M1 MacBook Recommended Accessory Guide

At popular request we have provided a list of different accessories that are compatible with the new MacBook Airs. 

Mice

Best Budget mouse:

Logitech M535 Bluetooth Mouse ~28$

Pros	Cons
Compact Reliable inexpensive up to 10 months of charge on a single AA battery	not ideal for large hands Bluetooth only (potentially an issue for some non macbook devices)

 

 

 

Best compact mouse:

Satechi M1 ~30$

Pros	Cons
Compact inexpensive rechargeable	not ideal for large hands may require more frequent charging than others

 

 

Best full size mouse

Logitech Triathalon M720 ~40$

Pros	Cons
extra customizable buttons rechargeable Connect up to 3 different devices without re-pairing comfortable for small to large hands Acts as a wired mouse while charging	more expensive than budget options only designed for right handed users

 

 

 

Best touch gesture capable mouse

Apple Magic Mouse 2 ~80$

 

Pros	Cons
Supports touch gestures (pinch to zoom, swipe etc) Compact Rechargeable battery	Price Mouse cannot be used while charging no physical scroll wheel uncomfortable for large hands

 

 

 

Cases:

Any 13.3" laptop sleeve or bag should work fine with the M1 Macbook Air Here is just an example of something that works.

13-14" laptop sleeve on amazon ~15

 

Adapters and Dongles

While your classroom will be equipped with a keyboard monitor and mouse, many have asked about buying simple adapters to use accessories at home. Here are some examples of affordable compatible options.

 

Full size USB to usb C adapter - 2 pack ~9$

Simple adapter for plugging in mice / cameras / flash drives and other full size USB devices

 

HDMI + 2 USB ports adapter ~25$

Connect two USB devices and an HDMI device (Monitor/TV/Projector etc) to your mac over a single USB-C port