BUYER’S GUIDE
IPAD PRO ACCESSORIES
THE BEST GEAR FOR YOUR TABLET
BY DAVID AVERBACH
*All prices are for the 11-inch iPad Pro
Apple Pencil 2 ($129)
The Apple Pencil is the type of accessory that
only Apple could make. The pencil seamlessly
integrates with the iPad. From a hardware per-
spective, the pencil magnetically sticks to the
iPad, allowing it to charge wirelessly while being
securely stored. From a software perspective,
it’s built into the operating system, enabling you
to wake your iPad up with your pencil as well as
enjoy true pressure sensitivity across apps. This
is a must-have accessory for anyone who enjoys
art, taking notes by hand, or making any type of
markups on their iPad.Zagg Glass+ Visionguard ($59.99)
I can’t tell you how many iPads I’ve seen that were no
longer functional because of their shattered screens.
Make sure you’re not only protecting your investment
with a rugged case, but also with a glass screen protec-
tor. Zagg is one of my favorite brands when it comes
to screen protection. Its glass screen protectors are
both high quality and easy to install. What makes the
Visionguard screen protector truly stand out is that it
not only protects your iPad from you (and your acciden-
tal drops), but it also protects you from your iPad. The
Visionguard blocks out blue light which can cause eye
strain and has been shown to affect quality of sleep.Brydge Pro ($149.99)
The fi rst time I attached a wireless keyboard to my iPad Pro, I was amazed at
how much it helped my productivity. Not only does a keyboard make typing a lot
quicker, but there are also a variety of keyboard shortcuts that make multitask-
ing more functional. The Brydge Pro is by far my favorite iPad keyboard that I’ve
tested. It’s made of machined aluminum that matches the iPad’s fi nish, and the
keyboard’s hinge design makes your iPad look a little like a MacBook. The hinge
system also allows you to view your display at any angle, which I love, and the
backlit keys are really helpful for low-light use.HyperDrive 6-in-1 USB-C Hub ($89.99)
Apple switched the iPad Pro to a USB-C
connector so that it could support more
accessories. However, many accessories still
don’t utilize USB-C connectors. The Hyper-
Drive is an excellent solution for this prob-
lem; it plugs into the USB-C port of your iPad
so it can connect to a variety of different port
types. The HyperDrive supports microSD so
that you can easily sync photos with your
DSLR camera, an ethernet cable in case you
want to connect to wired internet, a USB-A
port for older accessories, and my personal
favorite, a headphone port. It also has a
USB-C port with pass-through charging, so
you can charge your iPad while using the
other accessories. Finally, the HyperDrive is
made from high-quality machined metal that
looks sleek and matches your iPad.Speck Presidio Pro Folio ($59.95)
Selecting the right case for an iPad is not just about protecting your
device; it’s also about fi nding a case that holds your iPad at the correct
angle for you. Folio-style cases are my preferred type, because I can
balance my iPad securely from both seated and reclined positions, and
the screen is properly angled. The Speck Presidio Pro Folio offers excel-
lent protection without being bulky, and even has a built-in slot for your
Apple Pencil.MUST-HAVE
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