The MacBook Air M2, powered by macOS Ventura and soon to be updated to macOS Sonoma, now comes in two sizes. It's one of the many great Macs you can choose from. Indeed, if you're a person who wants a more compact Mac, you buy the 13-inch MacBook Air M2. Or, if you want extra productivity on the go, check out the new 15-inch MacBook Air M2 with the bigger screen.
To make the most out of your new MacBook Air M2 though, you should look into buying some accessories for it. Simply put, the MacBook Air as-is can be too vanilla since it lacks USB-A ports and even HDMI ports. Buying a dock to get extra ports, and attaching some wired and wireless accessories allows you to utilize its capabilities further and broaden its limits. Here's a list of the best accessories for the MacBook Air M2.
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Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1)
Best USB-C dockA dock we've tested and reviewed, the Anker 575 adds 13 total ports to your MacBook Air M2. It has HDMI, SD card readers, DisplayPort, and can help connect you to dual monitors.
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CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock
Best Thunderbolt 4 dock$400 $450 Save $50The MacBook Air M2 has two Thunderbolt ports onboard, so if you want to carry over those faster data connections to a dock, the CalDigit TS4 is for you. It has a total of 18 ports and adds USB-A, HDMI, Ethernet, and more to your device.
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Anker 341 7-in-1 USB-C Hub
Simple USB-C dongleIf you don't want to spend a lot of money to add more ports to your MacBook Air M2, this is a simple dongle for you. You get the basics like USB-A, HDMI, and pas-through charging support.
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HP 24MH FHD monitor
Budget monitor$148 $160 Save $12Don't have a ton of money to spend on a monitor to extend your productivity? This is what the HP 24MH can do for you. It's a simple 24-inch monitor with FHD resolution and built-in speakers.
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LG UltraFine 32UN650W
Great 4K monitor$391 $450 Save $59This is a 4K monitor from LG that really can unlock next-level productivity. It comes with decent color accuracy, and premium features like joystick controls to switch the inputs. It even has built-in speakers.
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Lenovo ThinkVision P27u-20
Color-accurate monitorThe Lenovo ThinkVision P27u-20 is a 4K monitor for those who want a display with top-notch color accuracy. It has a sleek design, too, and even had a spot for you to hold your phone in.
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Lacdo 360 Protective Laptop Sleeve
Best caseThe Lacdo 360 Protective Laptop Sleeve is one of the best cases for the MacBook Air M2. It has a cool carrying handle, comes in different colors, and has padded corners and a zippered pocket on the front.
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KINGSLONG Carrying Case
Best shoulder bagThe Kingslong Carrying case is great for those who will be on the go with their MacBook Air M2. The sleeve has soft padded interior that ensures your Mac never gets scratched, and tons of extra pockets on the front.
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Baseus 20,000mAh 65W power bank
Best power bank$60 $80 Save $20When you're away from an outlet and want to charge your MacBook Air M2, this Baseus power bank will do the trick for you. It can charge your MacBook Air once, and even comes with a USB-C cable, and a fancy display.
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Apple 67W USB-C power adapter
Best chargerThis is the official charger for the Apple MacBook Air M2. It comes with a removable and collapsible power prong that can be swapped out It doesn't come with a USB-C cable, though.
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Apple Magic Keyboard
Best keyboardThis is the official keyboard for the MacBook Air M2. The keyboard is nice and compact and has a minimalist design. It is rechargeable via a lighting keyboard.
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Apple Magic Mouse 2
Best mouse$68 $79 Save $11This is the official mouse for the MacBook Air M2. It has a large glass touch surface that's smooth, and it comes with a sleek design that just looks so great next to your MacBook.
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Logitech K380 Keyboard
Affordable keyboardThe Logitech K380 keyboard is a really compact keyboard that's also very affordable. It works with three devices at once, too.
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Logitech Brio 4K Webcam
Quality webcam$135 $200 Save $65If you plan on spending a lot of time video conferencing on your MacBook Air M2, you'll want to consider the Logitech Brio 4K webcam. It has a 4K sensor, and connects right to your Mac via the USB-C port, putting quality and convenience first.
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Apple AirPods 3
Best earbuds$150 $169 Save $19The AirPods 3 are the official earbuds for the MacBook Air M2. It fits perfectly into most people's ears and offers solid sound quality that'll bring your music to life.
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SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD v2
Best SSD$220 $250 Save $30If you opt for a MacBook Air M2 with lower storage, you'll want to get this portable SSD to store away your files and important documents.
Get the best possible MacBook Air M2 experience
While buying these accessories might add some extra cost to your MacBook Air M2 purchase, they will almost certainly help using your laptop better. We have some ideas for the best possible setup. You'll want to consider buying the Anker 575 since it can add a lot more ports to your Mac. You also might want to add the LG UltraFine 32UN650W to your list, as it is one of the best affordable 4K monitors with superb color accuracy. To protect your device meanwhile, you'll want the Lacdo 360, which has padded reinforcements for your laptop. Then, to charge your device, pick up the Baseus power bank to use on the go. For better typing and scrolling, meanwhile, pick up the Apple Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse 2.
The MacBook Air M2 is now up for pre-order, and you can buy it starting at $1,300. Orders will start shipping out on June 13.
MacBook Air (M2)
The latest MacBook Air offers the M2 chip, and a redesigned chassis with MagSafe 3 support. It is powerful and can handle pretty much any kind of work, and it comes in either 13.6-inch or 15.3-inch sizes.