this 12 months I ended up choosing it up as a alternative for the 24-inch LG UltraFine I’ve been utilizing for the final a number of years.

Whereas Studio Show is priced nicely above rivals – Samsung’s 5K ViewFinity S9 is commonly 50% of the associated fee – I believe Apple’s 27-inch 5K monitor is in a category of its personal.

That’s because of a full aluminum construct, single-cable connectivity, improbable decision, correct colours, spatial audio help, built-in Siri help, and shiny or nano-texture matte end choices.

Whereas it’s a number of hundred {dollars} extra, I’m glad I went for the tilt and top adjustable model to make it straightforward to dial in ergonomics at my desk. Past simply aesthetics, I actually recognize the complete metallic construct means it doesn’t wobble.

You’ll be able to seize the Studio Show at Apple, Amazon, Adorama, Greatest Purchase, and extra.

Nomad Leather-based Folio and Folio Plus

If you want Apple was nonetheless making its slim leather-based folio cowl/case for iPad, Nomad has delivered a improbable folio this 12 months.

It’s created from full grain, sustainably sourced leather-based, attaches magnetically to iPad, has the choice for Apple Pencil storage, and extra.

True to its premium focus, the Nomad Leather-based Folio gained’t be for everybody at a high-end worth. However for individuals who want Apple was making a leather-based model of its Sensible Folio, that is the proper resolution.

The Nomad Leather-based Folio gained’t be for everybody at a high-end worth. However for individuals who want Apple was making a leather-based model of its Sensible Folio, that is the proper resolution.

You will get the Leather-based Folio and Leather-based Folio Plus direct from Nomad from $120 to $150 relying on which iPad Air/Professional you’ve got – with a 20% off provide by way of 12/31.

Bonus accent

Additionally pictured within the high picture is the Nomad Stand One. This has develop into my favourite upright iPhone stand that’s nice for all-around use however is especially pleasant for the iOS 17 StandBy mode.

It’s obtained a premium glass and metallic sculptural construct and options official MagSafe help. It’s at the moment out of inventory at Nomad however will hopefully come again quickly alongside the Qi2 model of the Stand that’s obtainable in all black.

Favourite Apple equipment – what about you?

Have one thing you like that wasn’t on the record? I’d love to listen to your ideas within the feedback! Thanks for testing my favourite Apple equipment!

Photos by Michael Potuck and Likelihood Miller