3 essential Apple iPhone accessories that are actually worth buying

Date:
Sat, 20 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0000

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We highlight three Apple-branded iPhone accessories we can't live without.

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We write about the best phones on a daily basis here at TechRadar, but rarely do we take a moment to consider the accessories think cases, chargers and adapters that make these products even better.

Ive made no secret of my preference for iPhone over Android , so in this article, I thought Id share the three iPhone accessories I use alongside my iPhone 15 Pro to get the best out of what is, for me, the best iPhone Apple has ever released (in the coming weeks, well post an Android-equivalent version of this same format).

Incidentally, all three products in the below list are available to purchase from Apple directly, but where possible, youll also see links to cheaper, third-party retailers in the US, UK and Australia underneath each listing. Apple MagSafe Charger (Image credit: Apple / Future)

I was skeptical about the benefits of MagSafe charging at first after all, having a magnetic charger clipped to the back of your phone effectively makes the whole 'wireless' thing redundant but Apples official MagSafe Charger is absolutely worth the $39 / 45 / AU$69 outlay, for convenience alone.

If youve got an iPhone 12 or later, this neat-looking disc will charge your device up to 15W, and youll never need to worry about owning the correct charging cable again (if you move from a Lightning-equipped iPhone 12 to a USB-C-equipped iPhone 15 , for instance, you wont have to reinvest in a new charger).

Whats more, Apples MagSafe Charger can juice up the wireless charging case used to power AirPods, so if, like me, you own an iPhone 15 (USB-C) and the old-generation AirPods (Lightning), this is still a one-fits-all charging solution.

For the latest Apple MagSafe Charger prices in your region, check out the price comparison block below. And if youre still not convinced about the benefits of MagSafe, head over to our best iPhone chargers guide for a look
at the alternative options. Apple iPhone FineWoven Wallet with MagSafe (Image credit: Apple)

Sticking with the MagSafe theme, Apples MagSafe wallet is another of the best MagSafe accessories available in 2024. I actually own the now-discontinued leather version of this product, which has held up remarkably well despite
its age, but since that MagSafe wallet was replaced by a FineWoven version in 2023, this is your best bet if youre looking for a way to keep your cards
safe and sound without needing to lug around an actual wallet.

Yes, its true that Apples new FineWoven material hasnt gone down well with customers who bought its FineWoven phone cases, but the FineWoven MagSafe Wallet is at least compatible with the companys Find My network (the first-generation leather version wasnt, and only a few third-party MagSafe wallets are Find My-compatible in 2024). Essentially, that means youll be
able to track and locate your wallet, should you misplace it.

The FineWoven MagSafe Wallet supports up to three cards, and can be stacked
on top of a MagSafe-compatible iPhone case, so you needn't sacrifice protection for convenience. Again, some third-party alternatives also offer this functionality, but I havent tried them out for myself, so I can only attest to the practicality of Apples version.

For the latest Apple FineWoven MagSafe Wallet prices in your region, check
out the price comparison block below. Apple AirTag (Image credit: Apple)

Okay, this one isnt strictly an iPhone accessory, per se, but if you havent yet invested in an Apple AirTag , youre missing out on some serious peace of mind.

In todays mile-a-minute world, it can be easy to lose track of the small things and I mean that literally, as well as metaphorically. Apple AirTags are a great way to keep tabs on the whereabouts of your seemingly anthropomorphic keys, wallet or suitcase from the convenience of your iPhone, and although their $29 / 35 / AU$49 asking price seems steep, youll be thankful for the investment when you realize that your baggage did not, in fact, make it onto the plane at Doha airport.

If you're partial to losing multiple important things at any one time (and let's face it, who isn't?), Apple (and indeed most third-party retailers)
also offers an AirTag four-pack for $99 / 119 / AU$165, which is slightly better value. For the latest Apple AirTag prices in your region, check out
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