AppAdvice’s Ultimate Back to School Accessory Guide, Part 2

Before that first cup of coffee in the morning, you’ll actually need something to help wake you up. Along with acting as an alarm, Electrohome’s inexpensive option also sports a built-in USB port to charge an iPhone, iPad, or other device. The clock can automatically set the time, and a backup battery will even wake you up in the case of a power outage. A small projector will also display the time on a wall or ceiling.

You can select from a version with a blue or white time LED. Both are $34.99.

Featuring active noise cancellation, the N60 NC on-ear headphones are perfect for airplane travel or even an extra-long study session. The built-in battery provides up to 30 hours of active cancelation, and you can still listen to music in passive mode. A special 3-D folding mechanism helps fold up the headphones so they won’t take up much space in your bag. AKG includes a carrying pouch, flight adaptor, and a 3.5mm detachable cable with mic/remote in the package.

Only available in black, the headphones can be purchased now for $249.95.

A durable iPad Air 2 case that doesn’t add a lot of bulk, OtterBox’s Profile Series is a folio case that can automatically wake and sleep your tablet when opened or closed. It can place your iPad into a number of different landscape positions.

You can select from one four different color combinations. The midnight waves version is $26.78 while the others are a bit more.

A lightweight way to carry all of your stuff around school or campus, the Stingray can hold a laptop with up to a 15-inch screen. The padded laptop sleeve can hold a device securely and away from the bottom of the bag for an extra-added layer of protection. A softer sleeve is designed to hold an iPad or other smaller devices. The interior pocket is perfect for keys and other items.

You can select from four different color combinations of the $49.99 backpack.

A stylish way to protect and carry a MacBook, Twelve South’s BookBook is designed to mimic the look of an old hardback novel and provide complete protection when on the go. The covers are made with genuine distressed leather while a soft microfiber material lines the inside. A leather bookmark does double duty as a zipper pull that provides quick access to the laptop when opened and to completely secure the case when closed.

A vintage leather version costs $79.99. The rutledge version is $10 more. You can also purchase a version of the case for the MacBook Air and new MacBook.

Looking like a colorful UFO, the UE Roll 2 Drippy Edition is a waterproof Bluetooth speaker made for the outdoors, or virtually anywhere else. With a 2-inch driver and two tweeters, small device maxes out at 85 dBA of sound. It sounds great both inside and outside. The built-in battery can provide up to nine hours of music playback before needing to be recharged.

The Drippy Edition was designed by American artist Jen Stark and oozes personality – and color. It is available directly from UE’s site for $99.99. There are also a number of other colors available for the same price.

If you’re interested, also take a look at our review from earlier this summer.

A slim wallet case for the iPhone 6s, Mujjo’s option places your credit cards in an 80-degree angle to keep them tight and in place. It’s designed to hold up to three credit cards. The case itself is made from vegetable-tanned leather and also features a suede interior.

Available in tan or black, the case retails for $40.87.

As suggested by the name, the top draw of Sena’s case for the smaller iPad Pro is the ability to place the tablet in both a horizontal or landscape position. The folio case, made with a high-quality leather exterior, also features a built-in Apple Pencil holder.

You can select from one of three different colors – black, tan, and red. Each version is $89.95.

An expandable briefcase, Booq’s Saddle Pro can hold pretty much any size of laptop. Along with space for smaller items, there’s a specific pockets designed to hold an iPad or iPhone. When your ready to expand, it will add around another gallon of space, good enough for a change of clothes or other materials. The bag can be carried by hand or slung over the shoulder. It’s also compatible with most luggage trolley handles.

It’s available to purchase now for $295 directly from Booq.

A great, inexpensive way to charge your iPhone on the go, Scosche’s GoBat 4400 can power up an iPhone 6s/6 twice before needing to be recharged itself. It also features a built-in flashlight to help you shine a light on the deepest depths of your backpack. It’s available in white and costs $19.99.

The 12-inch MacBook is still the only Apple laptop available in a number of colors including rose gold, gold, and space gray. If you’re looking to show off the laptop while still protecting it from scratches and drops, Speck has a nice option with its See Thru case. An easy-to-install two-piece design features rubberized feet on the bottom to prevent sliding and tilting.

The clear version is $49.99. A black edition, which offers a scratch-resistant matte finish is also available for the same price.