Smartphone Accessories

CES 2026 is now in full swing with new products all over the the place from many of the biggest names in tech. Next up we are taking a look at the latest from Twelve South – the Valet. While not the most unique implementation of wireless charging we have ever seen, the elegant new Twelve South Valet aims to provide an elegant home for your on-the-go accessories while keeping them powered up in between adventures. 

It is time for our annual look back at the best iPhone case releases of the year. This year brands were, in some cases, forced to contend with Apple’s new iPhone Air form-factor, but things were largely the same as 2024 otherwise. Our yearly iPhone case awards features some beloved brands alongside some all-new designs and a couple sleeper hits that might have slipped under your radar. 

Today, on this new edition of our 9to5Toys Travel Kit series, we’re taking a quick look at the gear I’ll actually be carrying with me for an upcoming holiday-season trip. This isn’t a work-heavy trip by any means, so I’m keeping things fairly light, while still covering the essentials – staying charged, keeping track of my stuff, and having a camera ready when I need it. Below is a quick look at the tech I’m packing into my EDC this time around, and why each of these items made the cut for the journey ahead.

I love me some Find My, and perhaps the most useful implementation of it in my life has come by way of those wonderful wallet tracker cards. Nomad’s Tracking Card (now known as the Tracking Card Air) has been a staple in my everyday carry for years and something I never leave the house without. However, the brand debuted a new Pro model this year with a metal build and much longer battery life and I have now had a chance to put this thing to the test, so let’s take a look to see if it is worth the higher price tag?

UGREEN’s 15W Qi2 3-in-1 MagFlow charger quickly became one of my favorites when I went hands-on with it earlier this year. The new model we’re checking out today builds on it with faster 25W Qi2.2 charging and a more compact design that fits better on smaller desks and packs easily for travel. I’ve been using UGREEN’s latest 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W charging station for a few weeks now, and it has honestly been an excellent upgrade – especially since my desk has gotten more crowded with some new gear. Hit the jump to learn more about this charger in detail.

Our ongoing exclusive Twelve South sale for 9to5 readers just got even sweeter – the Twelve South site has launched a last minute sale event and the exclusive 9TO52025 promo code will knock an additional 20% off the newly marked down prices. And while Amazon is now offering one of its better prices on the Twelve South PlugBug wall charger with built-in Find My at $39.99, our code will drop it down to $32 over on the official Twelve South site. 

Creating content may look easy, but anyone who’s tried it knows there’s a lot happening behind the scenes. The right gear can make a huge difference, and choosing something to gift that’s actually useful – and not wildly expensive – can be tricky. Whether they’re filming TikToks, YouTube videos, streaming, podcasting, or just trying to look better on video calls, this guide rounds up practical, creator-friendly gifts that can instantly level up their setup.

It’s that time of year and if you’re still looking for some more affordable gift ideas to stuff a stocking or to complement something you already have, we have put together a list of some of our favorite low-cost options. From mini LEGO sets and charging gear through to box openers, and even some Switch accessories, you’ll find some notable ideas waiting below starting from $6 or so.

Spigen makes some of the more interesting and affordable Apple gear accessories out there. We had a chance to take a closer hands-on look at its new Alpine-style Loop this year, as well as its Trail Loop-like model, both of which come in a fraction of the price of the official Apple options, and we just spotted its brand new DA30S Wrist Lanyard for AirPods, iPhone, your keys, and just about anything else for just $17 Prime shipped. 

We have explored many of the best full grain leather-focused accessory brands out there, but a new independent purist straight out on the lone star state was recently picked on our radar – Bluebonnet. After getting our hands-on some of its iPhone 17 cases and Apple Watch bands, we think it should probably be on yours too. 

Today Satechi is officially unveiling the latest expansion to its growing OnTheGo collection with its brand new pocket-sized 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter. Now available for purchase on the official site, this handy new gadget delivers all-in-one connectivity anywhere. 

