I’ve tested a lot of gear over the years, from laptops to smart rings to the kind of random tech accessories that get buried in drawers. But out of all of it, there are just a few items I keep reaching for over and over again. There is no method to the madness in terms of the type of accessories, but just know that they work. These are non-Apple tech products I rely on every day. Be sure to check out our hands-on video below! Logitech Anywhere 3S/2S This is my longest-tenured product and the product that sparked this idea. I have tried so many different mice for my Mac and iPad, and I continue to come back to Logitech’s Anywhere mouse. The one I have is the 2S version that I purchased back in 2018. So, I have used this mouse every day for over seven years, and it is still going strong. Since 2018, they have released the 3S version, but the main difference is that the new version charges via USB-C, and it has double the DPI, going from 4000 to 8000 for better accuracy. But I have never been in a situation where my 2S is inaccurate. The Anywhere 2S is still on sale for just under $50, and the 3S is just under $80. Both great options that will last you a decade (if not more). Both can connect to three different devices at once and a charge last up to 6 months. ShiftCam accessories I use my iPhone for video and photography. While the iPhone 16 Pro Max video is great in its own right, I wanted to upgrade the camera a bit without actually getting a new camera. So I got myself a 60mm telephoto lens to help with the natural blur, and man, was I impressed. Go ahead and watch some of our recent videos, and you can see how much better the background is blurred versus me as the subject. They don’t just make lenses; they also make many other videography equipment for your iPhone, from MagSafe light attachments to camera grips to mounting gear and so much more. If you need to level up your iPhone photography, these are the way to go. Nomad is known for making some fantastic high-quality accessories: from their slim charging series, to their Horween leather, to their beloved Apple Watch bands. Earlier this year, they released their universal cable with built-in Apple Watch charging. I’ll be honest, I thought at first it was a bit over the top. But now its something that I never leave the house without when it comes to charging on the go. You get: 100W USB-C PD cable Apple Watch Fast Charger Kevlar reinforcement Electroplated metal connectors 1.5m length Integrated cable tie USB 2.0 data transfer speeds It’s high quality, simple, to the point, and smart charges. So it knows which direction to charge depending on what device needs power from the post. UltraHuman Smart Ring This product deserves its own full review, but I wanted to mention it here briefly. I love gamifying my health and tracking my wellness data. I had always been intrigued by the ring form factor versus a watch, especially for sleep tracking. I love my Apple Watch Ultra, but it is a tad bulky for sleeping. So the UltraHuman ring has really stepped in as my overall wellness tracker. I use it for daily wellness tracking, for sleep, and also for my runs. The best part is that there is no subscription plan. So, a one-time purchase of $349 and you are good to go. The app also has all the data and metrics you would ever want from a sleep score to caffeine intake windows and so much more. Let me know if you would like a more in-depth review of this ring because I cant recommend it enough! Kuxiu X41Q One of my favorite charging accessories brands released a 3 in 1 charger that seems to defy physics. On the surface it might seem like a typical Qi2 3 in 1 charger but this thing is insanely slim and compact. I measures under 4mm at its thinnest point! Qi2 wireless charging to charge at 15W 5W AirPods charging pad Fast charging Apple Watch charger 45W charging brick in the box I just love how thin this charger is and, for the price, it belongs in your everyday carry! SSD storage When it comes to storage, I always seem to go back to two different options. I have a Lexar SL500 and a Samsung T9. Both are fantastic storage options that are relatively the same price, depending on storage sizes. They both go up to 4 TBs and have read and write speeds of 2000 Mbps. I have used these daily for over a year, and they have been the most reliable options for SSD I have ever used. I have lost data by using cheap SSDs in the past, and having that peace of mind is key when using a storage solution. You can get the Samsung T9 for less $130 for the 1TB version and the Lexar SL500 for under $115 for 1TB! Final thoughts None of these products are flashy; they’re just reliable, functional, and built to last. That’s why they’ve earned a spot in my everyday tech setup. Whether you are editing video, charging up on the go, or tracking sleep without subscriptions, these tech items will be perfect to add to anyone’s tech toolkit. If you have a tech essential of your own, I’d love to hear about it. Add 9to5Mac to your Google News feed.  FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.You’re reading 9to5Mac — experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Don’t know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel