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You and I, we use the iPhone as a tool for work, learning, and entertainment. And for that, I use a number of accessories that make my life easier. Every year, I test dozens of new iPhone accessories and return 90% to keep only the remaining 10% that are truly useful on a daily basis. Enough talk, my name is Maxime and here are the nine best accessories that will improve your daily life in 2026. I have bought and tested dozens of smartphone stands in recent years and last year, I had found one that I thought was unbeatable. Well, it has just been replaced by an incredible new stand that I discovered this year. This all-metal stand that exudes solidity from the Yulanzi brand, whose products I greatly appreciate, is a small gem of ingenuity. Indeed, it is ultra-versatile and can be used on many horizontal as well as vertical surfaces. Its well-thought-out attachment system allows me to quickly attach and detach it from a ring on my backpack or any loop on a bag. We then attach the iPhone to the magnetic part in portrait or landscape orientation as we wish. Below, we unfold a part of the stand, which allows it to be placed on a table in desk stand mode. Do you want to raise the iPhone higher, closer to your eyes? Well, that's possible with the tripod mode by unfolding the two rear legs and one front leg. This is actually my favorite position on a desk because it makes viewing the screen more pleasant. At the same time, it's better for your neck muscles because you don't need to bend your head down as much. Okay, we're on a table, that's classic for a stand, but this one can be used on vertical surfaces in two different ways. Either by magnetically attaching it to a metal surface like the fridge, a weight machine in the garage, or any metal door. Indeed, in folded mode, the back part is magnetized, which allows it to be attached to any metal surface. The second way is via a hidden hook that deploys and allows it to be hung on an edge, for example, at the top of your computer screen or the upper part of a door. And it won't scratch the screen because the feet of the stand are covered with silicone. You can also hold this stand in your hand, for example, to easily film a scene with one hand, even if you have a large iPhone model. It doesn't stop there since the back of the ring is magnetized, which allows attaching several types of accessories like this adjustable ring light for your low-light shots and to be better lit during your video calls. I will present this accessory to you later in the video. Let's finish first with my favorite stand. The magnetic ring of the stand can also pivot 180° on its base to be used in both directions. Finally, it also has an Arca-type base and standard screw threads to attach it to a larger tripod or monopod. [music] In short, a terribly well-thought-out iPhone stand that is now always with me in my bag or attached to a ring. My skin has always been an all-you-can-eat buffet for mosquitoes, even when I was in Paris. And some species like tiger mosquitoes leave me with an itchy souvenir. To relieve it, there are grandmother's remedies that are not always effective. Fortunately, last year I found a chemical-free solution that works very well. It's a device that heats the bite area, causing an almost immediate stop to itching and accelerating the healing process. It works for almost all insect bites and prevents you from scratching your skin off due to itching. Completely unexpectedly, at a fishing show, I discovered a great iPhone accessory, mini in size, that plugs into the device's USB-C or Lightning port. It does exactly the same thing as my big device, except this one attaches to a keychain and is powered by the iPhone. You just need to download the companion app to make it work. No internet connection is needed to use the app and the device. In the app, you choose the application duration between short for 4 seconds, medium for 7 seconds, and long for 9 seconds. There is also a child mode for people under 12 years old and adults sensitive to heat. The feather option can be used if you apply the device to a sensitive area. You press start. The device preheats, then you press it against the bite area for a few seconds. This will almost immediately calm or eliminate itching and ensure faster healing. My friends tried it on themselves and after seeing that it really worked, they immediately bought this accessory. It can be surprising the first time because you feel it heating up well, but rest assured, it's designed not to burn your skin. There is also a pro version that includes a light to illuminate the bite area when you use the device in the evening or in a dark place. You're probably wondering how it works. In fact, when a mosquito bites, it injects its saliva which contains anticoagulant and anesthetic proteins, and these trigger an allergic reaction that results in itching. The heat of 47 to 52°C generated by this device alters these proteins, making them less active, which reduces our body's immune response and thus its annoying itching. In short, a great accessory and gift for anyone who gets bitten by mosquitoes and other insects often. Since I moved to Angers, I travel a bit more often to Paris to see family, friends, and occasionally for work. And I'm quite minimalist. I like to travel light with my clothes, my MacBook, and iPad in my backpack. I needed a compact and powerful travel charger that could quickly recharge my iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro. This is exactly what this new Ultra Charge three-in-one charger from Belkin allows. It unfolds and folds in half for easy storage in a bag pocket. If you don't have an Apple Watch, there's also a two-in-one version without the watch charger. Once unfolded, you can wirelessly charge your iPhone in portrait or landscape orientation. It's possible to adjust the tilt angle for a better view of the screen. The wireless charging speed is the fastest accepted by the iPhone, as it uses Qi 2 technology