Much like the Backbone One controller that got the Xbox Edition treatment earlier this year, the Pro model is now getting a similar facelift. The Backbone Pro – Xbox Edition is now up for grabs at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly at Backbone’s site for $179.99 shipped. That, in case you’re wondering, is $10 more than the standard Pro model that you can grab for $169.99 shipped. It offers the same functionality as the standard one, but comes with Xbox-specific buttons and shortcuts. Head below for a closer look and more details.

I have been wondering when one of my favorite accessory brands was going to release a metal Find My Wallet card that actually looks like a premium credit card – Nomad just did. The new Tracking Card Pro just debuted on the official site at $39, or you can score two of them at 10% off. Details await below. 

Today Pebbelbee is announcing its next-generation tracking devices for Apple Find My and Google Find Hub. Once again taking a platform universal approach, the 5th generation trackers come in the form of the updated Card 5 and Clip 5. Scope them out below. 

California-based SANDMARC is a well-known and beloved Apple gear accessory maker around here. It’s new metal and leather iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air cases have been a poplar option among readers and its metal Apple Watch bands are simply gorgeous (I’m wearing one right now), but the brand’s real expertise is on iPhoneography gear and it just unveiled its brand new Telephoto Tetraprism Lens Edition for iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max – head below to land an exclusive launch deal on one. 

There have been a couple major brands to unleash new 25W Qi2.2 MagSafe charging stands – the display-equipped model from Anker and the Belkin UltraCharge Pro we reviewed previously come to mind. But now, Nomad – a top-tier accessory maker and one of our favorites – is ready to unleash its very first 25W models in the form of the next-generation Stand One and Stand One Max. 

It’s true that most modern cars come equipped with a couple of USB ports or even wireless charging pads, but nothing quite matches the convenience of a dedicated charger that plugs into the auxiliary port for fast, reliable power delivery. While Amazon is packed with car chargers of every kind, the Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max model, we’re checking out today, stands out from the crowd. This unit not only features multiple ports and connectors to charge up to four devices at once, but it also swivels and rotates for flexible positioning. That means you can easily adjust it to your seating setup for added convenience. I recently took it along on a road trip, and it’s quickly become my go-to car charger. Here’s a closer look at why I believe it’s such a dependable and well-designed pick.

Belkin is one of the first brands out of the gate with new 25W MagSafe charging stands and today we are taking a hands-on look at the flagship UltraCharge Pro model. Delivering certified Qi2.2 25W charging with optional ChillBoost active cooling, let’s dive in to see if the faster charging and built-in fan are worth upgrading from the 15W model you already have.

UGREEN was among the first to roll out its Qi2.2 25W chargers, joining brands like Anker and ESR in bringing the new standard to market. We’ve already tested its Qi2 25W 2-in-1 MagSafe charger and its 10,000mAh MagSafe power bank, and now, we’re taking a closer look at the MagFlow 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W MagSafe wireless charging station. This has now become my go-to bedside charging station to power my iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. I’ve been using it on my nightstand for the past couple of weeks, and here’s a detailed look at how it’s held up.

Apple unleashed the all-new Apple iPhone Air MagSafe Battery – a tailored made magnetic power bank for the iPhone Air (you can also use it on the 17 Pro Max as you can see right here). It looks super sleek, if not slightly awkward on the wrong color iPhone Air/case setup to me, and it’s also wildly expensive for what it is – let’s take a look at some Apple iPhone Air MagSafe Battery alternatives (for a whole lot less than $99).

While somewhat divisive in terms of design, I personally love the SANDMARC iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max metal and leather cases. In previous year’s, the brand’s unique metal cage camera array protection was only available for the pro-grade iPhone models, but with the launch of Apple’s new thin-as-Air handset, it has decided to expand its reach and deliver its all-new iPhone Air Pro Leather Case in black or brown – and we have an exclusive deal for you using code 9TO5TOYS at checkout. 

Today Anker unleashed its all-new 2025 range of Prime charging gear, complete with onboard displays, 25W MagSafe action, and more. We have already detailed the early launch deals right here, as well as a feature on the brand new 25W 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Stand with onboard cooling, a display of its own, and the companion app, but now we are taking a look at the launch deal on, what is for many, another highlight from the new releases – the Anker Prime Power Bank (26K, 300W). Details below. 

