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If you just picked up a MacBook Neo these are the best must have accessories that make this budget laptop feel supercharged!
These are @PaulAntill 's top USB-C hubs, peripherals, cases and skins that he recommends picking up and many of them are on sale for 30% off or more. From the best portable wireless mouse, best MacBook Neo charger, to the best vertical stand for laptops, there’s something for everyone here.
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Hey, in this video I'll be giving you my recommendations of the best MacBook Neo
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accessories that really make the most of Apple's $600 laptop. Most of them are on sale right now
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starting under $30, so I'll link those deals down below in case you want to check them out
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So let's start with an accessory that addresses one of the MacBook Neo's biggest limitations
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especially when compared to the MacBook Air and the Pro. You only get two USB-C ports. That's
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where an accessory like this can really help. This is the Anker 547, and check this out. It
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It attaches completely flush with the side of your laptop. And I happen to think that this looks like a pretty good, almost first-party accessory
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but let me know if you agree. It's got two USB-C ports, two USB Type-A, one HDMI, one SD, and one micro SD card slot
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So now you can connect a bunch of your devices, including monitors
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But if you'd instead prefer a hub that uses a single cable, there's the 9-in-1 pluggable USB-C hub
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which adds an additional USB Type-A and an Ethernet port. And this is what I usually pack with me anytime I know I need an ethernet connection when I'm working on the go
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Speaking of working on the go, here's how I keep my Neo protected. The Moffed Carrier Sleeve is probably the coolest accessory on this list
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It has an origami design, which lets me transform it into a laptop stand
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It has a little lip to keep it in place. Open it up, and I have either a 15 or 25 degree angle that makes the Neo much more ergonomic to type on
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And this has come in clutch so many times when I'm working. I don want to crick my neck down as much I had this exact same case since I made my MacBook Air accessories video like three years ago and you can see just how well it held up It also comes in a bunch of fun colors and it has this expandable pocket on the front for your smaller accessories
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I also like that when I'm not using it, it folds completely flat, which doubles as a really nice mousepad
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That said, if you want something a little bit more portable, skins can also be a great way to keep your shiny new laptop protected from scratches without the added bulk
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Dbrand just released their 1984 Mac Design Series, which is a fun retro throwback
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and their colors perfectly complement the new Neo. The wrap combo comes with a top and bottom for 360 coverage
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and while this won't protect the Neo from falls, it keeps the aluminum safe from scratches and minor bumps
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especially when I'm just quickly throwing this in my bag. Not to mention, this makes the laptop look especially retro
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So surprise, surprise, the MacBook Neo actually still comes with a charger, but it's only 20 watts
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If you didn't know, the Neo can actually charge faster. It supports 30-watt charging, so you're actually doing yourself a disservice by sticking with Apple's underpowered adapter
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That's where the Anker Nano 45-watt comes into play. It's smaller than most 30-watt chargers despite being significantly faster
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and I kid you not, this is my most used charger right now because I can take it basically everywhere
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I know I can charge most of my power-hungry devices, including the Neo, the Air, and it's still very pocketable
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It also has a display on the front which shows you charging speeds and the 180 degree rotation comes in clutch when plugging into those awkward outlets
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Now another potential Mac book Neo downside is that it maxes out at 512 gigabytes of storage So a portable SSD like this is going to be an easy way to upgrade your storage and copy files between other devices
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Storage prices are still pretty wild, but the Crucial X10 is currently the more reasonable choice
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I've actually been using their older X6 model for the past four years, and you can grab the latest one terabyte model
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for about 150 bucks, which is over $50 cheaper and faster than most other options right now
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So if you work with a lot of big files, don't let the Neo smaller storage scare you away
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Just grab one of these. Now, I know a lot of you probably already have a nice wireless mouse that you like using
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but if you don't or you just want a good budget pick that's also great for taking on the go
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there's the Logitech Pebble mouse. This is one of the best portable mice that I've tested and it fits perfectly in the mouse sleeve
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The mouse on its own goes for around $20, but you can also bundle it with the Pebble keyboard for around $30 more
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That said, if you're also looking for a solid desktop solution, maybe something a little bit more sophisticated, check out the MX Master 4
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This is my favorite ergonomic mouse. It has quick action buttons and a side scroll wheel for navigating more quickly and even has haptic feedback for its built-in shortcuts menu
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Super handy. And speaking of desktop setups, you may have noticed that my Neo is vertically held up in this beautiful wooden stand
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I am a sucker for wooden accessories, especially ones that look and feel this premium
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This is the Nuvo Grain, and if I asked you how much this costs, what would you guess
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Clayton, what do you think? 50. 50 Okay It 17 bucks right now which I think is pretty crazy This is the nicest adjustable wooden stand i could find for under 20 bucks and it has overwhelmingly positive reviews
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i went with the darker walnut finish but they also have a really nice light bleach too if that's
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more your aesthetic okay and finally since the macbook neo is apple's most budget-friendly laptop
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i know this is going to be the first mac os device for a lot of you if you find yourself
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in that camp or you're just not as familiar with the best keyboard shortcuts for Mac
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then this little sticker might just be the answer. It has a ton of handy shortcuts
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including everything from copy and paste, spotlight search, and full screen mode
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When I made my full-time switch over to Mac in 2020, I had to Google these shortcuts constantly
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but if I knew a sticker like this existed, that would have made the transition way easier. So
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don't stress about making the switch over like I did. This $6 sticker is here to help
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So those are the best accessories they can get for the MacBook Neo right now
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This might be a budget laptop, but these accessories will really give you that premium experience
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So leave a comment letting me know which one is your favorite. You can find the best deals for everything I shared linked down below
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Don't forget to like and subscribe. Follow me to see what other cool tech I'm reviewing. And until the next one, I'll catch you later
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I was like, this is 20. I thought it would be like a fake wood or like plastic
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This feels real, maybe, but yeah. I feel like the grain there feels really nice
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Yeah, check this out
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