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I've been using an iPad Air M2 for over two years, and these are my go-to essentials to get the most out of the tablet.
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I've had an 11-inch iPad Air M2 for over two years now, and as ZDNET's deals and shopping editor, I'm always scouting the best accessories worth investing in (and catching on sale). I've also had the chance to review plenty of gear, ranging from mobile and MagSafe accessories, iPad cases and gadgets, smart home and kitchen appliances, and more.
All that is to say, with the opportunity to try new gear often, if a product sticks around in my personal repertoire, it's because I really like it. When it comes to my iPad, I've got a few no-fuss accessories I've become accustomed to using daily, and it may shock you to learn that most aren't made by Apple.
Here's all my favorite iPad gear right now, and how I use these accessories in my routine.