Must-Have Accessories for your M5 MacBook Pro

The MacBook Pro keeps some essential pro ports like a 3.5 mm audio jack and a full-sized SD card reader. But if you need legacy ports or to connect to multiple monitors or hardware then you should consider a Thunderbolt 5 docking station. The Kensington EQ Pro allows you to do this in a slick and versatile way adding legacy USB-A ports, additional USB-C and ThunderBolt 5 ports, and even sports an internal chamber for expandable storage. It's expensive, but it's also the top-choice TB5 dock we've reviewed.

While a designer's eye may be their most important tool, having a monitor with impeccably accurate colour accuracy goes a long way too! The 32 inch ProArt monitor from ASUS is a 4K HDR monitor designed with visual content creators in mind. Not only are the colours beautiful, ASUS Flicker-Free and Ultra-Low Blue LIght is designed to reduce the strain on those oh-so-important eyes!

The Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 is a powerful headset that sounds as good as it looks. Available in 3 different colours with up to 60 hours of battery run-time, these headphones also feature the ability to turn on noise cancellation so you can tune out the world around you, or with the press of a button turn it off to rejoin your surroundings.

The Tomtoc Voyage-A10 Laptop Sleeve comes in a number of sizes and colours. A microfibre interior protects your computer from scratches while the memory foam cushioning protects it from outside impacts. The ultra-slim design saves space in your bag, and a built-in front pocket is perfect for bringing along your charging cables and earphones.

The MacBook Pro has a little more heft to it than the Air, so you may need to give your back a break. This backpack from WITZMAN can easily convert to be carried on your back, over your shouler, or by hand. The main laptop compartment fits a 15.6 inch laptop and there is lots of storage for your accessories and other items you may be travelling with. This bag, available in 4 different colours, can easily expand from 8 to 10.1 inches and has the perfect dimensions to stow under your seat or in an overhead bin while flying!

With five custom programmable buttons, the Logitech G Pro X Superlight mouse offers championship versatility in a sleek, lightweight package. Weighing in at 60 grams and 95-hour battery life, this mouse delivers premium performance with precision accuracy, great for gaming or productivity. It charges via USB-C so no need for batteries or a special charging cable!

As convenient as the built-in keyboard is, sometimes your fingers need a little more room to do their walking. The wireless, rechargeable Apple Magic Keyboard is a full-size keyboard designed to easily pair (and switch between) your MacBook, iPad and iPhone (now you're texting with power!). Go weeks between charges with this keyboard suitable for both gaming and working (hello number pad!)!

A premium laptop needs a premium gaming controller, so look no further than this offering from ASUS. The Raikiri II controller features anti-drift joysticks, programmable rear buttons, dual-mode triggers, the ol' faithful D-Pad, and a skin-friendly enahnced grip for lasting comfort and no (accidental anyway) flights across the room when your buddy kills you from behind. The Raikiri II has up to 50 hours of battery life and comes with a travel case for gaming on the go!

Whether mixing sound for your next podcast episode or recording a new album, the RØDE RØDECaster Duo has you covered. With two Neutrik combo jacks (allows you to use XLR and quarter inch inputs) for conneciting instruments and microphones, four broadcast quality faders and a high-resolution touchscreen with haptic feedback, you'll be recording in no time! Dual USB-C interfaces, Bluetooth, Wifi, Ethernet, and a 2.4GHz wireless receiver for wireless microphones means there isn't much you can't connect to this unit!