iPhone Accessories Holiday Gift Guide 2023

With every new iPhone launch also comes new accessories! I used to have dozens of cases that I used to switch to match my outfits or my mood, but these days I'd rather have fewer cases that I can call my favorites. Check out my round up of phone cases for this season!

Kate Spade Morgan Colorblocked 

iPhone 14 Pro / Pro Max Cardholder Case, $60

I always seem to buy a new iPhone right before the new model comes out. Last time it was because my battery kept dying, this time it's because I lost my phone. While many people are looking for iPhone 15 cases, I have my eyes set on ones for the iPhone 14 Pro. This case is great for anyone that loves earth tones and neutrals. This one comes in Saffiano leather, with a back case that opens up to reveal two card slots. 

Case-Mate Brilliance Chandelier

iPhone 14 Plus, $40

If you happen to have an iPhone 14 Plus, then you are in luck! Instead of $40 you can find this for $14.99 at Target. The 14 Pro can be found on Amazon for $34.49. This case has a gold glitz and glamour feel with an art deco vibe, inspired by a sparkling chandelier.

Burga Emerald Pool 

Elegant iPhone Case, $34.95

These Burga cases are definitely on my gifting list (for myself lol). I love the designs, especially this marble one, and they look sturdy too. They also come in all different sized cases. 

Moschino Teddy Bear AirPods Case, $130

I'm still shocked I don't own AirPods yet, but this would be my case of choice! I love the Moschino bear! I wish there was a phone case in the shape of the bear. 

- Kim Weling

iPhone Case Holiday Gift Guide 2021

With the recent launch of the iPhone 13 series and many people upgrading their phones, now is the perfect time to gift a new iPhone case, or start the new year off with a new case for yourself. Here are a few of my favorite fashionable and functional cases. 

The Pretty Connected Belle Pearl Chain + iPhone Case is the perfect gift for the fashionista. This clear case is paired with a pearl chain (the pearl chain can also be purchased on its own), and can also be swapped out worn with other Pretty Connected silver, mermaid or gold chain straps, including the KESHA x PC Yin Yang Braided Multi-Use Necklace to Mask Chain. This case is perfect to carry or wear on your wrist when you don't have a purse or pockets to store your phone. It's not only an accessory for your phone, but for your entire outfit!

Who needs a wallet when you have the Mujjo Full Leather Wallet Case! This phone case and wallet in one is made with high-quality full-grain vegetable tanned leather and a luxurious Japanese microfiber lining. The leather pocket on the back is designed to hold 2-3 cards, just enough for everything you need on the go:  license, bank or credit card and a metro card. The back pocket is beautifully stitched, and the buttons are full covered in leather. I can't wait to see how this cases ages, as the leather will develop a unique patina and transition from tan to a deep, dark amber. Since I have the iPhone 12 Pro, this case is also available in Black, Slate Green and Monaco blue. For the iPhone 13 series, it is available in Black and Monaco Blue. 

The Purity "Chlorite Ring" iPhone Case, named after the mineral, is a for the fashionista that loves both color and marble for this unique design, with the ring attached. They make a variety of stylish cases that caught my eye but this one is my favorite.

- Kim Weling

2018 Holiday Tech Accessories

These holiday tech accessories are perfect for gifting yourself or your loved ones! iHome's iBTB2 Aquio Removable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker, $59.99, is easily detachable from the bottom half, so you can enjoy music on the go. It's great for road trips, BBQs, and outdoor workouts. This fashionable water bottle has a built-in carry loop, is BPA free, double wall insulated, and keeps your beverages cold up to 24 hours or hot up to 14 hours. It's available in four colors - Merlot, Blush, Seafoam, and Midnight.

Mophie Charge Stream Powerstation Wireless, $79.95

No more worries about plugging in your phone to charge up with this 6,040mAh powerstation! All you need to do is set your phone on top of it!You can also charge wired devices using the USB-A port. 

Mopie Charge Stream Pad+, $59.95

A universal wireless charging pad for Qi-enabled smartphones, this will charge your Apple or Samsung super fast. This is perfect for the home or the office and easy to use - just set your phone down on it and let it charge up!

Western Digital My Passport™ SSD, $89.99 - $399, 

Who is guilty of not backing up their laptop? You'll have no worries with My Passport™SSD, as this has automatic backup to keep all your files safe! It's also got password protection with hardware encryption, and super fast file transfers with speeds up to 540 MB/s. I love the mini, lightweight, sleek design, making it easy for travel, too. My Passport™SSD comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB capactiy.

- Kim Weling

T-Mobile 2017 Holiday Tech Gifts

 mophie powerstation mini - Speckled Magenta, $17.99

It's officially the holiday shopping season! T-Mobile has holiday deals on fun, fashionable tech accessories to gift to friends and family (and even yourself)! One of the best deals is on the mophie PowerStation Mini with a speckled print, on sale for $17.99 (originally $29.99)! 

Check out these must-have iphone cases, for some stylish stocking stuffers. The cases below are for the iPhone 7/8 Plus but T-Mobile also has cases available for the iPhone 7/8, iPhone X and Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. I'm currently using the Case-Mate Waterfall case in Rose Gold, and so far it has been a conversation piece, and is fun to shake up, with its snow globe effect. It also has a shock absorbing bumper, anti-scratch technology and metallic buttons. For more deals and T-Mobile exclusives go to t-mobile.com.

Apple iPhone 7/8 Plus Case-Mate® Karat Case - Pearl, $49.99

Apple iPhone 7/8 Plus Case-Mate Waterfall - Rose Gold, $39.99

Apple iPhone 7/8 Plus Case-Mate® What's Your Mood Case, $49.99

- Kim Weling

Review: Lenovo Yoga Tablet 8

The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 8 is the perfect on-the-go tech gift this holiday season. I'm a big fan of the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11S, so it was only natural that I'd love the new tablet. One of my favorite features which makes this tablet unique are the usage modes: Hold, Tilt and Stand. I love using the kickstand and resting it upright in Stand mode to watch videos or movies, catch up on tv episodes, and play Candy Crush. I can easily type using Tilt mode when updating my blog and social media channels or following up on emails.

The Yoga Tablet 8 is so light (starts at 0.88 pounds) that it's perfect for toting around the city with me, even when I'm carrying all the extras like my DSLR or a pair of heels to change into. It's also a great backup device to have with me in case my phone runs out of battery. I don't have to worry about this tablet running out of battery because it lasts up to 18 hours, thanks to the roomy battery storage housed in the cylinder-shaped side chamber. This is the kind of tablet I need to bring with me to all day events, like Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week or Comic-Con. 

In addition to the sleek, stylish design, here are some key features of the Yoga Tablet 8: an 8" multitouch HD (1280 x 800) display for high definition visuals, front facing integrated stereo speakers with Dolby Digital Plus, 5.0M rear and 1.6M front cameras for high-definition pictures and crisp, clear video chats and Micro-USB and audio jack ports. Another plus is being able to expand the 16GB of eMMC storage with up to 64GB micro-SD card storage support, which comes in handy for transferring photos and videos or storing large files like movies. 

The Lenovo Yoga Tablet 8 is available at lenovo.com and bestbuy.com with a list price starting at $249.00.

- Kim Weling