BackPack, Twelve South’s innovative and discreet storage shelf that was previously only available for iMac, is now available for Apple Studio Display and M1 iMacs.
BackPack gives users an additional storage solution without cluttering desks — use it to house hard drives and dongles or hide messy cables. The ventilation holes mean peripherals can be charged or plugged in without overheating concerns.
An included optional strap enables users to also attach items to the area underneath the BackPack too, ideal for those with limited desk space.
For setups where the rear of the monitor is visible to the rest of the office or customers, BackPack can be used as a display shelf for company branding, small awards trophies or perhaps even plants or figures, to inject a little personality.
No need for tools to assemble BackPack, simply attach to the L-shaped desk stands in seconds using the two included clips and allow gravity to do its work. iMac models and Apple Studio Display can hold multiple BackPack stands, offering even more storage space.
BackPack’s aluminium design blends in seamlessly with Apple’s displays and the silicone landing pad and gravity centric design ensures no scratches for monitors or peripherals.
The Twelve South BackPack is available now from Amazon for £39.99.
Twelve South, a leading designer of Apple accessories, today introduces the new HiRise Pro, the first height-adjustable, MagSafe compatible MacBook stand. More flexible than a fixed stand, the HiRise Pro adjusts up and down to the perfect height for eye-level video calls or to align perfectly with an external display. HiRise Pro is also the first and only stand with room in the base to add a MagSafe charger, providing users with a streamlined workspace. HiRise Pro is available now for £99.99 from Amazon UK.
With a sleek metal design and vegan leather-trim, Twelve South’s latest MacBook stand beautifully matches the silver and black aesthetic of Apple’s Pro accessory line. Height-adjustable, the HiRise Pro allows users to elevate their MacBook 6-inches off their desk, placing their webcam at eye level for more natural video calls. After the call, the laptop can then be repositioned to seamlessly align with an external display or lowered to as little as 2.5-inches off the desk, for a comfortable working height if using one screen. Perfect for creative professionals, an adjustable laptop stand such as the HiRise Pro enables them to align external monitors to create one huge panoramic screen, making it easier to work.
An ideal addition to any desk or home office, the option to add a MagSafe charger into the base of the HiRise Pro also means users have somewhere to power their iPhone or AirPods while working, without taking up space on the desk or needing extra cables. Completely redesigned, the HiRise Pro picks up from the original HiRise for MacBook, the very first adjustable laptop stand in the world which was launched over 10-years ago.
Andrew Green, Founder of Twelve South comments: “At Twelve South we’re always striving to create innovative new products that help users’ daily lives. Despite the first edition being over ten years old, HighRise is still a best-selling range for us and we’re so excited to have modernized it further by integrating a MagSafe charging slot in the base”.
The Twelve South HiRise Pro fits all laptops and MacBooks from 11-inch Air to 16-inch Pro and is available now for £99.99 from Amazon.
Twelve South, a leading designer of Apple accessories, today introduces the HoverBar Tower, a flexible floor stand for iPad. Whether working out, playing a musical instrument or watching Netflix in bed, the HoverBar Tower will ensure the iPad displaying the exercise video, sheet music or latest TV series is in the perfect viewing position. Height adjustable from under three feet to over five feet and with a rotating bracket that can hold an iPad in portrait or landscape, the HoverBar Tower is easy to move around and use anywhere in the home. The HoverBar Tower is available now in white or black for £129 exclusively from Apple stores and Amazon.
Joining the HoverBar Duo in Twelve South’s range of iPad stands, HoverBar Tower takes the viewing experience to the next level. Easy to set up and use, the flexible stand can be placed in almost any position. Set it low to the ground for a virtual yoga class or next to a rowing machine, or at eye level in front of a stationary bike – it’s perfect for any Apple Fitness+ workouts. A weighted base makes it very sturdy and ideal to use alongside home exercise equipment. It is compatible with all iPad models, even with most cases attached.
