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Title: The best iPad accessories for 2025

Date: Tue, 27 May 2025 09:00:36 +0000
Link: https://www.engadget.com/computing/accessorie...

Finding the best iPad accessories can seriously upgrade your tablet
experience, whether you're using it to sketch, binge your favorite shows or
stay productive on the go. With the right gear, you can customize your iPad
setup to match your needs ΓÇö from a slim folio for iPad that protects your
screen to a magic keyboard case that turns it into a full-blown laptop
alternative. And if youΓÇÖre rocking the new iPad Air 11-inch, there are even
more tailored options to get the most out of your device.

Accessories aren't just about looks, either. Swapping out worn pencil tips,
grabbing a longer Lightning cable or finding the right stand can make a big
difference in how smoothly you move through your favorite apps. Whether
you're upgrading for work, creativity or just everyday convenience, there's
no shortage of smart picks out there to make your iPad even more powerful
(and fun).

Table of contents

Which iPad generation do you own?

iPad cases

iPad stands and docks

iPad keyboards and mice

iPad stylus

iPad chargers

iPad screen protectors

Which iPad generation do you own?

Before you splurge on a bunch of accessories, you should double check which
iPad generation you own. There are a couple of ways to do this: first, you
can check the back of your tablet for its model number, which will start with
an ΓÇ£AΓÇ¥ and end with a series of numbers. You can also go into Settings on
your iPad, then General and look up the model number in the top section. If
you see a series of letters and numbers with a slash (ΓÇ£/ΓÇ£) in it, just
tap that to reveal the iPadΓÇÖs true model number.

The most important iPad details to consider before buying accessories are the
charging port, screen size and Apple Pencil compatibility. Most iPads now
have USB-C charging, save for the now discontinued 9th-gen iPad that still
requires a Lightning cable. Make sure to double check your iPadΓÇÖs screen
size before buying a folio for iPad or a screen protector ΓÇö especially if
you have the new iPad Air 11-inch. As for the Apple Pencil, check out this
guide to how to choose the right Apple Pencil (and even replacement pencil
tips) to make sure you're getting the right one for the tablet you have.

Best iPad accessories for 2025 iPad cases

iPad stands and docks

iPad keyboards and mice

iPad stylus

iPad chargers

iPad screen protectors

If youΓÇÖre a heavy user of the Apple Pencil or some other stylus, you should
consider getting a screen protector for your new iPad. They pull double-duty:
Not only do they act as a first line of defense if your iPad goes careening
onto concrete, but they can also enhance the digital drawing and writing
experience. Using a stylus on an iPad is strange at first because gliding the
stylus nib over a glass surface feels nothing like ΓÇ£normalΓÇ¥ writing.
Matte screen protectors can get closer to replicating the pen-on-paper
experience, and they also prevent the stylus nib from wearing down as
quickly.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at
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