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Events, Health and Fitness, News & Features September 9, 2026

Apple Finally Folds: The $1,999 iPhone Duo Leads a Packed 2026 Hardware Lineup

Apple’s September hardware lineup has plenty of familiar annual upgrades, but the iPhone Duo is the device that changes the shape of the conversation. Apple’s first foldable iPhone opens to a 7.6″ inner display, closes around a 5.4″ outer screen, and starts at $1,999, making it both the most unusual and one of the most expensive iPhones Apple has ever sold. It arrives alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, AirPods 5, Apple Watch Series 12, and Apple Watch Ultra 4, with Apple Intelligence and Siri AI threaded through nearly everything announced.

News & Features November 4, 2025

Nomad Stand One and Stand One Max Bring Convenient and Organized Qi2 Wireless Charging to Your Desk or Bedside Table

Nomad has joined the Qi2 party, and if you’ve been holding off on buying an all-in-one charging solution for your iPhone or Android smartphone, you’ll want to take a look. The new Nomad Stand One and Nomad Stand One Max wireless chargers now feature the Qi2 charging standard, which means faster, more efficient charging for your iPhone or Android device — up to 25 watts, to be exact. If you’ve ever fumbled with charging cables or found yourself in a constant “where’s my cord” scavenger hunt, these are the elegant, magnetic solutions your nightstand or desk has been waiting for.

News & Features September 9, 2025

Apple’s Fall Lineup Brings iPhone Air, iPhone 17 and 17 Pro, AirPods Pro 3, and Apple Watch Series 11 Into Focus

Apple iPhone Air leads a crowded launch that also includes the iPhone 17 family, AirPods Pro 3, and Apple Watch Series 11. On paper, the updates range from lighter materials and faster chips to sharper cameras and smarter software. In practice, the appeal comes down to how these changes show up in your day, whether that is a red-eye flight with crying babies nearby, a late-night photo walk, or a week of bouncing between workouts and work calls.

Reviews August 23, 2024

Nomad Stand One Max Review: An Elegant 3-in-1 Charger for All Your Apple Devices

If you were to walk around my house, you’d see a Nomad wireless charger in almost every room. Each item is elegant, made with premium materials, and safely and efficiently charges my mobile devices. I was recently sent the new Nomad Stand One Max to test; by the end of this review, you’ll understand why it is my favorite Nomad wireless charger so far.

News & Features July 11, 2024

The Ingenious Nomad 65W AC Power Adapter Apple Watch Edition Is a Versatile and Capable Charging Solution

By adopting USB-C across its product line, Apple has finally made strides toward universalizing its approach to charging. Sadly, they still fall short, and because the Apple Watch can only be charged wirelessly, that will remain the case. Thankfully, Nomad just introduced its new Nomad 65W AC Power Adapter Apple Watch Edition. Its unique design means one less cable to carry (or forget) the next time you travel.

Reviews December 14, 2023

Nomad Stand One Max MagSafe Charger Review: The Near Perfect Solution for 3 Apple Devices Charging Simultaneously on your Desk or Nightstand

I often wax poetic about Nomad’s wireless chargers. They are elegant, thoughtfully crafted from premium materials, and charge devices rapidly. I recently reviewed the Base One Max. It’s fantastic, but the newly announced Nomad Stand One Max MagSafe Charger will be an even better solution if you are looking for a desktop or nightstand charger, thanks to the verticle design that keeps your phone in view and within reach.

Reviews September 29, 2023

Nomad Base One Max 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger Review: The Complete Charging System for Your Apple Everyday Carry

First, Nomad released the Base One MagSafe wireless charger. It was a gorgeous combination of glass and metal. Then, they released the Base One Max, which added wireless charging for the Apple Watch. Now, there’s the Nomad Base One Max 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger; if you are all-in with Apple’s ecosystem, this is the charger you have been waiting for.

Reviews June 29, 2023

Twelve South HiRise 3 Wireless Charging Stand Review: Simple and Effective 3-in-1 Charging

I’ve long been on the hunt for the “perfect” bedside charger. “Perfect” means something different for each person, but for me, it means a MagSafe wireless charger for my iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods with the smallest footprint possible; the Twelve South HiRise 3 Wireless Charging Stand ticks all those boxes. Let’s take a closer look.

Reviews January 30, 2023

Nomad Modern Leather Case for 2nd Gen AirPods Pro Review: Cover Your AirPods with Leather Luxury

I have a number of excellent true wireless earbuds (TWE) from which to choose, but my daily driver is the AirPod Pro earbuds. I recently upgraded to the second-generation version of Apple’s TWE; they are less revolutionary and more evolutionary in features, but I like the improvements and am enjoying them, and I’m thrilled to have them protected by the new Nomad Modern Leather Case for 2nd Gen AirPods Pro.

