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Our Favorite 15 Cell Phone Accessories

BY: Editors |Aug 31, 2022

From cases to camera attachments, there's an entire industry devoted to making your smartphone even smarter. But with so many choices, how you can find the cell phone accessories that are just right for you? In this guide, we lay out common complements and how they can enhance your lifestyle.

Practical Must-Haves

1. Screen protectors

A thin, lightweight cover over your phone's screen can prevent it from shattering if it gets dropped while your kids are playing a game or you're trying to snap shots at a concert. Upgrade to one with an oleophobic coating to shield against smudges and messy fingerprints.

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2. Protective cases

A phone case that prioritizes protection over aesthetics will better shield your device from bumps, drops, and the elements. For extra safeguards, look for a case with button covers and a built-in screen protector.

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3. Smart tags

These Bluetooth-enabled tags make it a cinch to find your phone when it goes missing. You can also attach them to your keys, purse, or your child's backpack to keep track of it at the park.

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4. Stands

Stands make it easy for friends to share the screen while watching a video, and it frees up your hands to multitask during dinner prep or work.

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5. Rapid phone charger

If you're rushing out the door, you probably don't have time to fully charge your phone. These super-quick chargers give batteries a quick boost, ensuring you have enough juice to make it to the office.

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Portable Perks

6. Dashboard or 7. bike mounts

Holding your phone in your hand isn't really an option as you weave your way through traffic. Whether you commute on four wheels or two, a phone mount holds your device steady and allows you to check maps and control media playback without taking your eyes off the road for too long.

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8. USB phone charger

If you rely on GPS navigation or listen to audiobooks or podcasts while traveling, equipping your car with a USB phone charger keeps your battery topped up throughout the ride.

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9. Wireless Bluetooth headphones

Music and podcasts help drown out the hordes of fellow commuters, but cords can get caught on turnstiles and backpacks. Wireless Bluetooth headphones mitigate the problem by wirelessly streaming audio from your smartphone.

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10. External batteries

There's not always an available power outlet when you need one, but with an external battery pack you carry electricity in your pocket, so you don't need one to keep your phone powered up during forays away from civilization.

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11. Portable Bluetooth speakers

Whether you're hanging out in the backyard or catching rays at the beach, sync your smartphone to a Bluetooth speaker to stream music wirelessly.

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Just for Fun

12. Wallet case

Although it won't protect against major damage, a wallet phone case will protect against minor scratches and dribbles of coffee. It'll also keep your phone alongside your cash and cards, so you won't have to search for everything once you're out the door.

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13. Lens attachment

Pocket-sized optical lenses expand the possibilities of your phone's camera, making it possible to take in an entire landscape or shoot extremely detailed close-ups.

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14. Tripod

A stable tripod allows you to take clear long-exposure photos of the night sky or capture pro-quality shots of large groups such as wedding parties.

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15. Selfie stick

These telescopic go-go-gadget arm extenders hold your phone at a distance to snap more flattering self-portraits and large group photos. A Bluetooth selfie stick makes it even easier by wirelessly connecting to your phone.

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