accessories

Apple is researching how to make the ultimate MagSafe wallet and iPhone carrying case

Apple has been granted a patent for a new accessory that would hold a user's credit cards, charge their iPhone, and be worn on the wrist or around the neck.

William Gallagher | 3 days ago

Retro's back: the best wrap-around game controllers for your iPhone

Apple is finally allowing emulators in the App Store. Here are some of the best wrap-around controllers for your iPhone that lets you play them on the go.

Malcolm Owen | 1 week ago

Unreleased Black iPod Hi-Fi photos reveals an alternative color scheme

Photographs of an unreleased black version of the iPod Hi-Fi have surfaced, showing what consumers could've bought had Apple not discontinued the audio accessory.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

Best Apple Vision Pro cases & accessories

As Apple Vision Pro owners look to customize and safeguard their devices, the launch of accessories has introduced many options to enhance and protect their devices. Here are the best accessories for the headset.

Andrew Orr | 1 month ago

Apple Vision Pro Travel Case review: too-expensive precision cushioning

Apple made one accessory that wasn't included in the Apple Vision Pro box — an impractically large $200 Travel Case that isn't great at what it claims to do.

Wesley Hilliard | 2 months ago

Belkin will sell Apple Vision Pro battery clip in time for launch

Prospective Apple Vision Pro owners concerned about where to place the battery pack could have their problem solved by Belkin, with the accessory maker allegedly working on a clip for the power source.

Rumor Score

🤯 Likely

Malcolm Owen | 3 months ago

The best leather options for Apple iPhone and Watch cases for 2024

Apple doesn't sell leather cases and accessories for its products as part of its environmental push. However, you still have options out there if you love the feel and appearance of leather on your iPhone and Apple Watch.

Charles Martin | 4 months ago

PETA names Apple as the 2023 Company of the Year

Animal rights organization PETA has declared Apple to be the 2023 Company of the Year, thanks to the iPhone maker's decision to stop offering leather accessories.

Malcolm Owen | 4 months ago

Apple's new 'pro' Thunderbolt 4 and six-foot USB-C cables are bad, and you shouldn't buy them

At the "Wonderlust" event, Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 lineup with USB-C, and now the company has overpriced accessories to go with them. There are better options.

Evan Selleck | 7 months ago

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Apple started killing Lightning accessories minutes after iPhone 15 USB-C introduction

Quietly, and without fanfare, after the announcement of the iPhone 15's new USB-C upgrade, Apple has killed the Lightning-connected MagSafe Battery Pack and the MagSafe Duo charger regardless that they still work with the new devices.

Michael Stroup | 7 months ago

Apple may discontinue silicone iPhone case in eco-friendly push

Apple may go further than eliminating leather cases from the iPhone 15 range, as a rumor claims Apple may eventually discontinue the use of silicone for its accessories.

Rumor Score

🤔 Possible

Malcolm Owen | 7 months ago

Apple Studio Display vs Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K — compared

Apple Studio Display has a brand new competitor with the Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K. Here's how the two standalone monitors compare.

Evan Selleck | 7 months ago

Apple accessories set for rapid Lighting to USB-C shift

Apple will refresh many iPhone accessories as it shifts to USB-C, a prominent leaker insists, with the MagSafe Battery Pack and MagSafe Duo on the docket.

Rumor Score

🤯 Likely

Malcolm Owen | 7 months ago

The best smoke and carbon monoxide detectors with HomeKit support

Protecting your home is important, and a smart smoke and carbon monoxide detector can help give homeowners peace of mind even when they're away. Here are the best options that incorporate Apple's HomeKit.

Evan Selleck | 7 months ago

iPhone 15 may have ten 'FineWoven' case colors at launch

Apple's "FineWoven" cases for the iPhone 15 may be available in a range of ten colors, and may also match a new band that may ship with the Apple Watch Series 9.

Rumor Score

🤔 Possible

Malcolm Owen | 7 months ago

Brilliant launches plug-in Smart Home Control with Siri support

Brilliant's latest HomeKit-compatible accessory is a panel with a dedicated display that you can simply plug into a wall.

Evan Selleck | 7 months ago

How to clean Apple Watch bands

If you have an Apple Watch band you wear on the regular, you may want to take some time and follow the steps below to make sure you give it a proper clean every once in a while.

Evan Selleck | 7 months ago

Roborock's updated app removes the frustration of operating a robot vacuum

Our increasingly overloaded lives make cleaning an afterthought for many households. However, Roborock committed itself to bringing cleaning convenience to everyone and now has an updated app with even more great features so you never have to compromise a clean house.