Reviews January 25, 2022

Anker 633 Magnetic Wireless Charger (MagGo) Review: This 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Station Has Several Convenient Features

Anker was founded in 2011; since then, the company has become a powerhouse in the mobile accessory market and the world’s number one charging brand. We included a number of their new offerings in our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide, but I wanted to dig deeper into the Anker 633 Magnetic Wireless Charger (MagGo), a 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Station.

Reviews January 18, 2022

INTELLI StepUp Magnetic Wireless Charging Station Review: An Elegant Solution to Charging Multiple Apple Devices

With all of the technology we carry around in our pockets or on our wrists these days, we need a way to keep them all juiced up and ready to go when we wake up in the morning. This is why I wanted to check out the INTELLI StepUp Magnetic Wireless Charging Station.

Reviews November 11, 2021

Twelve South PowerPic Mod Wireless Charger Review: A Photo Frame That Hides a Powerful Charger

Some time ago, I reviewed Twelve South’s PowerPic. A traditional wooden frame that doubles as a Qi wireless charger, it’s rather inspired. Now the company has released their new Twelve South PowerPic mod Wireless Charger. It is an elegant lucite frame for a 4″ by 6″ picture that hides a secret; it is also a 10W Qi charger.

Reviews July 13, 2021

Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charger Review: Elevated Essential Charger for Your Everyday Carry Apple Items

When I purchased my iPhone 12 Pro Max back in 2020, one of the highlighted features was the MagSafe Charging. I went out of my way to purchase Apple’s charging puck for it at an astounding $39, but unfortunately, the lack of a dock option made it less useful than I had hoped. To the rescue came the Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe 15W Charging.

Reviews February 15, 2021

WaterField AirPods Max Shield Case Review: It Makes Me Feel Less Anxious About My $549 Investment

Okay, now before you all immediately start discussing price, let me say this: the AirPods Max are absolutely expensive and the only reason you should get them if you truly want them. This review is not here to praise or condemn them, but instead to tell you about one of the few products that actually made them worth my $549 — the WaterField AirPods Max Shield Case.

News & Features December 15, 2020

Keep Your New Gear Charged with Aukey’s Line of Powerful Wall Adapters

You’ll likely get at least one gift this holiday season that needs to be charged. Unfortunately, companies like Apple no longer include wall adapters with their phones. Thankfully, Aukey offers a range of smart, technologically advanced charging solutions. You can see all their offerings here. First, though, take a look at the four offerings they sent us to check out.

Reviews July 7, 2020

Two Months with AirPods Pro

As someone who likes to multitask and carry more than she probably should, having wireless Bluetooth headphones is a requirement for me. However, when Apple announced the high price tag on the AirPods Pro, I wasn’t completely sold. Was the increase in price worth the upgraded features? I decided to get a pair to put them to the test.

Gear Bits March 30, 2020

Protect Your AirPod Pros with Nomad’s Latest Case

If you have a pair of Airpod Pros, you know that white case can get dinged up in your pocket or bag easily. So why not protect your $250 investment with a case from one of the most reputable case makers today, Nomad?

Reviews January 28, 2020

Nomad Rugged Case for AirPod Pros Look Stylish While Protecting Your $250 Investment

Looking for protection for your new AirPod Pros? Well, there’s no better way of getting that than with the Nomad Rugged Case.

Reviews January 21, 2020

Nomad Base Station Stand Offers Convenient Power When You Need It

A few weeks ago, I shared the news that our friends at Nomad had released a new wireless charging stand. The Nomad Base Station Stand is a premium wireless charger whose thoughtful design and premium features make it stand out in an ever-more crowded market. Now that I have one in and I can share some of my personal impressions.

News & Features January 14, 2020

Nomad Base Station Stand: Two Powerful Charging Coils in a Sleek, Compact Stand

Last year it seemed as if Nomad was releasing a new product every week or two. In fact, over the last two or three years, the company’s catalog has exploded in size with amazing, premium mobile device accessories. Their first new release of 2020 is the Nomad Base Station Stand; it looks great and is definitely worth checking out.

News & Features January 5, 2020

Catalyst Has New Case Styles for Your Apple Products

Catalyst is mostly known for its protective but stylish cases for smartphones, tablets and yes, even AirPods. So it’s no surprise at CES 2020 the brand introduces five case styles for the first and second generation of the AirPods, and three designs for the newer AirPods Pro.