Holiday Gift Guide 2018 – 2019: Best Laptop Accessories

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Tech makes for great gifts and with the holiday season being upon us, there's no time like the present to stock up on some inexpensive gadgets that you can give to your loved ones in the coming weeks, or keep them to yourself and take your own computing game to the next level. Today, we're looking at the very best laptop accessories that are currently on the market and will complement any portable computer in an efficient manner, all while being reasonably priced and highly reliable. Prices below are subject to change. This post will be updated regularly to ensure the most up-to-date pricing, but during the holidays, there will be flash sales and price drops so keep that in mind. Best Battery Pack - keep your electronics charged and safe A 20,400 mAh battery, 100W AC outlet, fast-charging USB ports, and an OLED display with real-time charging analytics already make the Omnicharge Omni 20 a compelling power bank for your laptop but what really sets this gadget apart is its use of intelligent algorithms that analyze and automatically optimize the charging cycle of any connected product so as to ensure the quickest and safest possible charging. If you want a high-capacity battery pack that won't make your electronics degrade faster than normal, this is the product to buy. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Omnicharge Omni 20 Power Bank - $249 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/owLPKfV"] Best Value Battery Pack - for portable computing on a budget The Jackery PowerBar is a 77Wh/20,800mAh battery pack specifically designed for charging laptops on the go that doesn't have all of the bells and whistles of its more expensive rivals but does what it means to in a reliable manner and provides amazing value for money. If it's simplicity you're after, you don't have to look any further than this compact and durable power bank. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Jackery PowerBar - $129 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/c0Ef"] Best Thin Case For Laptops & Convertibles - protecting your electronics in a minimalist manner The simple, compact, and impact-absorbing ProCase bag for laptops up to 13.5 inches in size is the perfect tool for carrying around your portable computer and comes in a trio of available colors, as well as two other sizes, all of which are priced quite sensibly. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="ProCase 13 - 13.5 Inch Laptop Case/Bag - From $19.99 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/64GwiD"] Best Standard Case For Laptops & Convertibles - that little extra something If you're looking for something a bit more rugged that has enough space for both your laptop and some accessories, then the Case Logic AUA lineup of bags is your best bet. This particular model covers laptops up to 17 inches in size and also comes with a quality strap that makes it comfortable to carry even over extended time periods, so if you're on the move a lot or know someone who is, this accessory is certainly a worthwhile investment. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Case Logic 17-Inch Laptop and Tablet Briefcase - From $18 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/ZrRJupt"] Best Sleeve For Laptops & Convertibles - the minimum you need If you're looking for a laptop sleeve to keep dust and spills away from your portable computer, the most common-sense choice is a product from the AmazonBasics range known for its reliability and affordability. Naturally, this isn't the best protection you can buy for your laptop but as far as simple sleeves are concerned, there's virtually no reason to pay any more than what the AmazonBasics range goes for. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="AmazonBasics Laptop Sleeve - From $7.99 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/GzBL"] Best Laptop Mouse - best performance meets the most comfortable design If you use a laptop, you're likely on the move a lot and possibly own more computers, meaning you may have encountered one of the most common issues with wireless mice in general - the fact that most of them don't use Bluetooth but instead rely on radio transceivers that take up one USB connector, a commodity that laptops usually don't have in abundance. That state of affairs is why a true Bluetooth mouse is something you should definitely consider investing in and the ergonomically designed Logitech MX Master is arguably the best such device you can currently buy. Switching between multiple computers with this device is super simple, its battery lasts for up to 70 days and is quick to recharge, and its programmable keys are extremely convenient for everything from playing games to browsing the Internet. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Logitech MX Master - From $70 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/aZbSs"] Best Value Laptop Mouse - convenience on a budget Logitech is the king of computer mice and also dominates the lower end of the price bracket, in large part due to the Marathon Mouse, its minimalist solution for portable computing that features a simple design but is available in countless colors and also supports Bluetooth connectivity, in addition to working with an included transceiver. All of that for just over $20 is a truly amazing deal and one that you should take advantage of even if you're just looking for a backup desktop mouse. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Logitech Wireless Marathon Mouse - $21 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/BNYlI"] Best External Hard Drive - forget about full-storage warnings once and for all SanDisk is one of the most established storage brands in the world and its Extreme Portable SSD range is next to none. Ranging from 250GB to 2TB in capacity, this lineup is the ultimate option for not only adding extra memory to your laptop but doing so with a device that's nearly as quick to read and write data as your built-in SSD. Add a rugged design and IP55-certified resistance to dust particles and water to the mix and you've got yourself the best external hard drive you can add to your laptop this holiday season. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD - From $86 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/dE3A"] Best Value External Hard Drive - portability joins affordability If you only need external storage for preserving movies, photos, and other types of data that you don't have to read at ultra-high speeds, buying a traditional optical hard drive is a great way to save some money. The currently most sensibly priced option on the market is the Seagate Backup Plus Slim which comes in four configurations, up to 5TB in capacity, and offers decent mid-range performance in a sturdy body. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Seagate Backup Plus Slim - From $54 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/XE301G"] Best Laptop Headphones - premium audio on the go The Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) are the ultimate option for ultra-premium audio on the go that work both wirelessly and wired, which makes this pair of over-ear headphones a perfect companion for your laptop. Besides cutting-edge audio, this gadget comes with Amazon's Alexa built-in, as well as Google Assistant support, so you can easily switch between using it in conjunction with your smartphone and laptop. Noise cancelation, countless customization options, and a sleek, sturdy design are just the icing on this audiophile cake. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) - $349 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/V97om"] Best Value Laptop Headphones - enjoy quality audio without breaking the bank If you enjoy quality audio almost as much as you enjoy being frugal, look no further than the Sennheiser RS120, a pair of extremely value-oriented wireless headphones that even comes with its own stylish charging stand. While it doesn't work over Bluetooth (which is the main reason why it's so affordable in the first place), it has an effective range of 120 feet once set up, which is more than you should ever need. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Sennheiser RS120 - $79 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/pLO2"] Best USB Stick - the most convenient storage of them all USB 3.0 read/write speeds paired with the manufacturing line from an established brand, intuitive password protection support, and a five-year warranty are a winning combination as far as USB sticks are concerned, making the SanDisk Ultra Flair an amazing buy if you want to add a bit of extra storage to your laptop, and that's even without accounting for its sturdy design. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="SanDisk Ultra Flair 128GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive - From $25 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/n0Rt"] Best Laptop Cooling Pad - keep a cool head and a cooler CPU If you're on the hunt for a laptop cooling pad, you surely want the best performance, which is exactly what this gadget from Tree New Bee delivers while keeping a sensible price and providing you with the option of choosing between four or five fans. Besides the fans themselves, the metal frame of this accessory is also great at conducting heat away from your laptop, so if you game a lot, stress your portable computer in other ways, or have a loved one who does, the Tree New Bee Cooling Pad is a great investment. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Tree New Bee Cooling Pad - From $22 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/0bsIu"] Best Laptop Stand - one accessory for countless scenarios The best way to find out you can't live without a good laptop stand is to try using one, then going back to being hunched over your portable computer for an extended time period. The traditional Lamicall Laptop Notebook Stand is arguably the most versatile and value-oriented offering on the market that can rotate 360 degrees, support virtually every laptop size out there, and help keep your computer cool by improving the air flow around it. Coupled with a 12-month money-back guarantee, there's little reason not to invest in this accessory if you're on the lookout for a quality laptop stand. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Lamicall Laptop Notebook Stand - From $29 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/MRzL"] Most Ingenious Laptop Accessory - why didn't we think of that? Have you ever heard of a laptop cooler? Not a cooling pad but an actual cooler? That's exactly what the Opolar LC05 is; an external cooler that you attach to your laptop in order to improve the air flow inside it and suck dust particles out of it. The gadget reduces the temperature of your device by up to 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius), working to both minimize the impact of any produced heat and the loudness of your laptop fans. For a couple of bucks extra, you can even get a model with a temperature display that lets you monitor the state of your portable computer in real time and with no extra computing power needed. [product-btn provider="other" size="large" text="Opolar LC05 Laptop Cooler - From $25.99 (Amazon)" link="http://geni.us/HAhxA"]
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