Top Must-Have Tech Accessories for 2024

Chosen theme: Top Must-Have Tech Accessories for 2024. Explore the essential gear that upgrades your everyday tech life—practical, portable, and delightfully clever. Read on, share your picks in the comments, and subscribe for fresh accessory deep-dives.

Power and Charging, Reinvented

GaN chargers get smaller and smarter

Gallium nitride chargers deliver high output in pocketable sizes, powering laptops and phones from one sleek brick. On a long layover in Lisbon, a tiny GaN unit kept my laptop streaming and phone topped off while every nearby outlet was spoken for. Tell us your go-to charger.

Qi2 magnetic chargers improve alignment and efficiency

Qi2’s magnetic alignment helps reduce heat and charging waste, snapping your phone into the sweet spot with a satisfying click. Nightstand stands double as tidy cable management and glanceable clocks. Do you prefer a flat pad or a tilt stand for notifications at a glance?

Power banks with fast refill and passthrough charging

Modern power banks offer USB-C PD, digital readouts, and fast self-charging, so you can top up the bank during a coffee break. Airline-friendly capacities still handle weekend trips. Share your ideal capacity and how many ports you actually use in a crunch.

Audio on the Move

Active noise cancelling earbuds now mix adaptive modes with stronger wind resistance and longer playtime, making them perfect for working in cafes or flying red-eye. I once finished a deadline on a roaring train thanks to ANC. What environments do you need to silence most?

Audio on the Move

Open-ear and bone-conduction models keep you connected to the world while streaming podcasts or calls, ideal for runs at dusk or desk work with coworkers nearby. No ear fatigue, no isolation. Would you use open-ear audio during workouts, commutes, or both?

Audio on the Move

The newest Bluetooth stacks emphasize stability, lower power draw, and multipoint connections for seamless hopping between laptop and phone. Improved mics and beamforming tame street noise on calls. Subscribe for our upcoming guide to pairing workflows without awkward dropouts.

Connect Everything: Hubs and Docks

Featherweight hubs provide HDMI, USB-A, SD, and Ethernet in a palm-sized shell. I’ve edited photos in a mountain cabin using just a travel hub and a camera card—no hotel desk required. What port do you miss most when you leave the office?

Connect Everything: Hubs and Docks

Serious docks deliver charging and multiple displays with tidy cable routing, ideal for permanent desks and hybrid offices. A single cable can handle power, peripherals, audio, and displays, clearing visual noise. Share your dream dock setup and monitor count.

Connect Everything: Hubs and Docks

Look for certified USB-C and USB4 cables with proper e-marker chips to handle high wattage and data reliably. Labeling your cables saves headaches later. Want a checklist of cable icons and ratings? Subscribe and we’ll send a printable cheat sheet.

Work Anywhere: Portable Displays and Input

Slim, powered-by-USB-C displays add precious screen real estate for timelines, chats, or reference docs. I drafted slides on a balcony while a portable panel mirrored edits flawlessly. Where would an extra screen boost your day—client pitches, coding sprints, or photo culling?

Storage and Backups You’ll Actually Use

Portable NVMe SSDs with hardware encryption

Tiny NVMe SSDs deliver blazing transfers and optional hardware encryption for peace of mind if a bag goes missing. I’ve offloaded 4K footage on-site in minutes. What’s your ideal balance of speed, capacity, and ruggedness for creative work?

Card readers that keep creators moving

A reliable card reader is the unsung hero for photographers and videographers, turning break time into import time. Consider dual-slot designs and tethered cables you won’t misplace. Tell us which formats you shoot and how you tag files on the road.

The 3-2-1 rule made simple

Three copies, two different media, one offsite—mix cloud sync with a portable SSD and a home drive. Schedule backups so they happen without thinking. Want our printable backup planner? Subscribe and start protecting your work today.