Just after recently detailing the brand’s new iPhone 17 case collection, today we have secured readers an exclusive 20% off the entire collection of UAG Apple Watch bands. Compatible with the new Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Series 11, as well as previous-gen models, deals on UAG bands do not come around all too often but you can now use code 9to5watch at checkout to land a notable deals across its entire collect of models. 

Anker has now officially released its new Prime charging gear and everything is now available for purchase. All of the new gear is releasing today on Amazon and direct with launch deals across the board on the 25W Car Charger, the new Qi2.2 3-in-1 25W MagSafe stand, the 26,250mAh Power Bank, and the new 160W Anker Prime Charger. 

As you likely already know from our recent coverage, the all-new Anker Prime charging gear is officially arriving today, including a launch deal on its new 25W Prime MagSafe Charger. The new display-equipped 3-in-1 magnetic charging stand is up for sale on Amazon with a solid launch discount up for grabs after clipping the on-page coupon. 

There’s no shortage of MagSafe power banks out there these days, but this UGREEN 10,000mAh MagFlow model stands out for a big reason – it’s the world’s first Qi2.2-certified 25W portable charger. Even now – a couple of months after its debut – there aren’t many 25W Qi2 power banks readily available on the market, which makes this unit all the more remarkable. I’ve been carrying it as part of my EDC for a couple of weeks, and it’s quickly become my everyday go-to. Here’s everything you need to know about it in case you’re planning to pick one of these up.

Today Anker officially released its all-new 2025 Prime charging gear with launch deals. We have already detailed the offers on the new Anker 25W 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Stand with the color display as well as the new display-equipped 26,250mAh Prime Power Bank and the rest of the lineup right here, but let’s dive into the early discount on the new 25W MagSafe Prime car charger too. 

The next MURAKAMI drop has been revealed. CASETiFY is well known for its crossover projects with major IP, cultural institutions, pop culture franchises, and a whole lot more, but it has now officially announced a new MURAKAMI x CASETiFY Co-lab project that blurs the lines between “art history, pop culture, and personal expression” – a bunch of iPhone 17 cases covered in MURAKAMI FLOWERS. 

Right on cue, the new MUJJO leather iPhone 17 case lineup landed immediately after the new phone’s hit the virtual stage at this year’s “Awe dropping” event in Cupertino. They have been some of the best leather cases for the price for than a couple years, and now it’s time to see how its Full Leather fits on the new iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. 

Nomad is back, as expected, with a slate of new sporty and leather cases for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, as well as some Air models (more on those to come). I absolutely adored last year’s Nomad Traditional Leather Case for my iPhone 16 Pro – it is the most elegant model in the lineup if you ask me, and now it’s time to see how the new design works with Apple’s Cosmic Orange.

Arc’s Pulse bumper case for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max and the new iPhone Air are now available for purchase and we have had a chance to test one out for ourselves. These minimalist 2-piece metal bumpers were a popular option among readers last year and it’s time to make sure Arc’s treatment of the new iPhone 17 (Pro in this case) design is just as impressive as it was in year’s past. 

Twelve South – one of our favorite Apple gear accessory makers – is ready to launch its all-new iPhone 17 cases. The brand is well known for its BookBook covers that present a sort of folio-style case made to look like a vintage book, and it has issued a new model for iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. But this year it is also introducing a more minimalists, traditional, and clean case collection for Apple’s new iPhone 17 lineup, alongside matching Apple Watch bands.

It’s time to take a look at some iPhone 17 and iPhone Air screen protectors to safeguard that new Durable Ceramic Shield 2 display. We have already rounded up a giant collection of iPhone 17/Pro and iPhone Air cases alongside some deals and exclusive launch discounts on our favorites right here, now let’s protector that screen. While many folks seem to side-step the glass add-ons these days, I know more than a few that can’t do without them, some that go through several screen protectors a year, and if you’re one of them you’ll find some notable options waiting down below. 

Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone 17 lineup, and if you’re planning a preorder, you’ll want a case ready to protect it from day one. dbrand, as usual, is ahead of the curve – its new collection for the iPhone 17 actually went live days before Apple’s announcement. The lineup includes the updated Ghost 2.0 case, which dbrand guarantees won’t turn yellow over time like many other clear cases do. There’s also the fan-favorite Grip case for folks looking to get a customizable model with ultra-grippy sides. To round things out, dbrand is also offering its Prism Screen Protectors that fit right in with its cases. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details.

Happy iPhone 17 launch day folks! If you’re still looking to secure your self a case for your brand new Apple handsets, we have secured readers a series of notable exclusive deals today, not the least of which is a solid discount on all of the new cases at Nomad for today only. On top of that, we have teamed up with a host of our favorite brands to secure readers some discounts on the  brand new cases so you don’t get stuck paying full price on launch day. 

Apple has now officially revealed the iPhone 17 and this year’s fresh lineup of cases from Spigen have now arrived as well. This year the brand is bringing back a number of its tried, tested, and true models with some upgrades across the board alongside some fresh looks inspired by Apple’s design language on the new series 17 handsets. Pricing kicks off from just $14.99 Prime shipped and you can get a closer look at some of our favorite models below. 

iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models are officially launching today with lucky pre-orders landing on doorsteps this morning, and we are highlighting our exclusive discount on the new SANDMARC metal and leather iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max cases. This year’s collection is now live and you can score an exclusive discount on your order using code 9TO5TOYS at checkout. Details below. 

Happy iPhone launch day folks! We have also secured a new exclusive discount code that will drop all of the new Burton Good leather iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air cases down to new all-time low pricing. Simply apply code 9to520 at checkout to knock 20% off your order. 

The usual truckload of new iPhone 17 cases have arrived, and we have already rounded up many of our favorites with more to come. But this is the place to find all of the models that are already seeing price drops, be it exclusive deals we have secured for readers, or early launch deals brands are offering. Whether you’re looking for your forever case, or just something to keep things secure in the early days, it is at least worth a quick look to see if any of the models that are now on sale will work for you.

One of the highlights of last year’s case back offerings came courtesy of Matter HT (formerly Atom Studios). I came away quite impressed with what it had to offer for the iPhone 16 lineup, and it is back with a new collection of ultra thin and minimalist options for iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. Best of all, you can use our exclusive 9TO515 code at checkout (or jus follow any of the links in this post) to knock 15% off any of the new models. 

Moment has unleashed its new iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air cases, complete with attachments for its ecosystem of lens and filter add-ons. However, you can now land a 10% launch deal on the new cases and accessories using code IPHONE17 at checkout. This will yield the lowest prices around and ensure you land your new setup at a discount. Details below.

We have already collected together our favorite iPhone 17 and iPhone Air cases seeing notable launch deals and exclusive discounts for readers. But if you’re looking for a simple silicone cover for your new device when it arrives as early as this Friday, or perhaps a clear model just to keeps things safe in the early days, the new elago cases are live on Amazon starting from just $12.99 Prime shipped and you can knock 20% off your order when your purchase two of them. 

Moment iPhone cases and the ecosystem of lens attachments that come along with them have been a staple around here for years, and the Moment iPhone 17 Camera case has arrived. This year it is carrying models for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max as well as one for the new iPhone Air and everything is now available for purchase on the official site. 

If you were making a list of the best iPhone cases, Nomad would definitely be on it, and quite possibly at the very top. The new Leather Nomad iPhone 17 case lineup has arrived with a series of its beloved designs to match Apple’s new form-factor alongside a brand new Rugged model. These offerings also join its more sporty cases and the magnetic back case we featured last year. Proper camera buttons are at the ready on everything. Details below. 

Apple’s new iPhone 17 lineup now supports faster 25W wireless charging, but you’ll need one of the newer Qi2.2-certified chargers to unlock those speeds. A wave of fresh Qi2.2 options debuted at IFA this year just before the iPhone 17’s debut, including the UGREEN 2-in-1 MagFlow charging station we’re checking out today. I’ve been using it as my daily charger for the past few days, and here’s everything you need to know about it if planning to scoop one of these up.