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Ports are a problem on iPad. There is only one USB-C port in most ports, and you can’t charge and use other accessories at the same time. We really liked the Satechi Center mentioned above, but here are some others we tested and liked. Read our best USB hubs and dock guide for more advice.
Twelve Southgo Mini USB-C hubs for $60: This tiny USB-C hub may be what you need, and that’s what Seriously Pockety. It’s a little taller than a Zippo lighter, but narrower, and you get a 4K HDMI port, a USB-A, an 85-watt USB-C port with pass-through charging, and a headphone jack. I have a hard time installing it on a box-protected iPad, but Tweve South includes a female USB-C for male USB-C that fixes this.
SATECHI USB-C HYBRID with SSD shell priced at $90: Satechi’s quad-port hub is a bit too big, considering the number of ports you get, but there’s a good reason. Pop up from the aluminum lid and you will find a slot for the M.2 SATA solid state storage drive (SSD) slot. This means access to an external SSD, as well as two USB-A jacks, a 100-watt USB-C through a charging port and a 4K HDMI. I don’t have an M.2 SATA drive for testing, but this 1-Terabyte card should work. I only know that Satechi’s hub does not support NVME M.2 cards.
Anker USB-C to Ethernet adapter for $26: Most people don’t need an Ethernet port on their iPad, but maybe you’re doing a stabbing in some cloud games on your tablet. If so, you will need the fastest speed so that your game will appear with the highest quality possibilities. This simple aluminum USB-C to Ethernet dongle offers a download speed of about 700 Mbps on my iPad Pro at home, which is what my desktop PC usually hits.
Other iPad accessories we like
iPad accessories are endless. Here are some other perfectly OK options, although some questions put them in rung.
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Zagg Pro Keys 2 keyboard case for $150: Zagg’s situation isn’t as elegant as Logitech’s system, but you can connect it to two different devices via Bluetooth (7/10, wired review). This means you need to charge the keyboard case via USB-C. Thanks to the cover of the folio, it is more protective and is a detachable system with cases separate from slate. But it’s much bigger. The second-generation version also comes with a trackpad, so you have to provide your own mouse. This only works on the iPad Pro (M4), but you can still buy the ninth-generation iPad, iPad Air (including the 11-inch iPad Air with the M2) and the first-class version of the 11-inch iPad Pro, and the 12.9-inch iPad Pro.
Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Price $140: The keyboards are very compact, with satisfying keys to click, and they are backlit. It charges via USB-C, but I just need to plug in every few months. It connects via Bluetooth or USB-A dongle (or the included USB-C cable) and the connection is reliable and never fails.
Logitech Crayon Stylus, priced at $65: Apple Pencil doesn’t impress your fantasy? This Logitech crayon is a more affordable option and is especially good for kids as it is thicker but has huge palm rejection, decent (but not the same) stress sensitivity and low latency. Logitech has updated it with USB-C support, so now you can really throw away that lightning cable.
$45 Paper Screen Saver: This screen covers your iPad screen to mimic the texture and friction of sketches on paper. Former wired reviewer Jaina Gray said the movie is harder to apply than a typical screen protector (make sure you are cleaning your iPad’s screen thoroughly!). However, when done, it adds enough resistance and you will find it difficult to get back to the glass to draw.
Mageasy Coverbuddy Case (iPad Pro), priced at $65: Mageasy’s case is compatible with Apple’s Magic keyboard case, and is a great option if you want to provide extra protection for your iPad without adding a lot of iPads. Like the ESR rebound case, you can secure and disengage it from the magic keyboard case without losing extra protection. It comes with a slot for the Apple Pencile Pro or USB-C version. There is also a cover iPad Air (M2).
Otterbox Defender series solid case for $90: Want a more protective case? Get the Otterbox Defender. It can be used in previous generation iPad, 10th generation iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro models. There is a built-in screen protector and charging port, volume rocker and a lid for Apple Pencil. If you want to support your iPad, there is also a case with a stand that can be clamped. This is too clumsy for my personal use, but it’s hard for you to find more protection for your slate.
The Apple Smart Folio costs $69: These slim boxes and the cover of the apple do the job well and can even be converted into a stand to support your tablet. They are also some of the best choices for iPad Mini.
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Apple Magic Keyboard, $299: If not for the price, this would be one of the better iPad cases and keyboard options. Typing feels great, the trackpad will be seamlessly integrated into iPados and even has a USB-C port. This is a bit bulky, but it’s a great accessory when you need to do some serious typing. It works with iPad Air (including the M2 version) and iPad Pro. There is also a folio version of the tenth generation iPad.
