The Ultimate Apple Gift Guide

Essential advice for selecting from Apple’s own kit and accessories to go with it

There was a time, not so long ago, when Apple kept its hardware range as streamlined as possible. That’s no longer the case. These days, the number and variety of Macs, iPads, iPhones and other kit is so mindboggling it can be intimidating sitting down to decide which one you need. Don’t fret, though, because this is where we come in.

In this guide we’ve distilled down your choices to the core Apple products. Are you in the market for a new Mac? We take a look at the new iMac, MacBook and MacBook Pro ranges to help you pick the right model. Are you in need of upgrading your mobile kit? We’ll steer you through the minefield around the iPad, iPhone and Apple Watch.

We’ll examine each model in depth, revealing what’s new and improved in the latest refreshes. We’ll provide a handy of list of specs for each variant, making it easy for you to compare and contrast, plus point you towards some essential accessories that can help you get more from your next purchase. Once we’ve cut to the chase, we’ll even find the time to recommend some great Apple kit as gifts for friends and family. So, whatever your Apple buying needs are, we’ve got them covered – turn the page to get started.