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Whether your Mac has just been unboxed or you\u2019ve had it for years, there are some accessories that every Mac owner should consider indispensable. Today we\u2019ll take a look at a dozen of these accessories and how they can assist you in your daily work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 – Backup Drive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Next month is Backup Month, so you\u2019ll be hearing a lot from us about the necessity of backing up your Mac. A backup drive should not be an optional accessory \u2014 every Mac user should consider backups to be essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You won\u2019t need to spend a lot of money to get an external drive for backups. I suggest always getting a USB 3.1 or Thunderbolt drive, as the extra speed helps both in making and restoring your backups. That being said, the OWC Mercury Elite Pro mini<\/a> is a favorite of many Mac users. It is bus-powered, so it doesn\u2019t need an external power adapter, it\u2019s compatible with Thunderbolt 3, and a 4TB drive is only $199.99.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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OWC Mercury Elite Pro mini<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Just plug in an external drive, and Time Machine will ask if you want to use it for backups. Say yes, and you\u2019re on your way to having a constant backup of your Mac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 – HDMI Adapter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Particularly for those who have MacBooks, an HDMI adapter is an extremely useful accessory. Most high-definition TVs and many monitors use HDMI for input, and classrooms and meeting rooms have projectors that also use the standard for video connectivity. Many times when I\u2019ve been on vacation, I\u2019ve connected my MacBook to the TV in my hotel room or cruise ship stateroom to view my photos on the big screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For recent MacBooks with USB-C ports, the Tripp Lite USB-C to HDMI  adapter<\/a> ($57.99) is very useful and allows the MacBook to be charged while in use. Be sure to have an HDMI cable like the NewerTech 3-foot HDMI cable<\/a> ($4.99) on hand as well to bridge the gap between the adapter and the monitor or projector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 – Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One reason that I\u2019ve decided to commit to using a laptop Mac from now on is that the battery inside it can keep my Mac working even when the power is out. If you don\u2019t use a laptop and prefer the desktop machines like the iMac or iMac Pro, Mac Pro, or Mac mini, it\u2019s a great idea to use an uninterruptible power supply (AKA UPS). They usually help condition the power going to your desktop Mac, have a built-in sealed lead-acid battery to help keep the Mac going for a while after power shuts down, and have multiple AC outlets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A UPS can be a lifesaver in storm situations, giving your Mac just enough power to ensure that all of your work-in-progress can be saved and apps shut down properly. One popular brand that\u2019s available at many office supply stores is APC<\/a>, which also provides a useful online tool for sizing the battery in the UPS. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, it\u2019s possible to connect a UPS to your Mac with a USB cable in order to have the Mac automatically shut down during an outage. All of the controls for most uninterruptible power supplies are built into macOS and can be found under System Preferences > Energy Saver when the UPS is connected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 – A Second Display<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One thing I personally find very useful \u2014 especially with a MacBook Pro \u2014 is an external monitor. Having a second screen is somewhat addicting. I use one external screen for all of the constantly updating apps, such as Mail, while my built-in MacBook display is used for the work I\u2019m focused on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pricing on external monitors is quite reasonable. Some low-cost 4K monitors from manufacturers you\u2019ve probably never heard of can be had for as little as $200, while a top-of-the-line 27-inch LG 4K IPS LED Monitor using USB-C<\/a> runs about $650. The pricing varies based on color accuracy, contrast, and other factors, so it\u2019s useful to actually see what a monitor looks like before you buy one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The $7,000 monitor you always knew you needed… Image via Apple<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

If money is no object and you want what’s considered to be the best Mac monitor, look no further than the Apple Pro Display XDR (see image above). Get one with the Nano-texture glass, and the Pro stand for only $6,998!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 – An SD Card Reader<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you do any photography or video work? SD and micro-SD cards are common in digital cameras, camcorders, action cameras, and drones, and rather than carry a variety of cables to connect your cameras to your Mac. It\u2019s a lot easier just to remove the SD or micro-SD card and use an SD card reader to move the media to the Mac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The newer iMacs, iMac Pros, and older MacBooks all have built-in SDXC card readers, which makes life quite simple \u2014 you just plug the card into the existing reader. For other Macs, a USB-A or USB-C card reader can be plugged in to read the cards. USB-C Macs can use the IOGEAR 12-in-1 Pocket Card Reader\/Writer<\/a> ($19.95), and older USB-A-based Macs work well with the $7.99 Sabrent 2-Slot Card Reader<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6 – USB Hub<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

By this point, you\u2019re probably thinking that you\u2019re going to have a pile of little adapters and cables, but fortunately, there\u2019s one accessory that can replace a lot of individual items \u2014 a USB hub. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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OWC USB-C Travel Dock connected to a 2018 12.9-inch iPad Pro. It works great with any USB-C Mac.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

For example, instead of carrying around an HDMI adapter, USB-C to USB-A adapter, and SD\/micro-SD card reader, I use one hub to perform all of the functions. That hub is the OWC USB-C Travel Dock<\/a> (as low as $32.99, see image above), which is USB-C \/ Thunderbolt 3 compatible and features two USB-A ports, a USB-C passthrough for charging, an HDMI 2.0 port supporting up to 4K resolution, and an SD reader. Most micro-SD cards come with an SD to micro-SD adapter, making it simple to read the little cards as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7 – Carrying case, shell or sleeve<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The next item on the list is somewhat MacBook-centric, but I think it\u2019s important for any laptop \u2014 a case, shell, or sleeve. Sure, you can just pop your MacBook into a backpack or other bag, and you will be prepared for most circumstances. One of my favorite accessories that protects the aluminum body of the MacBook is a translucent plastic hard shell. These are really inexpensive; I bought one for my 16-inch MacBook Pro that came with a keyboard cover as well, and it cost me just $17. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At a price like that for a quality MacBook Pro shell,  I can easily replace it if it gets scratched or discolored. I can\u2019t replace the exterior of my MacBook Pro inexpensively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sleeves and cases are also great for MacBook protection, and they\u2019re cheap insurance from a drop or bump. You can find sleeves and cases from a variety of manufacturers from less than $10 to as much as $265 right here at OWC<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