with a power of 25W, allowing you to recover 50% battery in 29 minutes. [music] Behind the iPhone, you can unfold the Apple Watch charger horizontally, on which you can charge your watch, whether it's an Ultra model or not. Here too, it's fast wireless charging for the Apple Watch. And from the Apple Watch Series 10, the watch can charge from 0 to 80% in 30 minutes. Finally, the charging base below the Apple Watch is for wirelessly charging the AirPods or AirPods Pro case. It's also possible to place a smartphone on this base for wireless charging, but it will be slow, so it's more for helping out a friend. The charger base has non-slip feet, so there's no risk of it sliding on a flat surface. It's powered by a single 1.5m USB-C cable and a 45W power adapter, which are supplied with the charger. It also features passive cooling technology to reduce iPhone overheating. It's available in black and white. And I almost forgot to mention that it's guaranteed for 2 years by Belkin. It's truly a great three-in-one travel charger that accompanies me everywhere I go. Before I show you other super useful accessories for your iPhone, I want to tell you about the sponsor, which is also useful and made this video possible. It's Surfshark, one of the most used and appreciated VPNs by users, with no less than 25,000 positive reviews on Trustpilot. What is a VPN used for today? Among other things, it prevents your employer, your internet provider, or even the state from knowing what you're doing online. The right to privacy isn't just for those underground. With the press of a button, your traffic is encrypted [music] and routed to Surfshark's secure servers around the world. These servers also allow you to access a catalog of content that is normally unavailable in France on your streaming services. You can also use Surfshark to save money when buying plane tickets online because websites vary ticket prices based on demand but also on your geographical location. Surfshark can be used on almost all your devices like your smartphone, tablet, laptop, and even your smart TV. If you're interested in Surfshark, you can use the link in the video description or displayed on the screen to get an additional 4 months. And thank you to Surfshark for supporting the channel this year. Here's a simple and effective accessory that will improve the image quality of your photos in low-light environments, as well as your videos, even your smartphone streams. It's a MagSafe lamp that magnetically attaches to the back of your iPhone or a MagSafe case. You can leave it as is to illuminate the subject you're photographing, or you can unfold it 180° to illuminate your face and those of your friends when using the selfie camera. It's even possible to extend it, for example, to change the orientation of the ring light and find the best angle for your photos. There are two dials on the edge of the ring that allow you to adjust the light intensity as well as the temperature to have a warmer or colder light, depending on what you want. And if you press the power button three times, you can quickly switch between three color modes. It has a battery life that varies depending on the light intensity. Expect 1.5 hours at maximum brightness and up to 8 hours at minimum. The lamp fully recharges in 1.5 hours via a USB-C port. Even if it's not its primary function, you can also use it as a backup stand for your iPhone in portrait or landscape orientation. For example, to watch a series or a YouTube video on your iPhone. In short, a great compact lamp that fits in your pocket and provides more flattering light when taking photos and videos in selfie mode, but not only. For the majority of smartphone users, their main camera is their smartphone, including me. Here's a very inexpensive multifunctional accessory that will add a real camera grip to your phone that holds well in your hand with a physical shutter button to take your photos. It works very simply. You attach the iPhone or other smartphone with a magnetic mounting system for all MagSafe-compatible iPhones or by adding a magnetic ring to your smartphone. Provided with the grip. The magnetic connection allows you to place it in portrait or landscape orientation depending on your preferences. Or you can use the universal attachment system with deployable clamps that allow you to put any smartphone in it. The clamp system is preferable if you're running with the grip and smartphone because it will always hold the smartphone more firmly than a magnetic connection. Then, just hold down the shutter button to turn it on, and connect it in your device's Bluetooth settings, and that's it. Now you can hold this grip and take photos with one hand by pressing the shutter button. This button is magnetically attached to the grip. It can therefore be detached and used independently as a remote Bluetooth control. This allows you to trigger a shot from up to 15 meters away, for example, to take a group photo. This Bluetooth button is recharged via a USB-C port. As you may have noticed, there's a small mirror on the back of the grip that can be used when using the rear camera to take a photo of yourself. The edge of the mirror is magnetized. You can therefore attach an accessory like the MagSafe lamp I showed you earlier. On top of the grip, there's a hot shoe to attach a microphone or a light. And underneath the grip, there's a standard screw thread to attach it to a tripod or monopod. I would have liked an integrated battery to recharge the smartphone during use, but that would have quadrupled the price of the accessory, at least according to what I've seen on the market. I'll still put the model with an integrated battery that wirelessly charges the iPhone in the description if you're interested. To charge your Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and MacBook, you need two to three cables. A problem that has been solved by the Nomad brand with a universal cable. This one allows you to charge an Apple Watch, an iPad, a MacBook, and a recent iPhone