The Best Mac Accessories (your choice)

smoge · Dec 7, 2012, 02:00 PM

Like a lot of people, Ive just got my first mac (21.5" iMac) and wondering what accessories people would recommend to a first time mac buyers.

iMarvin · Dec 7, 2012, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by smoge

Like a lot of people, Ive just got my first mac (21.5" iMac) and wondering what accessories people would recommend to a first time mac buyers.

magic trackpad!

MCAsan · Dec 7, 2012, 02:46 PM

Time capsule

mac jones · Dec 7, 2012, 03:04 PM

Just make sure you buy the Apple trackpad and keyboard. They are the best. trust me.

I would get 'quality' thunderbolt drive also. They are really expensive, but you can get refurbs occasionally for a doable price.

mslide · Dec 7, 2012, 03:47 PM

A non-Apple, ergonomic mouse unless you're into just using a trackpad. I'd also recommend a good, ergonomic keyboard (i.e. not the Apple keyboard).

jjk454ss · Dec 7, 2012, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by iMarvin

magic trackpad!

Magic Trackpad is so great

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smoge · Dec 8, 2012, 02:00 PM

Anyone recommend the mobee magic charger?

Pimptastic · Dec 8, 2012, 03:53 PM

Twelve South Bassjump

nissan.gtp · Dec 8, 2012, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by smoge

Anyone recommend the mobee magic charger?

I have one, works great. I'd recommend it if you need/want a mouse.

CtotheP · Dec 8, 2012, 06:07 PM

Logitech K750 solar keyboard plus any unifying Logitech mouse

KylePowers · Dec 8, 2012, 06:38 PM

External hard drive for Time Machine!

I have a trackpad, but totally never use it. I love the one on my MBA though, so not too sure why the desktop version never clicked.

I also have the Apple battery charger, but it's probably a tad overpriced honestly.

Thunderbolt to HDMI adapter (either Monoprice or Amazon).

And depending on your uses, an Apple TV is awesome. My media library is on my iMac, so they work together flawlessly!

I also just got a portable blu-ray drive for backing up my blu-ray collection. Definitely helpful.

Snarl · Dec 8, 2012, 06:56 PM

although a little pricey Time Capsule is great, an excellent router and backup solution in one package.

Dec 7, 2012, 02:00 PM	#1
smoge macrumors regular Join Date: Jun 2011	The Best Mac Accessories (your choice) Like a lot of people, Ive just got my first mac (21.5" iMac) and wondering what accessories people would recommend to a first time mac buyers.
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MCAsan macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jul 2012	Time capsule __________________ Retina MBP 2.7GHz \| 16GB \| 768G Thunderbolt Display iPhone 5 \| Black \| 64GB \| AT&T iPad 4 \| Black \| 64GB \| WiFi only
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Snarl macrumors member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Canada Eh	although a little pricey Time Capsule is great, an excellent router and backup solution in one package. __________________ Cheers; Snarl Another Guy From Canada iPad 3 64GB, iPod Touch 5G 64GB, 15" MacBook Pro, 2.6Ghz i7, GT650M, 750GB HD 7200RPM, 16GB, 1650x1080, 2TB Time Capsule, Airport Express
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Dec 7, 2012, 03:04 PM	#4
mac jones macrumors 68040 Join Date: Apr 2006	Just make sure you buy the Apple trackpad and keyboard. They are the best. trust me. I would get 'quality' thunderbolt drive also. They are really expensive, but you can get refurbs occasionally for a doable price.
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Dec 7, 2012, 03:47 PM	#5
mslide macrumors 6502a Join Date: Sep 2007	A non-Apple, ergonomic mouse unless you're into just using a trackpad. I'd also recommend a good, ergonomic keyboard (i.e. not the Apple keyboard).
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Dec 8, 2012, 02:00 PM	#7
smoge Thread Starter macrumors regular Join Date: Jun 2011	Anyone recommend the mobee magic charger?
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Dec 8, 2012, 03:53 PM	#8
Pimptastic macrumors member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Up North, UK	Twelve South Bassjump
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Dec 8, 2012, 06:07 PM	#10
CtotheP macrumors member Join Date: Mar 2011	Logitech K750 solar keyboard plus any unifying Logitech mouse
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Dec 8, 2012, 06:38 PM	#11
KylePowers macrumors 65816 Join Date: Mar 2011	External hard drive for Time Machine! I have a trackpad, but totally never use it. I love the one on my MBA though, so not too sure why the desktop version never clicked. I also have the Apple battery charger, but it's probably a tad overpriced honestly. Thunderbolt to HDMI adapter (either Monoprice or Amazon). And depending on your uses, an Apple TV is awesome. My media library is on my iMac, so they work together flawlessly! I also just got a portable blu-ray drive for backing up my blu-ray collection. Definitely helpful.
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