Accessory maker Twelve South today launched AirFly Pro, a new version of their existing AirFly adapter for connecting your AirPods to in-flight entertainment systems and treadmills.
My nightstand is fraught with cables. Other Apple enthusiasts may suffer the same fate. I'm looking at an iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and AirPods charging cables, along with a lamp and clock. It's cluttered, at best, and not uncommon to have all devices charging at once. After becoming flustered with the mess, I turned to Twelve South to help solve some of my cable woes. I was also running out of room on the table top. My thanks to Twelve South for sending three of their top chargers for comparison.
Twelve South today extended its premium Journal case lineup to the latest iPad Pro models.
Apple-exclusive premium accessory maker Twelve South today released StayGo, a compact and lean USB-C hub featuring legacy Mac notebook ports that Apple took away from us. With StayGo, you can connect up to eight accessories to your computer or tablet, plus power.
Twelve South is one of the most popular companies making accessories for Apple products of all kinds, and now the company has yet another wireless charging option.
Apple accessory maker Twelve South today brought BookBook, its hand-crated leather cases that resemble Harry Potter spell books, to the latest iPad Pro models released in 2018.
I like Apple gear but I hate my chargers, cables and adapters mostly because I never ever have a good solution for carrying them around in style so end up throwing them in some unsightly plastic pouch. Premium Apple accessory maker Twelve South recently expanded its stylish Journal line of cases with, among other notable arrivals, a refreshed CaddySack tote made from a supple cognac leather for storing various accessories, chargers and cables.
You just arrived home after a long day and your iPhone could use some recharging. And when a guy needs some juice, what better way to juice up your iPhone than drop it on an elegant picture frame that's sitting on the table? That's right, Twelve South has created an amazing gadget that looks and behaves like a regular 5x7 picture frame but also happens to wirelessly charge your phone quickly because there's a 10-watt Qi charger hidden inside the frame.
Twelve South's minimal iPad stand, dubbed Compass, has been refreshed for Apple's latest 11 and 12.9-inch iPad Pro models for 2018—say hello to the new Compass Pro!
If you're looking to refresh your swag game, Twelve South has something for every true Apple fan out there. Some of the refreshed or new items in their fall merchandise update include a cozy hoodie sweatshirt, a new insulated tumbler for coffee addicts and more.
Company gearPremium accessory maker Twelve South doesn't just make unique, innovative Apple-exclusive accessories but one-of-a-kind merchandise.
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Some of the company gear they've created over the years includes a candle that smells like a freshly unboxed Mac (updated last year with a brand new smell, as mentioned in our hands-on video embedded above), coffee mugs in Apple’s signature white and Twelve South’s red, plus some nice Mac-themed coolers that keep your drinks chilled, to name but a few.
New & updated Twelve South merchHere's what's new in terms of Twelve South merchandize.
$25 Restart Insulated TumblerIf you need a cup (or two) of coffee in the morning to get you going or cannot focus until you've had your favorite morning kickstart, this 20-ounce tumbler might be just for you. Ideal for taking your favorite morning kickstart, like a superfood smoothie or coffee, with you, it has copper vacuum insulation that keeps your beverages hot or cold for hours.
$60 cotton blend full-zip hoodieAutumn is here and winter is coming! Good thing Twelve South unveiled a new zip-up hoodie made from a super soft cotton blend and lined in cozy fleece. Featuring a heat-sealed Twelve South logo, this stylish sweatshirt is sure to keep you warm throughout the season.
$25 Refresh double-wall insulated bottleIf you live an active life, surely you're aware of the importance of staying hydrated. Whether you're hitting the treadmill or finding zen on the yoga mat, grab this double-wall insulated bottle that will keep your water cool all day long so you stay refreshed.
$20 Drink Different 6-pack can cooler setThe updated set of different Mac-themed sayings, each with collapsible neoprene for “take-along to the beach, boat or barbecue”. According to the Charleston, South Carolina-headquartered firm, “you'll have a great time trying to get your PC friends to guess what they mean.”
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These new or refreshed items join Twelve South's existing merchandise that we previously rounded up, like their $24 baby onesie, a $24 baseball cap, a cool $29 ⌘Q Staring cotton blend T-shirt, a 6-pack can color set and more.
To explore all company gear, head over to the Twelve South Merch store.
My AirPods have served me great thus far and I don't think I ever left home once without them in the past year or so of owning a pair of these. AirPods have proved especially valuable for making phone calls, using Siri and enjoying my music just about anywhere, hands-free. My only quibble is the slippery charging case prone to accidental drops. Because it's so tiny, the charging case can be lost quite easily—I misplaced mine several times in a glove compartment of my car and even forgot it on a local bar stool and a restaurant table recently.
