iPad Pro Essentials: Best On-the-Go Accessories!

Discover the best accessories for the new 11-inch M4 iPad Pro! From the Waterfield Messenger Bag to innovative USB-C cables and power banks, I cover everything you need to enhance your iPad experience.
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WaterField iPad Messenger Bag
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11-inch M4 iPad Pro
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Apple Pencil Pro
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M4 iPad Pro Magic Keyboard
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AirPods Pro 2
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Magtame USB-C Cable
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Magtame Right Angle USB-C Connector
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Baseus USB-C Cable
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Anker Cables
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Anker 3-in-1 Foldable Plug Power Bank (5K)
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Anker Prime 27,000mAh Power Bank
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OWC Envoy Pro Mini
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OWC Elektron SSD
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Anker SD Card Reader
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HyperShop USB-C Hub for iPad
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Anker 8-in-1 USB-C Hub
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USB-C to USB-A Adapter
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ATR 2100X USB-C Mic
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Chapters ➡
00:00 Introduction
00:25 iPad Pro Messenger Bag
01:23 Magic Keyboard + Apple Pencil
01:39 USB-C Cables
03:02 Power Banks
04:57 Portable SSDs
05:47 USB-C Hubs
07:33 USB Microphone
08:27 HDMI Capture Device
08:58 USB Webcams
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[@sonictonic_]

Some awesome looking picks here. Thanks!

[@beardfm]

Appreciate it!

[@opiapr]

Perfect timing I was researching the Waterfield last night and couldn’t find any video except the WB promo. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@beardfm]

Haha well I'm glad you found this!

[@ascolletti]

so happy to see Waterfield featured in a review video. Love their products and brand. That crossbody is definitely my next purchase.

[@beardfm]

Love their stuff for sure!

[@texasjherrera]

Great accessories! Thanks for making this video.

[@beardfm]

Appreciate that!

[@hypernova7]

Love the Anker SD reader, it is great. That magnetic cable and Nomad charger are tempting me though, not to mention those mics.

[@beardfm]

The Nomad is so small and thin, it's great for travel!

[@cheehong8018]

I like your video! It’s very helpful. But do you have any recommendations of usb-c adapter to 3.5mm headphones jack for iPad Pro 12.9? I mean just a simple adapter not like 2 in 1 or multi function

[@jerrybooth866]

Congratulations! You are my new tech guy. Your content and recommendations are the best in the business. You are amazing!

[@beardfm]

Truly appreciate that 🙏🏻 means a lot!

[@RRH12]

Hey Stephen, new sub here. Thanks to you I just made a pretty good order from Waterfield, first time I’ve seen the brand. Liked your videos and actually looking into opening a KZbin channel (none tech related lol). Would be great some guidance from you!

[@xtracredit]

Hi Stephen, Thanks for the video. As always, you cost some money with your excellent recommendations. Question: I just purchased the 13" iPad Pro and am facing the problem that most magnetic stands, like the CharJen stand, are encountering with the magnet placement on the new iPad. Do you have any recommendations for iPad stands?

[@beardfm]

You're welcome! And there are not many options yet with updated magnets, but this seems to be the first and a few viewers are getting one: kuxiu.co/products/kuxiu-x33-pro-max-stand

[@crobat7396]

Regarding those magnetic "magsafe" USB-C charging dongles - convenient as they are, they are also generally unsafe and may harm the device you're charging. I'd advise staying away from those.

[@beardfm]

Because of the magnets? Given the amount of magnets in the cases, folios, MagSafe batteries and other charges I all put int he same bag, these don't have a negative effect at all.

[@crobat7396]

​@@beardfm It's not about the magnets - it's about how such cables are inherently non-complaint with the USB-C spec because the spec itself does not lay out any standards for magnetic charging, as well as how such cables may potentially expose high voltage on the conductors There is a sticky post on r/usbchardware on why such cables could be potentially dangerous. In particular I'd highlight the comments made by u/laughingman11.

[@PatrioticRottweiler]

I also have the M4 iPad 11” and got the Statik 360 Pro magnetic USBC cables and these work great I bought one 3’ cord and five 6’ cords. These work with most any device.

