MacBook Proled XDR Accessories: Here Are Five 9to5Mac Picks for Your New Setup
Charging and navigation
The new MacBook Pro can charge to 50 percent in 30 minutes, though the included brick is not powerful enough for that fast-charging rate. Apple recommends a more powerful charger for users who want to take advantage of the feature.
For those who prefer a mouse to the built-in trackpad, the article recommends Logitech’s MX Master 4, described as a successor to the MX Master 3. Apple’s Magic Trackpad is suggested for people who need an external trackpad while using the laptop in clamshell mode.
A raised, connected workspace
Twelve South’s Curve aluminum stand lifts the MacBook Pro six inches above a desk. It has silicone pads intended to help keep the laptop from slipping or getting scratched.
The laptop retains its ports in the latest redesign, but a docking station can add more connections. The recommended 8-port Anker model provides Ethernet, USB-A and other ports; it is listed at $39, reduced from $53.
Audio and overseas travel
AirPods Pro 3 are recommended for their Active Noise Cancellation, which can help users focus in busy or loud places. The author also points to their ability to work across Mac, iPhone, iPad and other Apple devices.
For international trips, the World Travel Adapter Kit includes five interchangeable plug types. The reintroduced kit works with AC Connector 2 accessories, addressing the main compatibility issue with the earlier version.
Key points
- Fast charging reaches 50 percent in 30 minutes with a more powerful brick.
- The Curve stand raises the laptop six inches and includes anti-slip silicone pads.
- The World Travel Adapter Kit includes five plug types and supports AC Connector 2 accessories.