The iPad Pro, especially the latest 2 generations have been great companions for pretty much
all people who want to have the versatility of a powerful, yet portable machine that can
transform from a laptop-like experience to a note-taking beast. This last part, the note-taking,
has generated a huge interest in students, who want to have a reliable paperlike experience
when jotting down in class and when outside a lecture, want to use for pretty much everything
else. Now that I’ve mentioned paper, I want to thank our Sponsor Paperlike whose screen
protector can bring any iPad writing experience to the next level, reducing muscle fatigue
caused by writing on a glass surface, making your iPad feel just like a notebook. So, with
all that in mind, I have prepared 10 iPad Pro accessories for the knowledge-hungry people
which can be used on various occasions and can take little no space when transformed
into a fully-fledged setup at the dorm for example. We all know that space is of the
essence and portability just as well. From a mini iPad desk setup to a completely on
the go fit-in-the-backpack package, this list of items might just be what you are looking
for. Let’s get to it.
Hey guys, this is E, and if you are new to the channel, welcome. My name is Iskren, and
most people call me E and let’s briefly talk about the iPad Pro. With me, I have the
11” 2020 model which I believe to be the perfect choice for anyone who wants’s to
reduce the backpack weight. The 12.9” would work just as well, but I do find it better
suited the creators out there, the people who rely heavily on the bigger display. If
you are about to purchase an iPad Pro, be sure to check out my thoughts on it and the
size comparison video that I released not long ago, both of which I’ll make sure to
link right below the like button.
Talking about bigger screens, the first item in this accessories video is a portable monitor
by a company called Lepow. I don’t know why every time I say the name Lepow I think
about comics and sounds effects. The company actually offers a very compelling product
with this 15.6-inch portable monitor. It is very well put together, coming in a sturdy
metal-like package and a very iPad like smart-cover that can be used as a stand. The entire thing
is only 1.76 pounds and fits in pretty much all backpacks. The monitor produces Full HD
1080P resolution and decent color reproduction. What’s interesting here is the fact that
it is USB-C powered and can run solely from the iPad Pro, just using one cable. Sure,
on many occasions, we witness the black bars on both left and right, but if a black background
is used, things are starting to look very nice. Also, apps that support external displays,
like YouTube and Netflix take great advantage of the monitor. Lepow comes with built-in
speakers, but I wouldn’t rely on them.
What I would rely on is a pair of on-ear headphones by a company called Status and specifically
their BT One model. I have a full review of these bad boys which I’ll link in the description.
Basically ever since I got them I’ve been raving to people around me as to how good
they are. Coming at an extremely reasonable price (too reasonable if you ask me), these
USB-C Bluetooth headphones sound absolutely stunning. With 30 hours of battery life and
a unique balance of excitement and accuracy, when it comes to sound I can’t recommend
them enough. Extremely comfortable to wear, they even come in an awesome, protective carrying
pouch.
You might’ve noticed the unique monitor stand and angle combo that I came up with,
which is actually part of the keyboard that I am about to show you. It is by Logitech,
model number K780 and although not new on the market, this keyboard has thousands of
reviews on Amazon all of which are 5 stars. I agree with the mass, saying that this multi-device
keyboard is great to type on and very versatile thanks to this top ridge that can hold not
only a monitor, your tablet, but pretty much any device that you can connect with. I always
forget how long it lasts when it comes to battery because and I feel it has some sort
of Perpetuum mobile magic that Logitech put inside. It can connect with up to 3 devices
and you can switch between them faster than any other keyboard that I’ve tried so far.
Although this is a full-sized keyboard, it has a very slim profile and it’s not very
heavy for when you want to throw it in your backpack.
Alongside the keyboard and thanks to iOS 14, I have a Logitech MX Anywhere mouse which
just like the keyboard can connect with up to 3 devices. Resembling it’s bigger siblings
(the MX Masters) this smaller mouse comes with slick design and 3 additional programmable
buttons, not counting the scroll wheel. It is light for a Bluetooth mouse and easily
fits any desk and backpack. Even though it’s small in size, it is actually very comfy to
use for longer periods of time.
The nervous system of this operation and the tool that allows this monitor setup to work
as a desk setup is the Hyperdrive USB-C hub that is important because it allows power
delivery and of course the ability to connect all sorts of other devices to your iPad. It
is specifically designed for the 2018 and 2020 iPads and fits snug along the edges and
if you want to match your iPad color with it, you can do that because it comes in both
Silver and Space Grey.
Going back to the iPad I want to mention 2 more accessories one of which is the pillar
of student education and that is the Apple pencil. I wish this thing existed back when
I was in college. Having the iPad without the pencil makes no sense to me at all, especially
if you are seriously into notes. There’s still no real competitor for the apple pencil
and in particular this 2 generation version. Charging it makes all the sense in the world
because you can just detach it, knowing that it has a full battery and immediately start
writing down what matters.
The second accessory that I want to mention comes from today’s video sponsor Paperlike.
It is a screen protector, but in fact, it is much more than that. The purpose of Paperlike
is not only to protect your iPad from the elements but to provide you with a more effortless
experience when you use your apple pencil. Although the pencil works amazing, writing
on glass can be a bit unnatural. With Paperlike, the pencil glides just like a real pencil
would, on real paper. It even sounds like one. The matte-like texture on Paperlike preserves
your apple pencil tip and almost turns your tablet into a real notebook. Another one of
my favorite features of Paperlike is the matte, anti-glare finish that makes enjoying the
iPad in the sun possible and also - goodbye fingerprints. In the package, you get 2 Paperlike
covers, all the installation accessories, and detailed instructions to make your application
effortless. Paperlike is available for all iPad sizes and ships worldwide for free, so
to get your hands on it hit the link in the description below!
For when you want to kick back and relax, number 8 in this list is the Steelseries Nimbus
+ Gaming controller. Although you can use PS4 and Xbox controllers with the iPad, Numbus
can give you more. It is the official Apple-licensed wireless controller that works with all Apple
products. The + version of it means that you not only can use it with the iPad, but you
can attach your iPhone on it and knock yourself out, enjoying 50 hours of gameplay on a single
charge. It is extremely durable with Hall Effect magnetic sensors for long-lasting precision
and a consistently smooth feel.
The second to last item that I want to show you is something that I featured recently
in an EDC of mine and that is the Sandisk 1TB Extreme portable SSD. This tiny storage
device is very cute, robust, and useful no matter the occasion. If you opt for a lower
iPad storage, this would be a great addition to your everyday carry since it’s reasonable
in price and provides high speeds up to 550MB/s. It is perfect for saving and editing hi-res
photos and videos and with an IP55 rating, it holds no beef with some rain, splashes,
spills, and dust.
The final item in this list and something that I get tons of questions about is surprisingly
a backpack that I never thought might be of interest. It is by Samsonite and I’ve had
it for probably 4 years now. This version of it is no longer available for purchase
but Samsonite has released a newer Pro-DLX 5 model, which is just as comfortable, versatile,
and long-lasting. This backpack is around 14 liters and can easily fit everything that
I’ve show you so far and even more. BTW, all products will be carefully detailed in
the description below.
It’s been an absolute pleasure,
This is E
Over & Out