Essential Apple User Magazine

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Welcome • As it’s Christmas, this issue of Essential AppleUser Magazine is all about gadgets and gifts for your Apple gear. Whether you want a new bag for your MacBook, a new keyboard for your Mac or mobile devices, the latest edition of Adobe Premiere Elements, some great mobile apps or a brand new pair of limited edition McLaren T5 II True Wireless Sport earbuds, we’ve got it covered.

Team players • Now that Christmas is upon us, what does the Essential AppleUser Magazine team want for a festive gift? Let’s take a look at what we would all like to find under the tree on Christmas morning.

Essential Apple User Magazine • Issue 32 - December 2021

Editor’s Letter

What’s Cool This Yule? • Christmas comes but once a year, but the great gadgets and gizmos you get for your Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Apple Watch will last far longer. If you choose wisely you can enjoy your yuletide peripherals for a very long time. That’s why we’ve rounded up some of the best cases, bags, earbuds, speakers and other add-ons, in this Christmas buyer’s guide.

For Your New MacBook Pro • There are already some great gadgets available for the new M1 MacBook Pro range, but what should you buy? Take a look at our roundup to help you decide.

Hardware Reviews • We’ve covered some great peripherals over the last year, including hard drives, bags, cases, keyboards and all sorts of accessories for your Mac, iPad, iPhone and more. This issue, we show you the best gear of the year, and have thrown in a few new reviews for good measure.

McLaren T5 II True Wireless Sport Earbuds • They’re good enough for Lando Norris, but are they good enough for us?

OWC Mercury Elite Pro Dual mini • A speedy drive for those who need a little more.

Twelve South PowerPic Charging Stand • The most attractive way to charge your iPhone yet?

Eve Cam Security Camera • Keep a smart eye on your home while you’re away.

Logitech MX Keys Mini for Business • Because every computer needs a keyboard.

Logitech Combo Touch Case and Keyboard for iPad Pro 11-inch • Can this keyboard case with a touchpad beat Apple’s Magic Keyboard?

STM ChargeTree Swing Charging station • Charge three, with Qi!

Cubbit Cell Network Storage Drive • A new kind of storage drive; NAS, but not as you know it.

Nanoleaf Triangle Starter Kit • Can this smart system bring a little light into your life?

ParcSlope by Twelve South • Save your shoulder muscles; park your MacBook or iPad on this slope.

MagicBridge by Twelve South • Ever wished you could connect your keyboard to your trackpad? Now you can.

Twelve South Forté • A stylish way to charge your iPhone 12.

BlueLounge Mika • Make your iPad stand to attention.

MX Anywhere 3 for Mac • Logitech’s new mobile mouse is awesome, and you can use it on an iPad too.

Eve Energy Smart Plug • Hey Siri, do I need this interesting new smart plug?

devolo Mesh WiFi 2 Starter Kit • Can these wonderful widgets end your wireless woes?

Apple AirTag • Getting warm… warmer… warmer… Boiling Hot!

MINIX NEO P1 3-Port GaN Charger • Smaller, more portable but still with plenty of power to offer.

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