[@BV35]

Hey Stephen I enjoyed the video and subscribed to your channel. 2 quick questions- do u miss the size of the 13” for Productivity? - also the SF bag - that looked like the “compact size” does it fit an letter size notebook? Thanks will catch up on some of your videos. Thanks

[@beardfm]

Appreciate that! I don’t miss the 13”, but I also have a 14” MacBook Pro I can use when needed. If this will act as mobile computer too, maybe go 13”. And yes, I have the compact size and the larger pocket (non iPad) should fit a letter size notebook without issue.

[@macintoshmac]

Wow, you got airpods max 10 years ago. I’m so jealous because my 1st AirPods was release in 2017, 7 years ago 😁🤣

[@beardfm]

😏 😏

[@ortiz3m]

would love you to do a review on the new Logitech combo, touch, keyboard folio case

[@beardfm]

Trying to get my hands on it for sure!

[@ortiz3m]

@@beardfm I just got mine yesterday and love it. I returned my magic keyboard and apple folio case. This does both without switching case, provides protection, and cheaper. Only two issue is fingerprint magnet and the thunderbolt cut out size.

[@stephanietysinger8877]

On the Waterfield bag, are the magnet strong enough to keep the bag close when it is picked up by the handle or when the bag happens to fall horizontally?

[@beardfm]

It is! Hasn’t opened yet unless I purposely open

[@kataxx6694]

about that hypershop usbc hub that you just plug right in, will it work with your ipad if it has a case on it?

[@beardfm]

It would have to be an extremely thin case, but likely not.

[@aaronv7820]

How tight is the fit for the 11” inch? Could it fit a 12.9/13” iPad? (I want something with snug fit)

[@beardfm]

I don't think the pocket is big enough to accommodate the 13" I'd go for the larger size messenger

[@johnny6437]

Hello Stephen. One question about the Nomad charger you mentioned in the video. Does it disconnect and reconnect when a second device is plugged in? Cuz most duo port chargers behave like that. Thanks!

[@beardfm]

Hey! It doesn't disconnect, but the power per port drops. I believe the 60W goes down to 35W if a second device is plugged in.

[@johnny6437]

Thank you!

[@Chaosflo-kc9fh]

Would you know if a Sony a7c or similar Cam would fit in that bag easily?

[@beardfm]

If you detach the lens, for sure!

[@michaeljemery]

What size is the messenger bag? it comes in compact or regular.

[@beardfm]

Mine was the compact for 11". If you're going with a 13" iPad go with the regular.

[@pcolmenaresg]

Hello, is your WD messenger Shinjuku bag the compact size or the full size? Thanks

[@beardfm]

Compact! Fits the 11" iPad Pro

[@pcolmenaresg]

@@beardfm thanks for answering. Do you think the compact would fit a regular letter size folder as well? I need to carry that and an iPad pro 11" for work. I contacted Waterfield, but they weren't able to tell me. Thanks in advance!

[@MrDreamei]

what the max charging the ipad pro can take?

[@le_pinjan]

Is it 35w?

[@beardfm]

I believe it's 60W as that's what the new Magic Keyboard can deliver through the Smart Connector.

[@MrDreamei]

you were able to verify this through your cables or digital powerbank that shows the output ?@@beardfm

[@MrDreamei]

are you able to verify this with your power bank / cables?@@beardfm

[@tech4now_]

Will the M4 13 fit M2 12.9 cases

[@Honestcritic79]

No, the magnets are located in different positions.

[@beardfm]

Magnets are aligned differently. If you have a case that doesn’t utilize magnets, the physical dimensions should line up and fit

[@tech4now_]

@beardfm perfect, I love my Zugu case.

[@wolfthunder3480]

Can you make a video addressing the issue that users have been having with Apple products these days The problem about having photos/videos that have been removed for months or years suddenly reappearing

[@beardfm]

That’s an iOS 17.5 bug which seems pretty bad. I don’t have much other information on that and I imagine a small update to remedy that bug will be released soon.

[@wolfthunder3480]

@@beardfm Thank god I don’t have that issue since my first Apple product iPhone I bought it in Jan that’s probably why that’s the reason But hopefully you haven’t had this issue

[@Ric_R]

Waterfield is nice but way too expensive

[@TheBeatDungeon757]

AirPods Max did not come out two years ago

[@beardfm]

I said ten* but it was being sarcastic 😏

[@GermanGonzalez]

My wife basically acted the same way. 😅

[@666Valo777]

Propane and Propane Accessories…

[@JuanWu8034]

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