Not just for fitness, the HoverBar Tower can keep hands free during online guitar lessons or while lying in bed watching movies. In the kitchen, it will keep an iPad out of the mess while users follow recipes and in the home office it could even be used to float an iPad above or next to a desktop monitor as a second (or third) screen. Portable yet sturdy, there are a long list of clever ways to use the HoverBar Tower.
The HoverBar Tower is available now for £129.99 from Apple in-store and online in white and black and Amazon UK in black only.
If you are one to travel or commute and have no compatible Airpods or headphones this it what you need to get around this issue, it is amazing it still is an issue but twelvesouth have this covered as they always have with previous models of the tiny travel gadgets that fixed that annoying problem.
Not only this the product can work at home to with games consoles such as the Playstation 5 for example where Airpods also do not want to work and this is ideal for the gamer in general and it is not expensive either solving a problem that should not exist in fairness.
How this works is simple you just simply place into an existing headphone jack turn it on and job is done,now I have not had the chance to test on a flight but did with previous models and they simply work really well and I have tested this on my Playstation 5 recently and all was good and there was no distortion in sound or loss of connectivity nor was there any lag latency noticed which makes for the perfect travel gift or tool for yourself to have at your disposal .
The new Twelve South AirFly transmitter has a 20+ hour battery life, making it perfect for those long trans-Atlantic flights. Users simply plug it into the seat’s headphone jack to watch movies in comfort using their own noise-cancelling headphones. AirFly also has a battery life indicator so users know exactly when it’s time to recharge. With AirFly’s new volume control, users can easily manage volume levels without touching the screen. Plus, the quick mute button allows them to talk to the person next to them or a flight attendant at the click of a button.
Twelve South, a leading designer of Apple accessories, today introduces the 2nd Generation HoverBar Duo, an adjustable iPad stand that frees a user’s hands so they can do more and create more. Height adjustable with the ability to hold an iPad in infinite positions and angles, the 2nd Gen HoverBar Duo comes with a weighted desktop base as well as an adjustable shelf clamp to suit every iPad setup. Easy to use, it has a QuickSwitch Tab so users can go from the desktop base to shelf clamp in a matter of seconds. The 2nd Gen HoverBar Duo is available now in matte black or matte white for £79.99 from Apple and Amazon.co.uk.
The 2nd Gen HoverBar Duo is a useful stand that’s ideal for both personal and business use. Lifting the iPad camera up to eye level, users can have more natural conversations, showing their best side, whether they’re on a video call with work colleagues or facetiming family and friends. The included iPad clip rotates 360-degrees enabling users to set their iPad or iPhone horizontally or vertically to ensure it captures their best possible angle.
Perfect for use at a desk, in the kitchen or workshop, the 2nd Gen HoverBar Duo is incredibly versatile. Creatives can make use of its flexible arm stand to securely hold an iPad low to the desk, enabling them to capture hands drawing or crafting. Musicians could set the stand on a table for a virtual guitar lesson or on the floor to record the latest TikTok dance moves. It could even be clamped on a workbench to make ‘how to’ videos or positioned under a cabinet, allowing users to follow recipes while cooking rather than propping their iPad up against the olive oil. Portable, sturdy and stable, there are a long list of clever ways to use the 2nd Gen HoverBar Duo.
The sleek 2nd Gen HoverBar Duo puts an iPad into a comfortable viewing position, ideal for those who want to watch the latest Netflix series in bed or while waiting for dinner to cook. The adjustability of the stand also means that users could position their iPad right next to their iMac, external monitor or MacBook to serve as a second, or even third display. Even better, add a wireless keyboard and mouse to create a super comfortable mini desktop setup.
Improving on the original HoverBar Duo, the 2nd Gen combines everything users loved about the flexible stand with the new QuickSwitch Tab that enables users to switch between the desktop base and adjustable shelf clamp in seconds. Moving an iPad and the stand’s flexible arm from the home office to the kitchen has never been easier. Available in black or white, the HoverBar Duo 2nd Gen will suit any desk or home décor.
