Buying guide: The best accessories for your new tablet ~ mobile technologie

iPad Air 2

If you were lucky enough to find a brand new tablet waiting for you underneath the Christmas tree, you'll want to check out these fantastic accessories that can make using your new gadget even better.

We've searched high and low for the best accessories for some of the most popular tablets on the market today. These accessories can make your laptop more useful, prolong its battery life, protect it from damage and even completely reinvent the way you use them.

And even if you don't have one of the tablets below a lot of the accessories will work across most devices - so there's something for everyone!

iPad Air 2

The iPad Air 2 is Apple's latest and greatest tablet, and as you'd expect for an Apple device, there are loads of fantastic accessories already available.

iPad Air 2 Smart Case

£54.99 ($74, AU$99)

Protect both the front and back of your precious iPad Air 2 with the Smart Case. Coming in a stylish leather design, the Smart Case cleverly interacts with your iPad Air 2, putting the tablet to sleep when you close the case and waking it up when you open it.

The Smart Case can also be folded to turn it into a handy stand to make watching movies or FaceTime chats easy and comfortable. It's not cheap, and there are good third party alternatives, but it's well made and does the job.

Western Digital My Passport Wireless

£150 ($174.12, AU$149)

Unlike some other tablets, the iPad Air 2 doesn't have a MicroSD slot for easily increasing the amount of storage space. That doesn't mean you're stuck with the capacity Apple's given you though.

The Western Digital My Passport Wireless allows you to store all of your photos, videos and music thanks to huge 500GB, 1TB and 2TB capacities. You can connect your iPad Air 2 up via Wi-Fi and wirelessly stream your media to your tablet.

ClamCase Pro

$169 (about £108, AU$207)

Turn your new iPad Air 2 into a slim and sexy laptop that at first glance looks a lot like the MacBook Air with the ClamCase Pro.

There are cheaper keyboards for iPads out there, but none do the job so well – or as stylishly – as the ClamCase Pro. It clips on to the back of the iPad Air 2 and connects via Bluetooth for fast and accurate typing. You can also flip the case 360 degrees and use it as a stand as well.

Apple World Travel Adapter Kit

£35 ($39, AU$48)

The iPad Air 2 is a fantastic devices for watching movies, listening to tunes and reading eBooks, so there's a good chance you'll want to take it travelling with you.

Make sure you're able to charge it up no matter where you are in the world with Apple's World Travel Adapter Kit that comes with six AC plugs that let you safely charge up your iPad Air 2 around the world.

BOSE SoundDock Series III Speaker Dock

£170 ($249, around AU$305)

Turn your iPad Air 2 into the ultimate jukebox with this brilliant digital music system from Bose. Just place the iPad Air 2 into the dock and it will begin charging while it plays your music.

As you would expect from Bose, sound quality is awesome, featuring an acoustic design that offers big sound from a small device. A remote control is also included to let you control your tunes from the other side of the room.

iPad mini 3

The iPad mini 3 fits many of the full size iPad's best features into a compact and stylish design. Even though it's small, there are still lots of fantastic accessories available for the diminutive tablet. If you've got the slightly older iPad mini 2 you'll also be able to make use of these fantastic add-ons.

Cygnett Armour case for iPad mini

£8.95 ($31.60, around AU$38.69)

Protect your new iPad mini 3 from damage as you carry it around with you with the handy Cygnett Armour case. It clips on to the iPad mini 3 and the extra strong case material can be a real life saver if you drop your new tablet.

You can also use the cover as a stand for watching videos and making FaceTime calls as well.

iPad mini Smart Cover

£29 ($39, AU$49)

This thin and minimalist cover quickly and easily snaps on to the front of your new iPad mini 3 via magnets and helps protect the screen from scratches with its polyurethane design. Again, it's not the cheapest and there are good alternatives out there.

You can easily fold the cover to create stands of varying heights for the iPad mini, such as tilting the tablet to comfortably type on or holding it upright for video calls. It will also automatically turn on your iPad mini when it's open, and put the iPad mini to sleep when it's closed.

Philips Fidelio M2BT

£182.39 ( around $285, AU$348)

If you use your iPad mini 3 to store your favourite tunes then you'll want to listen to them in the best possible quality.

This is exactly what the wireless Bluetooth Philips Fidelio M2BT headset offers, with 40mm high definition drivers that have been carefully hand picked to offer the best possible sound quality.

They're also acoustically sealed, so you can appreciate even the smallest details in your music. They're expensive, but if you're a music lover they are well worth the investment.

Wacom Bamboo Stylus Solo

£8.29 (£14.99, around AU$18)

Turn your new iPad mini 3 into the ultimate note pad with this brilliant stylus that can help you scribble down your notes on the iPad mini and turn them into digital notes that you can send as emails or set up as reminders.

If you like doodling then you're going to love this stylus as it lets you draw on the iPad mini's screen without leaving smudges.

PHILIPS M1X-DJ

£271.56 (around $423, AU$518)

Let your iPad mini 3 become the life and soul of the party with this awesome sound system that not only blasts out music at incredible quality but lets you remix, scratch and cross fade your tunes with two large tactile and touch sensitive jog wheels that replicate mixing on vinyl.

Just dock your iPad mini 3, open up the djay 2 app and you're ready to go.

Nexus 9

Google and HTC have teamed up to create the 8.9-inch Nexus 9, and it's a beauty. If you've just got your hands on one, make sure you check out these fantastic accessories.

Nexus 9 Keyboard Folio

£110 ($129, around AU$211)

Simply attach the Nexus 9 Keyboard Folio to the Nexus 9 via the magnetic attachment and the case automatically pairs via Bluetooth. Once attached you can fold the case into two angles, letting you comfortably work on the included mechanical keyboard or watch movies when you're tired of working.