Apple Magic Keyboard (2nd Generation), priced at $349: This is more expensive than the first generation. It is also only compatible with the iPad Pro (M4). But the upgrade is really good. There is a larger trackpad, an aluminum palm rest and a row of function keys. It’s also thinner and lighter, ideally, how that works with the latest iPad Pro. However, like his ex, this situation is still a bit severe.
Moft Float Case costs $60: This protective case has a real stand that is flush at the back. Pull it out and you can support the tablet upwards at a good height, or even change the viewing angle (it works in portrait or landscape orientation). This is swinging when you click on the screen in floating mode, but I find this too annoying. it yes It’s hard to pull out the stands, but I bit my nails so this may not be your problem.
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Saharacase Folio Case is priced at $30: We tested this for the iPad Mini, but you can also use it for the 9th generation iPad and iPad Pro (two models). Outside is the automatic sleep/wake cover, which doubles as a stand to support the iPad. There is also a very nice marble pattern on the front and back to make it stand out. You can store the apple pencil inside, too, so you don’t have to worry about it falling off.
$45 Speck Balance Folio case: This has built-in grooves for various adjustable angles as well as a removable camera cover. There is a latch instead of the magnetic cover, and the apple pencil slot is located outside. It’s not the most stylish, but it’s protective and lightweight. These grooves are also great for those who use their iPad to watch content. It can be used in the air, the 11-inch Pro, the 12.9-inch Pro, and the ninth and 10th generation iPads.
Otterbox Symmetric Series 360 Case, $90: The basic portfolio of 9th and 10th generation iPad and iPad Air fixes everything I don’t like about our top spikes, but at a higher price. The transparent back allows the iPad’s design to pass through, and while the display can be folded into the same two viewing angles, the overlay screen actually makes it sleep here. The latch on the folio can close the whole thing tightly and also houses any apple pencil. Latch Do However, when it is not closed, it will wander around. I don’t recommend buying the Symmetry Series 360 Elite Case for iPad Pro because they are unpleasant.
The Casetify Selfie in the Bonnie Lu Ultra Impact Folio case costs $74: If you’re looking for a case that provides great protection and can choose from a cute iPad, it’s Casetify’s lineup. The Bonnie Lu Case has been obsessed with our selfies for months – it offers extra protection in all four corners of the device and can withstand speeds of up to 4 feet, plus the artwork is so adorable. It also has grooves on the front cover, allowing you to adjust the angle of your iPad. We tested this for the iPad Air, but you can also use it for the 10th-generation iPad, iPad mini, and iPad Pro (two models).
Charcoal on paper folio for this case, priced at $65: Designed to feel like a sketchbook portfolio with a polyester fabric cover on the shell that feels super high quality and lightweight. It can also be used to support iPads in two different levels. This situation does not come with an apple pencil slot, but the large flip closure prevents it from falling off. Although we tested this case with only iPad Air, it also works with iPad Pro (two models).
London Harbor Magnetic Envelope Sleeve $123: If the price doesn’t disappoint you, this is an elegant way to protect your iPad. There is full grain leather on one side and 100% wool on the other (as well as the interior). it Feel Exquisite. It’s spacious enough to fit an iPad with a box on it and can use several generations of base models of slate, including the 10th-generation iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Pro. There is a small leather loop to carry your apple pencil for extra security. The sleeve has a slot on one side that provides access to the USB-C charging port, but more unique is its ability to use it as a stand. It’s not the most versatile stall – you can only really get one angle – but it does the job on my knees, which is an impressive feat for items like floppy disks.
Logitech keys to Go 2 tablet keyboard for $80: If you don’t want a keyboard case, this is a reliable option. It’s a compact, lightweight and slim external keyboard with built-in protective cover. The low-key scissor key opens well and has a convenient quick line for features like volume, screen brightness, emoji and more. When using it, you should flip the lid behind the cover so it is heightened for a more comfortable experience. However, because the cover has a soft texture, it increases rebound when typing. I’m not a big fan of it, but others may not be bothered by it. It’s also a bit expensive compared to other options.
Not recommended
These are the iPad accessories we recommend avoiding.
Zagg Pro Protylus 2 costs $80: The Zagg Pro Perlus 2 is cute, especially in Yellow 2 Design, but it costs $80, so you might as well buy the second generation Apple Pencil or Apple Pencil Professionals as they often get lowered at prices. You also have to tilt the stylus to reach thick or thin lines without supporting pressure sensitivity, but it doesn’t feel seamless.
Moft Snap Float Folio is priced at $60: Honestly, the idea behind this situation is smart, but it’s so annoying. It’s slim and barely protective, and you can fold it in different ways to support the iPad at four angles (like origami). First of all, it’s hard to remember the exact method of some of these patterns, but I’m used to them, even though I had to readjust it on my iPad.
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