The 2nd Gen HoverBar Duo is available now for £79.99 from Amazon and Apple.
With the Apple iPhone 14 series now out we always see a raft of new products, not only that we have the new Apple watch series out too so of course the same follows suit. Twelve South are here again with a range of products to make life better and easier for you and here is what is on offer now and of course products for you to check out, Twelve South make high quality accessories and we can vouch for them over the years and stay tuned for some reviews coming soon here.
Charge your new iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods simultaneously with this stylish wireless charging stand and storage solution from Twelve South. Available in black or white, the elegant vertical design of the HiRise 3 allows users to charge all three devices while taking up less desk space than an iPhone, and using only one single plug. It’s the perfect solution for freeing nightstands and desks from the clutter of numerous charging cables.
HiRise 3 holds an iPhone upright while charging, allowing users to easily read notifications, tap the snooze button or make a FaceTime call – all without having to lift their phone. Its elevated charging pad is reserved for MagSafe iPhones (including new iPhone 14 models), and is also compatible with MagSafe cases. The base pad charges any wireless-capable AirPods, iPhones and smartphones, and is compatible with thin shells. The small shelf at the top of HiRise 3 is compatible with all versions of Apple Watch (including the new Series 8).
Available from Amazon UK (due in November- samples available for older iPhones)
A staple in the Twelve South cases collection, this MagSafe compatible 3-in-1 leather case, wallet and viewing stand blends modern technology with the look and feel of a vintage book. The premium leather not only looks great, it also disguises your new iPhone, deterring thieves.
The case is packed with useful features for iPhone 14 too. Keep your Apple Card and other credit/membership cards safe with the wallet section or separate the magnetic shell to keep the phone protected while using it in the gym or docked in a car holder. The camera cut-out is precise, offering protection while ensuring it doesn’t encroach your best shots. The case also folds to serve as a viewing stand so users can watch their favourite movies and TV shows while on the move.
You can also use the BookBook shell with MagSafe accessories, without removing the phone. Available for iPhone 14 and 14 Pro models.
Forté is a modern desktop charging stand made exclusively for iPhones with MagSafe, including the new 14 models. Snap an Apple MagSafe Charger (not included) into Forté for a clever way to dock the iPhone while it wirelessly charges. Creating a magnetic platform, Forté can securely hold the iPhone vertically or horizontally, making it ideal for hands-free use and perfect for streaming shows or for FaceTime calls. The platform can be tilted up to 70-degrees so users can find the perfect viewing angle or use it as a charging pedestal for their AirPods.
Great for fitness fans, the ActionSleeve 2 is a fabric armband that safely houses Apple Watch and can be worn on the upper arm or bicep. It’s ideal for sports like kickboxing, weightlifting and crossfit training where protective sports gear and full wrist mobility is often needed, ruling out the use of the Apple Watch on the wrist.
ActionSleeve 2 is made from a hand-washable non-allergenic material that is soft against the skin. Extra fabric is placed beneath the hardware to eliminate any rubbing or pinching. Whether cycling, playing golf, doing yoga or weights, users will be able to move more naturally without the Apple Watch getting in the way of their workout.
The 41mm and 45mm models are compatible with Apple Watch Series 8 (as well as 7).
The Twelve South ActionBand keeps Apple Watch safe while running while also doubling up as a regular sweat band to keep your cool in hotter climates. Offering comfort while exercising, it has a protective frame to keep Apple Watch safe, clean, secure and pressed against your skin to track your progress.
ActionBand includes one pair of machine-washable wristbands, one with an Apple Watch frame, one without so you can wear one on both wrists. Available in 40mm and 44mm sizes and 41mm and 45mm for the series 7 and 8.
Twelve South, a leading Apple accessories designer, today introduces a new highly customisable MacBook stand, Curve Flex, to its range.
