GoKawiilApple’s all-new M6 Mac mini, M5 Pro mini, and Mac Studio officially release tomorrow and, alongside the early pre-order deals on most of them, we are taking a look at some of our favorite Mac accessories here today.
If you ask me, the best accessories for a Mac mini or Mac Studio are Apple’s Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and a Studio Display. But some folks detest the Magic Mouse (they are wrong because the gesture action is a must-have, game-changing feature), but even I can admit the keyboard leaves something to be desired and the Magic Mouse just isn’t going to be ergonomic enough for some…I get it.
That said, let’s dive into some of our top picks, straight from Apple’s lineup alongside some third-party gear we use ourselves:
Justin – Apple Studio Display
We are starting with monitors here today – you’re going to need one of those and if not, perhaps a refresh is in order. You can land one of the lowest prices ever on Apple’s most affordable Studio Display right now at $240 off straight from Apple (if you’re quick), and I am including this as one of our top picks here today.
That said, I happen to use a Samsung Smart Monitor with my Mac mini. The M9 OLED is a pricey option, but it matches the Mac mini Apple aesthetic perfectly (it almost looks like an iMac in silver) and comes in at hundreds less than a Studio Display, measures 32-inches, and includes onboard streaming action, plus a whole lot more. There are, of course, loads of options, some more affordable than others, so I have tapped the in-house squad here to bolster my display picks with the screens they stare at all day too:
Chance – Logitech MX Master 4
If you buy a new Mac mini or Mac Studio, you’ll have to supply your own peripherals. My go-to mouse recommendation is the Logitech MX Master 4. It offers several new features over its predecessor, including haptic feedback, better connectivity, and more durable and comfortable materials. Logitech struck a great balance of modernizing the MX Master 3, while staying true to what made it so iconic.
As an honorable mention, the Logitech MX Vertical is another great option if you’re looking for something with a different take on ergonomics.
Michael – Satechi Hub & Stand with NVMe SSD Enclosure for Mac mini or Mac Studio
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