with a USB-C port. This cable exudes quality and durability. It's, I think, the highest quality cable I've ever tested. You really feel the premium and ultra-durable aspect. Moreover, Nomad specifies that they used a blend of nylon and Kevlar, the material used in bulletproof vests, to reinforce the cable's durability. This one, which is 1.5 meters long, has a very visible feature for Apple Watch users. It incorporates an Apple Watch charger at one end that can charge any Apple Watch at maximum speed, whether it's an Ultra model or not. It's even possible to wirelessly charge the charging case of AirPods and AirPods Pro. And of course, this cable supports a maximum power of 100W, which allows you to charge all your other Apple products like an iPhone with a USB-C port, an iPad, or even your MacBook. When you're done using it, a solid silicone attachment system allows you to store the cable without it tangling. It's truly a great cable that eliminates the need for multiple cables to charge all your Apple products. External hard drives have improved significantly in recent years, especially in terms of size and storage capacity, to the point where there are now mini SSDs designed for the iPhone and other Apple products like this one, the Lexar Professional Go, which has an impressive small size for its capacity ranging from 1 to 2TB. It was designed and conceived to be used with an iPhone, but it can also work on an Android smartphone or other device with a USB-C port. You just plug it directly into the iPhone's USB-C port, or you can use an angled connector that places the SSD on the back of the iPhone so it doesn't interfere with your hands. This way, you can film in Pro quality and record it directly onto the SSD during filming. Then, when you're done, you plug the SSD into a Mac to transfer video files at a speed of 1 GB per second. It's also possible to use it to back up your photo and video library using the Lexar app. You choose what you want to transfer, one or more albums, or even your entire Photo Library. This way, you can easily have a physical copy of all your photos and videos, for example, in case of damage or loss of your iPhone. Another use case is watching movies and series stored on this SSD, which is very practical when you're abroad or without network coverage. This SSD has a metal casing and is waterproof and dustproof, so it's quite resistant. It heats up slightly during data transfer, but nothing scorching like I've experienced with other small SSDs. It's possible to use it with a hub that allows you to charge the iPhone with a cable while using the SSD. This hub also allows you to connect an accessory like a microphone at the same time. So it's ideal for users who film semi-professional videos with their iPhone. It comes with a small bag to store the SSD, the hub, and the supplied cables. Note that if you don't need this hub, you can get the SSD without it. In short, a great multi-purpose accessory for backing up your photos and videos, but not only. In the category of well-thought-out accessories, here's one that attaches to your keychain. It's a mini multi-port cable that features four different connectors on a single cable. Simply remove it from the keychain, then remove the protective cap, and spread the two magnetic parts apart, and it transforms into a mini charging and transfer cable. As you can see on each side, there's a Lightning and USB-A port. But if you pull on each plug, it pivots and reveals a USB-C port on both sides. And you can use the combination of your choice, for example, a USB-C on one side to your iPhone to charge a friend's iPhone who always has a Lightning port, or plug the USB-A into a wall outlet or a power bank to charge your iPhone via USB-C. The supported charging power is 240W, so you can even use it to charge a MacBook. The cable is made of braided nylon, so it's quite resistant to wear and tear. And it's better that way, as it's a cable that will always be in a pocket or a bag. It comes in three colors: beige, black, and orange. This is the one I use and prefer for its colorful and fun aspect. In short, a simple and ingenious accessory to connect your iPhone or other device to any port, whether it's Lightning, USB-A, or USB-C. If you prefer to use a nice wallet or cardholder to store your cards and don't want to attach them to the back of your iPhone, know that there are locatable cards in credit card format like this one, the Cart Pro, which can be located in the same way as an AirTag. This card, designed and developed in Switzerland, is the best of all those I've tested because a full charge allows it to last for a year. Simply place it on any MagSafe or Qi wireless charger to recharge it. The manufacturing quality is top-notch. Where other cards are made of plastic, this one is made of a blend of aluminum and fiberglass, making it more robust and flexible. It's the size of a credit card and the thickness of two cards. So it fits easily into any cardholder or wallet. If you ever lose it, go to the Find My app on your iPhone, iPad, or even on the iCloud website to display the card's location. When you're close to it, you can make it emit a loud sound to help you locate it and thus find your wallet or cardholder. Finally, as you can see, this one displays a QR code to which you can attach a lot of your contact information. This could be a phone number, an email address, a website, and many other details. You choose. This way, any smartphone can scan the code to know how to contact the owner of the card and therefore the cardholder or wallet it's in. There are two versions of this card: the black version compatible with iPhones and the white version compatible with Android smartphones. If you want to discover other super useful accessories that can also be gift ideas, I strongly recommend you watch the next video displayed on the screen. In it, I present several of my favorite iPhone accessories that will be useful to you on a daily basis. So, it was Maxime, and I'll see you in the next video. Bye!