Papa ’s got a brand fresh bag . Several grip , in fact : Our latest roundup of Mac gear features all sort of ways to keep your computer safe from lettuce , drop , hacking , and your dirty , dirty hands .
Booq’sViper Courierbag comes in two models : one for 13 - column inch laptops for $ 100 and a 15 - column inch version for $ 110 . The line is a cross between a computer sleeve and a slim bag , and it ’s made with piss - repellant stuff to ensure your MacBook does n’t encounter accidents and scratches while you ’re on the go .
This company ’s newHackShield BackpackandHackShield Messenger Bag(pictured ) are each built to keep your Mac laptop unassailable from both strong-arm and wireless threat . The grip feature Fidlock fasteners to prevent theft , and they also shield your computer with a blocking fabric designed to prevent radio signals from get in or out — reducing the possibilities of being hack while you ’re on the go .
The $ 750G - Dock EV with Thunderboltfeatures two obliterable voiceless drives that offer a total of 2 TB of memory . construct for your video - editing workflow , the EV is also Time Machine compatible . It ’s made of Al , and it ’s compatible with Macs run type O ecstasy 10.7 or later .
Logitech’s$70 Ultrathin Touch Mouse T631 for Mac is a wireless input twist that complement Apple ’s various MacBook models . Designed for travel , it ’s thin enough to sneak into your computer bag without tote up much mass , and the touch surface on top net ball you take advantage of OS X ’s Multi - Touch gestures . Like Logitech ’s Easy - Switch keyboards , the T631 can pair with two computers at once , letting you easily exchange between them .
agree to the company , one minute of charge meter ( via your information processing system ’s USB port ) yield you an 60 minutes of body of work time .
Updated 8/30/13 , 12:30pm : Logitech says the T631 can copulate with two computers at once , not three .
The $ 299Icon DACis digital - to - audio frequency converter and headphone amplifier that delivers an “ audiophone - grade ” experience when play music from your Mac . All this technical school is packed inside a high - caliber aluminium case , check it ’ll be around to raise your euphony for years to come .
The $ 149AC Quickylets your older MacBook , MacBook Pro , or MacBook Air haul up to the newer 802.11ac wireless criterion . Just plug the Quicky into a USB port on any Mac extend OS X 10.4 or by and by , and you ’ll be able to connect to any Apple - quick wireless access full point .
The $ 30Presto Gigabit Ethernet Adapterbrings Gbit wired networking to USB 3.0 - equipped Macs that do n’t otherwise include an ethernet port . Just plug it in to your Mac ’s USB larboard , and plug away an ethernet cable television service into the other remnant of the adapter . ( The Presto is also compatible with USB 2.0 ports , though performance will be slower . )
Here ’s some relief for your poor , overworked wrists . The $ 30SurfacePad for MacBook Proprovides a “ warm weather work surface ” on your laptop computer , also help to preserve that MacBook ’s resale value by keep the palmrests free of the grime and oils . The SurfacePad for MacBook Air debuted a while back ; this interlingual rendition expands the line to fit 13 - column inch and 15 - inch MacBook Pro model .
Also new from Twelve South is the $ 35GhostStand . This unclouded , lucite stand holds your MacBook aloft at a better viewing height ( specifically , six in off the desk ) when using an external keyboard and mouse / trackpad , or alongside a separate exhibit . subdued , silicone polymer rails on the top keep your MacBook safe and secure , while tally railing on the bottom keep the stand in place .
You ’ve probably seen the late reports claiming that sit at a desk all day will kill you … eventually , though sooner than if you did n’t ride . Or something like that . The newVarideskline lease you easily switch between standing and sitting at your desk . The Varidesk rises into position to let you keep working while you resist , and then collapses for a sitter ’s view when your legs need a sleep . The crinkle is n’t just for laptops , either — poser can accommodate even full - sized Macs .
If you liked this roundup of Mac accessories, check out the previous edition,Amped.