Introducing AirSnapAnother problem with the smoothly rounded AirPods case: it cannot be attached to anything as there's no mechanism to do so. Twelve South's new AirSnap accessory, which was unveiled less than a month ago, seems to be the right solution to these issues.
Costing just $30, it makes everything you love about AirPods more functional and convenient.
Yes, you need a case to protect your AirPods case
Designed to both protect your AirPods charging case and keep it close at hand, this burnished leather accessory features a carabiner-style metal clip which prevents AirSnap from snapping off. It makes it effortless to attach your AirPods case to a bag, backpack, belt or purse.
The black carabiner swivels, making it simple to grab or put your AirPods away.
You'll find a pair of slits at the back which were designed to make it easier to open the top flap and insert your AirPods charging case into a pouch.
The slits make it easier to open the top flap
A snap closure at the top keeps the AirPods case secure. I especially liked a handy cutout at the bottom, which gives you convenient access to Lightning charging without taking the case off. You'll also find a cool little AirSnap logo at the back of the case.
A case for a caseIf you're like me and many other AirPods fans, chances are you've dropped your AirPods charging case a few times so far. Now, Apple's case has great build quality—mine didn't break after falling on concrete and the hardwood floor.
However, the drops left ugly nicks and scratches and I've noticed that the charging case tends to get dirty if you leave it floating around bags, purses and desks.
AirSnap features easy charging via a cutout for the Lighting port
Not only does AirSnap protect dirt from getting inside your AirPods but also keeps the charging case protected from dings, scratches and damage caused by drops.
Premium leatherMeasuring 2.9" x 2.1" x 0.98" and weighing in at just 0.8 ounces, or 23 grams, AirSnap comes in a trio of iPhone case-matching finishes: Cognac, Deep Teal and Black.
If you're not familiar with Twelve South, they make some of the finest leather products around, and AirSnap is no exception. The product is made of the same premium leather as their RelaxedLeather iPhone case that we reviewed last year. The full-grain leather looks premium and feels the same way when touched and held in one's hands.
AirSnap comes in iPhone case-matching colors
The stitching around the edges that keeps the case held together looks awesome when you see it in person. Like other leather-based accessories from Twelve South, AirSnap should age well and develop a beautiful patina over time, which may affect the color a bit.
In conclusionAirSnap is not one of those products that are looking for a solution, it's the right solution to the real problem—at the right price. The color is beautiful, the material provides firm texture and the incorporated metal clip is a great touch.
You can charge the AirPods case when they're inside AirSnap, which is great, and keeping it clipped to your belt or bag instead of buried in a pocket is a huge bonus.
AirSnap gives your AirPods case a tight fit and the metal clip keeps it securely attached to your backpack or belt loop. Some folks may feel more conformable attaching their AirSnap to the inside of a bag rather than to the back of their backpack, in order to prevent theft.
My only concerns deal with the snap closure and the clip itself.
Here's an AirSnap in Deep Teal hanging on my backpack
Because of tight fit, you will probably need to push the AirPods case inside your AirSnap a little bit harder the first couple of times to snap the case shut. I actually feared that pushing the button hard to get my AirSnap closed would break the delicate AirPods case, but it worked well.
Thankfully, the problem goes away over time as the leather material loosens. Plus, you won't be pulling out the AirPods case from your AirSnap nearly as much as you may think.
My other concern is the clip because getting the case hung on a backpack for everyone to see makes it easily getting stolen because unclasping the mechanism takes just a light press.
Pros and cons Pros Metal clip lets you attach the case to a bag or inside of a purse Full grain leather, high-quality stitching Swivel mechanism works great Cons Adds a little bit of extra bulk to your AirPods case Snap closure is a little too tight at first The metal clip is easy to unclaspAirSnap will most likely work with all Qi-compatible chargers, including Apple's upcoming AirPower, because the Qi standard also permits devices like iPhone to charge wirelessly through cases. Obviously, this is something we'll need to test for ourselves to be completely sure.
Pricing and availabilityAirSnap comes in Cognac, Deep Teal and Black, which are the same finishes in Apple's iPhone case lineup. The $29.99 accessory is available through the Twelve South webstore or Amazon.
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PlugBug World, Twelve South's versatile hybrid charger for your Mac, iPhone, iPad and other USB-charged devices that connects to any MacBook brick or Apple's USB wall charger, is getting even better. Today, the premium Apple accessory maker announced PlugBug Duo, a cool update to the charming red plug that brings an additional 12-watt USB port for charging.