The best smartphone accessories to buy 2020

© Tim Robberts   Portable chargers, durable cases, screen protectors and earbuds are all accessories that can upgrade your experience with your smartphone.

By Whitson Gordon, NBC News

Even during the quarantine many are facing face under broad stay-at-home orders or self-imposed precautions keeping them at home, smartphones have maintained their place in our everyday lives. Your phone goes everywhere with you — it’s your link to work, your music player and the map that helps you find your way around if you head off on a road trip, a stroll or a bike ride. But your initial (and often hefty) investment in your smartphone doesn’t guarantee you’re getting the most out of it. Peripheral accessories can largely improve both the function you get out of your phone and help preserve its quality and longevity. The right phone accessories and equipment can make sure your smartphone is pulling its maximum weight. Below are some of the best accessories for your smartphone — from the best chargers to the best phone cases — at different price points and for every smartphone user.

Upgrade your smartphone charger: Aukey

1. Aukey Omnia Duo 65W PD Charger

Apple boasts that the iPhone 8 and newer models can charge up to 50 percent in only 30 minutes — but that’s not the case if you’re using the charger Apple includes in the box. With the exception of the iPhone 11 Pro models, all iPhones come with a relatively slow charger so you’d be well served opting for a USB-C to Lightning cable and a USB-C charger capable of 18 watts or more for faster charging. This one from Aukey is a great option, since its two ports and 65W can charge multiple devices at once.

Aukey Omnia 65W PD Charger

© Amazon   USB C Charger AUKEY Omnia 65W Fast Charger PD Charger with Foldable Plug, 2-Port USB C Wall Charger with GaNFast Tech & Dynamic Detect for iPhone 11 Pro Max/SE,AirPods Pro,Pixel 4XL,Galaxy S20, Switch (Amazon / Amazon)

• Aukey Omnia 65W PD Charger $49.99 at Amazon

• Aukey Omnia 65W PD Charger $37.99 at ebay

Get comfortable with a fast charging wireless charger: RavPower

2. RavPower Fast Wireless Charger

Most modern phones can also charge wirelessly, meaning you don’t have to fumble with cables and ports to get them juiced up. RavPower offers a great non-slip charging pad for less than $30, so you can put a few around your house for convenient charging at any moment.

RavPower Fast Wireless Charger

© Amazon   Spigen Liquid Air Armor Designed for Apple iPhone 11 Case (2019) - Matte Black (Amazon / Amazon)

• RavPower Fast Wireless Charger $26.99 at Amazon

• RavPower Fast Wireless Charger $27.99 at ebay

• RavPower Fast Wireless Charger $24.00 at Newegg

Protect your investment with a smartphone case: Spigen

3. Spigen Liquid Armor

There are a ton of great cases out there, from super-thin cases that feel like nothing is there to strong, solid cases with great drop protection. You can see a full list of cases in our buying guide, but if I had to pick one, I’d go with the Spigen Liquid Armor, which strikes a good balance between a slim design and a bit of shock-absorbing protection.

Spigen Liquid Armor

© Amazon   Spigen Liquid Air Armor Designed for Apple iPhone 11 Case (2019) - Matte Black (Amazon / Amazon)

• Spigen Liquid Armor $12.97 at Amazon

• Spigen Liquid Armor $19.99 at Spigen

Prevent scratches with a screen protector: Maxboost

4. Maxboost Tempered Glass Screen Protector

The glass on your screen is hard but it isn’t completely scratch-proof. Give it a bit of extra protection with this tempered glass screen protector from Maxboost. It’s strong, thin and comes with a plastic applicator to help you line it up perfectly on your phone.

Maxboost Tempered Glass Screen Protector

© Amazon   Maxboost Screen Protector Compatible with Apple iPhone 11 and iPhone XR (6.1 Inch) (3 Pack, Clear) 0.25mm Tempered Glass Screen Protector w/ Advanced HD Clarity / Case Friendly 99% Touch Accurate (Amazon / Amazon)

• Maxboost Tempered Glass Screen Protector $10.99 at Amazon

• Maxboost Tempered Glass Screen Protector $16.89 at ebay

Equip the best portable charger for your next trip: Anker

5. Anker PowerCore 10000 PD Redux

Most phones can make it through a normal day or so without needing to charge, but if you’re using it heavily — maybe trying to map your way through an unfamiliar city or streets you’re just now discovering — you’ll want some backup power. Our full buying guide includes battery banks for every scenario, but the Anker PowerCore 10000 hits a good sweet spot between size and capacity, making it one of the best overall portable chargers around.

Anker PowerCore 10000 PD Redux

© Amazon Anker PowerCore 10000 PD Redux, 10000mAh Portable Charger USB-C Power Delivery (18W) Power Bank for iPhone 11/11 Pro / 11 Pro Max / 8 / X/XS Samsung S10, Pixel 3/3XL, iPad Pro 2018, and More (Amazon / Amazon)

• Anker PowerCore 10000 PD Redux $35.99 at Amazon

• Anker PowerCore 10000 PD Redux $35.99 at Anker

• Anker PowerCore 10000 PD Redux $35.99 at Newegg

Listen to your favorites with truly wireless earbuds: Jabra

6. Jabra Elite 75t Earbuds

The earbuds that came with your smartphone — if it came with any at all — are probably mediocre, at best. Ditch the wires and boost your sound quality with a pair of higher-end wireless earbuds — you can find them in all shapes and styles — with some built for exercise and others built with noise-canceling to silence the outside world. The Jabra Elite 75t is one of the best overall options, combining lots of features and great sound quality at under $200.

Jabra Elite 75t Earbuds

• Jabra Elite 75t Earbuds $179.99 at Amazon

• Jabra Elite 75t Earbuds $179.99 at Best Buy

• Jabra Elite 75t Earbuds $179.99 at Jabra

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