8 – 1080p or 4K Webcam<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All of Apple\u2019s \u201call-in-one\u201d computers (MacBooks, iMacs, and iMac Pros) come with a FaceTime camera built-in, perfect for making FaceTime or Skype calls. If you\u2019re considering making professional-looking YouTube videos or just want something with a better resolution than what\u2019s available in the Mac, consider an external webcam. Should you have a Mac Pro or Mac mini, you\u2019ll also need a separate webcam just to make those FaceTime and Skype calls. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I was faced with this when I bought my 16-inch MacBook Pro, which comes with a rather low-quality 720p (1280 x 720 pixel) resolution camera. Since I do recording for some classes, I wanted a better camera capable of doing 1080p HD (1920 x 1080) or 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

HD webcams are available from a variety of manufacturers at prices as low as $30, while 4K UHD webcams with High Dynamic Range and stereo microphones run as much as $200. There\u2019s even one model \u2014 the Logitech 4K Pro Magnetic Webcam<\/a> \u2014 designed exclusively to work with the $5,000 – $6,000 Apple Pro Display XDR. If you can afford the Pro Display, you can certainly afford to spend another $200 for a webcam that magnetically mounts on the display. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

9 – A Second Power Adapter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Those of us who use a MacBook Pro (or any MacBook, for that matter) as a primary computer often find a second power adapter to be a really good investment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Particularly if you do a lot of traveling, it\u2019s useful to have one adapter in your computer\u2019s favorite travel bag and another at your desk. That way, you don\u2019t run into that sinking feeling when you\u2019re unpacking your MacBook Pro in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and suddenly realize that the power adapter is at home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apple 96W USB-C Power Adapter. Image via Apple.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m a bit picky about the power adapters for Apple\u2019s laptop, so I only buy them from Apple. There have been a number of documented cases of MacBooks being damaged by inexpensive third-party adapters available from online sources. Apple\u2019s 96W USB-C Power Adapter (see image above) for the newest MacBook Pro costs $79, so it\u2019s not exactly cheap. However, it\u2019s the fastest possible charger for the 16-inch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 – External Microphone<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Earlier I mentioned getting an external webcam for top-quality Mac video conferencing and recording. Likewise, if you do any podcasting or need to record high-quality audio on a Mac, you probably want to look at getting an external microphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mac mics are actually pretty good, and they continue to improve with time. However, they\u2019re made for one specific purpose \u2014 capturing audio from the person behind the keyboard. Recording a meeting or a podcast with more than one participant is better done with an omnidirectional mic than the built-in Mac mic. Even better? Having a microphone for each participant feeding into a mixer that then feeds the combined audio into the Mac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For truly professional sound, OWC sells microphones from well-known audio manufacturers like Blue Microphones and Marshall<\/a>. Whether you\u2019re recording music vocals, podcasts, or voiceovers for a video, a pop filter gets rid of those \u201cplosives\u201d that can ruin a recording. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

11 – An iPhone or iPad<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a Mac accessory you may already own, and it can be much more useful than you probably imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I use my iPhone as my only scanner now. Remember the good old days when you bought an all-in-one printer with a big scanner plopped on the top of it that you barely used? Now you can get low-cost inkjet and laser printers for less than $100 without the scanner or \u201cfaxing capability\u201d, and simply use the camera on an iPhone or iPad as your scanner. My favorite app for this? Scanbot<\/a>, although there are many similar apps. You can also use the built-in scanning capability in the iOS \/ iPadOS Notes app at no extra cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That scanning capability may also make it possible for you to do away with the need for a printer. I\u2019m somewhat old-school in that there are times I absolutely want to have a hard copy on hand, but I know a number of Mac users who simply scan everything and store it in the cloud. Who needs a hard copy when you can have a digital copy available with you at all times?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12 – Flash Drive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

USB flash drives (AKA thumb drives) have been around for years. They\u2019re nearly ubiquitous, they\u2019re inexpensive, and unfortunately, they\u2019re also rather slow. A USB-C flash drive is somewhat more speedy, with read speeds of 150MB\/s being common. There aren\u2019t many USB-C flash drives available, but I have found that having one around can be very useful for fast backups of large media files in the field. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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SanDisk USB-C flash drive<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

I like the SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go, which starts at $9.49 for 32GB and tops out at $38.99 for a 256GB model (the one I use, see image above). SanDisk is also about to release a new version with up to 1TB of capacity ($249.99). With that kind of capacity, a USB-C Flash Drive can actually be your ultra-portable Time Machine drive, as well as help you to transfer files to other computers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For older Macs with USB ports, OWC has a super-speedy solution with up to 1TB of storage: the Envoy Pro Mini<\/a>. It’s a tiny solid-state drive providing up to 450MB\/s of performance and is perfect for musicians or filmmakers who need a pocketable way to move big files or back up media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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That\u2019s my list of a dozen essential Mac accessories. What accessories do you think I left off of this list? Leave your ideas in the comments section below. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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