Building upon the features of its best-selling stand Curve, Curve Flex is ideal for users who enjoy using their MacBook in different environments, offering unrivalled adjustability and portability thanks to its customisable heights and angles.
The stand can elevate a MacBook’s screen and camera anywhere up to 55cm, offering improved ergonomics for working and more flattering angles for video calls. Rather than having a fixed height, users can adjust Curve Flex to a height and keyboard angle (up to 45 degrees) that works for them, aligning with an external monitor and eliminating the dreaded tech neck.
Weighing less than 1kg, Curve Flex is also highly portable. Adjust the stand to a low desktop wedge for a comfortable coffee shop/on-the-go setup that allows for wrist-friendly typing. When it’s time to leave, fold Curve Flex down flat and slide it into its padded neoprene travel sleeve which can easily slip inside a laptop bag.
It’s not all substance either, available in matte white or matte black, Curve Flex is sleek, stylish and blends into any colour scheme seamlessly.
Although designed specially for MacBook, Curve Flex is compatible with all laptops at least 8.66-inch wide and up to 3kg.
Available mid-September for £79.99 from Amazon UK.
USB hubs are a plenty today and a welcome addition as ports become less on many computers today and this has been the case for some years in fact but depending on the brand this differs and over the years we have tested out many USB hubs, with USB-C mostly a standard now it is time to up your game with the latest accessories and Twelve South are no stranger to help out here.
This hub is well designed and well built and this is even down to the cable you get with it that allows you to hide cables behind your laptop or whatever you might be using, this is also compatible with the latest iPads too and home PCs which does not leave it restrained to ONE brand or product as some tend to do.
When it comes to hubs there is not much to say except they offer more convenience and also not forgetting portability, this hub sports a headphone jack USB A and USB-C port plus a HDMI port which is just the right amount most folk would need and also ideal to have in your travel bag.. What is important about such hubs is keeping everything neat and tidy and offering some more depending on the gadgets you have or the extras you need. You could also add a keyboard here too which is handy for iPad users. You can also use power banks and more and this also has USB-C passthrough power.
StayGo from Twelve South techbuzzireland
Twelve South also have a bigger option which is the Original StayGo and this is a must for those with a heavy workload and multiple gadgets to connect..
Features
USB-C hub connects peripherals to your iPad or MacBook
Four ports: USB-A, HDMI, headphone/audio out and USB-C power
Pass-through power to charge or power accessories
Connects directly to iPad or below with the included cable
Twelve South, an innovative Apple accessories designer, today introduces the ActionBand, a machine-washable wristband that provides a wrist-friendly way to workout with the Apple Watch. Made from flexible terry cotton, the ActionBand comfortably hugs the wrist, absorbing sweat and keeping the user and the watch dry while they work to close their activity/fitness rings. ActionBand can also be comfortably worn on the forearm or bicep, ideal for activities that involve the wrist.
Unlike the traditional Apple Watch band, the ActionBand has a protective frame to keep the Apple Watch safe from knocks and scratches while exercising. Comfortable to wear, the ActionBand keeps the device securely pressed against the user’s skin, making it easy to track their progress and providing full access to the Digital Crown and Side Button. Switching to the ActionBand for a workout will also mean that a user’s day-to-day Apple Watch band will stay clean and dry.
The ActionBand comes with a pair of machine-washable wristbands in the box, one with an Apple Watch frame, one without. Thanks to a blend of Lycra, ActionBand has enough stretch in it to position on the forearm, giving users the option to move the Apple Watch off the wrist if they prefer. Its thick cotton material soaks up sweat, keeping hands dry and making it easier to keep a firm grip on barbells, free weights, cardio equipment or a tennis racquet.
The ActionBand is available now for £24.99 from Amazon.co.uk. It is currently compatible with Apple Watch Series 4, 5, 6 & SE (both 40mm & 44mm) with Series 7 compatibility coming soon.
