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  • Three Thunderbolt Docks, accompanying USB C cables, and an SD card.

    The Best Thunderbolt Docks

    by Jason Cipriani and Nick Guy

    For people using computers with just Thunderbolt 3 or 4 ports, a dock with a wider variety of ports makes a lot of sense. We have options for every budget.

  • Three Anker USB hubs laying next to each other on an orange background. The hub on right is plugged into a laptop.

    The Best USB Hubs

    by Jason Cipriani and Nick Guy

    USB hubs offer the best way to add more functionality to a desktop PC or a laptop that lacks ports, and we have recommendations for almost every situation.

  • Several of our top picks for best bluetooth keyboards, neatly arranged together.

    The Best Bluetooth and Wireless Keyboards

    by Kimber Streams

    The best wireless keyboards are comfortable, reliable, and a joy to type on, whether you want a compact option like the Logitech K380 or something full-size.

  • Our four picks for best USB-C laptop and tablet chargers, placed next to a laptop that is being charged with a USB-C cable.

    The Best USB-C Laptop and Tablet Chargers

    by Sarah Witman

    The best replacement for your original charger is the Nekteck 60W USB-C GaN Charger. It’s cheaper and smaller but just as powerful and reliable.

  • Three ergonomic keyboards resting nearby each other.

    The Best Ergonomic Keyboard

    by Dave Gershgorn and Melanie Pinola

    Ergonomic keyboards can make typing more comfortable. The Logitech Wave Keys is the best one you can buy.

  • A drawing tablet sitting to the right of an open MacBook Pro, showing a drawing of a person, with a stylus next to the drawing tablet.

    The Best Drawing Tablets

    by Arthur Gies

    Drawing tablets are nearly indispensable for creating art on a PC or laptop, and models such as the Huion Inspiroy 2 M are great for beginners and veteran artists alike.

  • The Insignia 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote (left) and the Sofabaton U2 Universal Remote Control (right) leaning up against a couple of throw pillows.

    The Best Universal Remote Control

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    The Sofabaton U2 offers a good physical design and lots of features for the price. Though it has flaws, it’s the best remote we’ve found in a dying category.

  • Five computer mice positioned next to a keyboard on a green background

    The Best Wireless Mouse

    by Kimber Streams

    If you’re looking for a convenient, comfortable, and long-lasting wireless mouse, the Logitech M720 Triathlon Multi-Device is the best choice, assuming you’re right-handed.

  • A pair of white in-ear headphones plugged into a bluetooth headphone adapter, next to a smartphone playing music.

    The Best Bluetooth Headphone Adapter

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    If you want to use your favorite wired headphones over a wireless connection, the easy-to-use 1Mii ML100 is the best Bluetooth headphone adapter for most people.

  • An iPhone and all the tools and materials needed to replace a screen protector.

    The Best iPhone Screen Protectors

    by Roderick Scott and Nick Guy

    A screen protector can be a critical shield against breaking that expensive iPhone, and we’ve researched dozens to find the best, easiest-to-install options.

  • Three of our picks for best laptop stands, shown next to each other.

    The Best Laptop Stands

    by Melanie Pinola

    The Rain Design iLevel 2 is our favorite laptop stand because it makes it easy to raise your screen to proper ergonomic height.

  • Four of our picks for the best USB-C Video Cables and Adapters shown side by side next to two remote controls.

    The Best USB-C Video Cables and Adapters

    by Nick Guy and Dave Gershgorn

    We’ve found the best cables and adapters for connecting USB-C to HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, and VGA so you can use your computer with the video display you prefer.

  • Five of our favorite webcams lined up next to each other on top of a flat-screen computer monitor.

    The Best Webcams

    by Arriana Vasquez and Melanie Pinola

    If you’re unsatisfied with the camera that’s built into your computer—or if it doesn’t have one—the Logitech Brio 505 is your best option for sharp Zoom calls.

  • Our three picks for best Android and iPhone gimbal, displayed in a row in tripod position, with a smartphone mounted on each one.

    The Best Android and iPhone Gimbal

    by Geoffrey Morrison and Signe Brewster

    If you want smoother, more professional-looking video from your smartphone, the Insta360 Flow is the best gimbal.

  • A group of some of our picks arranged on a wooden table.

    The Best Travel Plug Adapter

    by Geoffrey Morrison

    We tested more than a dozen travel plug adapters to find the best to bring on a trip overseas. Nothing can cover you everywhere, but here are four good options.

  • The cables we recommend, scattered on top of a bright orange backdrop.

    The Best Micro-USB Cable

    by Sarah Witman

    Micro-USB cables are cheap and ubiquitous, but that doesn’t mean you should settle for a bad one. We tested six top brands to find the best at a great price.

  • A variety of iPad keyboard cases with a stylus and a pair of glasses.

    The Best iPad Keyboard Cases

    by Roderick Scott and Nick Guy

    Apple’s 10th-gen iPads aren’t compatible with previous cases, so if you’re upgrading, you need a new accessory.

  • Close-up of the ESR Ascend Hybrid Case on an iPad 10th generation.

    The Best Cheap iPad Cases

    by Roderick Scott

    You don’t need to spend a lot to get good protection for your iPad, and we have options for just about every use case.

  • Our three picks for the best trackballs including two finger operated and one thumb-operated trackball.

    The Best Trackballs

    by Thorin Klosowski

    Trackballs aren’t for everyone, but the best models offer a comfortable and customizable alternative to traditional mice.

  • Our top three picks for best iPhone armbands for running.

    The Best iPhone Armbands for Running

    by Ben Frumin

    If you’re set on strapping your iPhone to your arm, we’ve determined that the Tune Belt Sport Armband is the best armband for most runners.

  • The Best Accessories for Your iPhone and iPad

    by Dan Frakes, Nick Guy, and Wirecutter Staff

    We’ve spent hundreds of hours over the past few years testing hundreds of iPhone and iPad accessories to find the best ones.