If you’re in the market for a smartwatch, and have a few dollars to spare, Series 5 offers more than any Apple Watch before it.
It took the fifth iteration of the Apple Watch to convince PCMag’s lead software analyst Michael Muchmore that it’s a worthy purchase. But there are lots of reasons to pick up a predecessor, too. Series 4 has been discontinued but a Series 3 can be had for $200 less than the newest model.
Whichever Apple Watch you choose, you’re going to want some accessories to go along with it. Our picks help you keep your watch charged, make it look like a modern-art showpiece, and pack it up perfectly. They work with every model of Apple Watch unless otherwise indicated
When you want to share what you’re listening to without the burden of carrying anything too heavy, connect this tiny, clippable Candywirez speaker to Bluetooth via your watch.
The Ember Travel Mug keeps drinks at a specified temperature through a commute or a day at the office. Using it with the Apple Watch app ups its portability.
Native Union partnered with La Boite Concept for a speaker that is a thing of beauty in terms of looks, sound, and function. The speaker slides open to cables and chargers, including for Apple Watch, so that its surface can be used as a wireless charger.
HoldMyBands Compatible with Apple Watch Charging Stand and Bands Holder
If you have a wardrobe of bands for your Apple Watch, you need a place to keep them. This case keeps eight of them and a charger organized and ready to go.
For full protection of the Apple Watch face, get a Juuk case. Or two. This two-pack has one clear and one rose-gold-trimmed protective cover. They’re made of TPU and don’t stand in the way of touch-screen functionality.
Twelve South TimePorter Accessory Travel Case + Bedside Charging Stand
If you have room for just one travel companion, make it the all-in-one Twelve South TimePorter. It stores the Apple Watch, some extra bands, and a charge. It can also be used to wirelessly charge the Watch.
The Belkin Valet Charger is a 6,700mAh portable battery that can charge an iPhone and an Apple Watch simultaneously, making it an ideal travel accessory.
This durable Native Union Belt Watch Charger is an everyday essential to keep in your bag to make sure your Apple Watch is always charged. It stays tangle-free, has a 4-foot reach, and a handy leather snap to keep it tidy.
Chandra is senior features writer at PCMag.com. She got her tech journalism start at CMP/United Business Media, beginning at Electronic Buyers’ News, then making her way over to TechWeb and VARBusiness.com. Chandra’s happy to make a living writing, something she didn’t think she could do and why she chose to major in political science at Barnard Co… See Full Bio
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