I will continue to shout at the mountaintops that iPadOS 26 has completely changed what the iPad is to many people. I have been using my iPad Pro since 2018 as my main computer because I loved the idea and versatility of the iPad. But it was hard to recommend it as a computer solution to the average person. However, iPadOS 26 has made this a new reality for 95% of people who need a computer. But when you buy an iPad, you just get the iPad. So I wanted to share some of the best accessories to give you that computer-like feel for your iPad.
Be sure to check out our hands-on video below to get a real look at everything I mention in action!
Lastly, today is the start of prime day! There are huge discounts on iPads, so if you are in the market for one, today is the day to snag one!
I will be the first to tell you that I love the Magic keyboard. But for the iPad Pro, it is $350! You can literally buy an A16 iPad for that price. For a lot of people, that is a tough pill to swallow. So the best alternative that will still give you the 1st party trackpad experience is the Logitech Combo Touch. They have a version for every iPad except the iPad mini. You get:
A large, precise trackpad identical to Apple’s own
A full-sized keyboard with a function row for quick controls
Detachable design that doubles as a protective case
The Combo touch starts at as low as $120 for the entry-level iPad and goes up with some great Prime Day discounts.
The new windowing system of iPadOS 26 has been excellent. It changes how you visualize and interact with an iPad. But when you use an external monitor alongside iPadOS 26, it makes it feel the most computer-like. Please remember that proper extended monitor support is only available on M-series iPads like iPad Pros and iPad Airs. One of my favorite portable monitors has to be the Sotsu Pro/Elite 16! It looks like a large iPad on a studio display stand. You have the Elite version, which is 4k, and the Pro version, which is 2560×1600 in terms of resolution. In my opinion, save the $160 and go with the Pro unless you need 4k, because otherwise they are the same! But you get:
16-inch display connects via USB-C
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