The case will protect your Nexus 9's screen from damage and you get a huge amount of battery life from a single charge.

Nexus 9 Magic Cover

£35 ($34.91, around AU$67)

HTC's Magic Cover for the Nexus 9 attaches magnetically to the tablet, making attaching and removing it a piece of cake. The clever origami-inspired design offers plenty of uses.

For example if you want to take a photo with the cover on, simply flip the corner that covers the camera and the camera app will start up automatically. You can also fold the case in a number of ways to use it as a comfortable stand for the Nexus 9.

JBL Flip 2 Portable Wireless Speaker

£49 (around $77, AU$94)

Hook up your new Nexus 9 to these great sounding speakers by simply tapping the Nexus 9 on the JBL Flip 2. Using NFC (Near Field Communication), the devices will pair via Bluetooth automatically.

You're then ready to wirelessly blast out your tunes, with these portable speakers offering excellent wide-range audio. With the built in battery you'll be able to take these speakers out and about with you to share you music wherever you go.

Mophie Powerstation Battery

£64.71 ($79.95, around AU$123)

Don't get caught out when your Nexus 9 runs out of juice and there isn't a power socket in sight. The Mophie Powerstation Battery can be charged at home, then taken out and about with you.

When your Nexus 9 needs more juice, just plug it in to the Mophie Powerstation Battery and it will quickly charge your device. The sleek, soft-touch finish makes it easy and comfortable to carry around with you.

SteelSeries Free Wireless Gaming Controller

£47.46 ($39.99, around AU$90)

Transform your Nexus 9 into a portable games console with the excellent SteelSeries Free Wireless Gaming Controller.

Accurate buttons and physical thumbsticks allow for precise controls so that playing games on your Nexus 9 has never felt so responsive. If you love gaming on the go with your Nexus 9, you'll love this controller.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S is the latest flagship tablet from the Korean tech giant and comes in two sizes, 8.4-inch and 10.5-inch.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S Slim Cover

£24.99 (around $39, AU$48)

This slim cover will keep your Galaxy Tab S protected while keeping the tablet thin and light. Don't let the slimline cover fool you, this is still a tough cover that can protect the Tab S from knocks and bumps.

Samsung Tab S 10-inch Keyboard

£104.99 (around $165, AU$200)

Turn your Galaxy Tab S into a productive laptop-like device with this slim and wireless keyboard that makes working on your tablet comfortable and easy.

It's thin enough to easily carry around with you, and a large rechargeable battery means you can type away without worrying about finding a place to charge.

Samsung S Action Mouse

£39.99 (around $63, AU$77)

Make working on your Galaxy Tab S and multitasking apps easier than ever with this Bluetooth mouse. The Action mouse has a special Recent App and Multi Window Mode that's been specially designed for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S.

With just a quick press of the S Action Button you can bring up recent apps and quickly view any open windows in a matter of seconds.

Exogear ExoMount Tablet S Car Holder

£29.99 ($46.99, around AU$57)

Turn your Galaxy Tab S into a handy sat nav device or in-car entertainment system for your passengers with this mount that safely secures your tablet onto the dashboard of your car.

It can hold the Galaxy S Tab in landscape and portrait positions without blocking the driver's view of the road, and offers you quick and easy access to all the ports and buttons you need.

OtterBox Utility Series Latch II

£39.99 (around $62, AU$77)

If you live an extreme lifestyle it doesn't mean you have to leave your tablet behind. OtterBox is well known for creating extremely durable tablet cases, and the Utility Series Latch II is no exception.

It not only protects the Samsung Galaxy Tab S from the elements, but it comes with a secure padded hand strap that gives you a vice like grip on your tablet. Pouches are included to store your other accessories, and it can also be used as a stand for viewing the tablet in landscape and portrait modes.

Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact

The Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact is a gorgeous bit of kit, so if you're now the proud owner of Sony's latest flagship tablet you'll want to deck it out with some amazing accessories.

Game Control Mount GCM10

£24.99 (around $39, AU$48)

One of the coolest features of the Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact is the Remote Play function that lets you stream PlayStation 4 games to the tablet.

The Game Control Mount GCM10 lets you securely attach the Z3 Tablet Compact to the PlayStation 4's DualShock controller for excellent comfort and control as you play.

Style Cover Stand

£34.99 (around $55, AU$67)

This compact cover keeps your Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact safe and sound while carrying it from place to place.

When you flip open the cover it will automatically wake up the device, then when you close it the Z3 Tablet Compact will be put into sleep mode. The stand can also be used as a stand for watching movies and making video calls with.

Desk Genie Non-Slip Charging Desk Stand

£12.99 (around $20, AU$25)

The Desk Genie Non-Slip Charging Desk Stand is an accessory of many talents. Not only does it charge your Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact, but it holds it safely and securely aloft as it charges, letting you use the tablet while it charges.

It can even be used as a USB hub and 8-in1 memory card reader as well!

Sony Bluetooth Speaker BSP10

£79.99 (around £125, AU$153)

Get the most out of the music you store on your Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact with this brilliant portable wireless speaker from Sony. The 360 degree speaker system fills any room with music, and with Sony's expertise in audio technology you know your ears will be in for a treat.

Sony Bluetooth Remote with Handset Function BRH10

£40 (around $62, AU$77)

The Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact has a stunning screen for watching movies on, so sit back, relax and control your media with Sony's Bluetooth Remote.

Optimised for Xperia tablets, you can control the Z3 Tablet Compact from across the room. If you get a Skype phonecall you can even answer and talk into the remote control as if it were a phone!

If you misplace the remote control you can use the Z3 Tablet Compact to help track it down - technology for the lazy is what we like to see.

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