A new school year is a fresh start—new classes, new ambitions, and finally, new gear to meet them with. This fall, that starts with the MacBook Neo, arguably Apple's most colorful, most student-ready Mac in years. It's the laptop that turns a dorm desk into a design studio, a lecture hall into a recording booth, and a 2 a.m. deadline into a manageable one.

Whatever this semester throws at you—a 15-page paper, a group project, a photography class, a first side hustle—the right setup is what makes it feel possible. So we built a Back-to-School Collection of MacBook accessories around the Neo: Mac-ready gear designed to help you take on every academic and everyday task. Pick your color, build your kit, and start the year ready for anything.

Made for your Neo: USB-C hubs & adapters in every color

Start with the pieces built for the Neo itself. Three launch heroes, now color-matched to all four finishes—right down to the braided cable.

The OntheGo™ 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter is the usb c multiport adapter that expands one Neo port into a full workspace: plug into either of its two USB-C ports and your display, power, and drives all come alive at once. It's the piece to reach for when you're moving between the library, a lecture hall, and your desk—everything you need in a puck that disappears into a bag.

Highlights:

• 4K HDMI at 60Hz, up to 60W pass-through charging, plus USB-C, USB-A, and an SD (UHS-I) slot

• Five ports live at once, from a palm-sized puck with a magnetic base

OntheGo™ 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter — $44.99 · Silver, Indigo, Citrus, Blush.

The USB-C Snap Hub was engineered for the Neo's two asymmetric ports—the exact reason a generic USB-C hub for Mac can quietly underperform on it. It routes power, data, and video correctly, so all six ports come up live the moment you plug in, and it sits flush against the laptop's edge. If you dock at one desk most days, this is the one to leave plugged in.

All 6 ports active at once · up to 45W pass-through · SD + microSD · flush-mount fit

USB-C Snap Hub — $44.99 · in all four colors.

The Slim EX Wireless Mouse finishes the set—a wireless mouse for Mac that's now in Indigo, Citrus, and Blush (with Space Black and Silver too). Slim enough for a laptop sleeve, quiet enough for a shared study room, it's the easy third pick that rounds out a full Neo kit.

Slim EX Wireless Mouse — $29.99 · five colors.

Type faster, work smarter: wireless keyboards for Mac

A full external keyboard changes everything once you're past note-taking—a long paper, a coding project, a spreadsheet marathon. Satechi's range of wireless keyboards for Mac runs from slim wireless to full mechanical, most with multi-device Bluetooth so one keyboard drives your Mac, iPad, and iPhone.

A good wireless keyboard for Mac should feel like an extension of macOS, not a workaround—dedicated media keys, the layout you expect, and a battery you rarely think about. Here's how the lineup breaks down.

A few to consider:

• Slim EX1 & EX3 Wireless Keyboards—low-profile, Mac-native layouts that keep a desk tidy ($49.99–$69.99)

• SM1 & SM3 Mechanical Keyboards—real key travel for people who type all day ($99.99–$119.99)

• Bluetooth Extended Keypad—a dedicated number pad for spreadsheet season ($44.99)

All wireless, all built around macOS conventions—no remapping, no missing function keys, no fighting a USB-C port just to type.

Not sure which board to start with? Students who mostly write essays do fine on a slim EX keyboard, while anyone coding or gaming between classes tends to prefer the mechanical SM feel. And if your major runs on numbers—accounting, engineering, statistics—pair the Bluetooth Extended Keypad with either one and you get a full desktop layout without giving up the compact keyboard you actually travel with.

Never lose a thing: the FindAll™ collection

The fastest way to derail a good semester is losing the things that get you through it. The FindAll™ Collection keeps tabs on your essentials—each one findable right from your phone.

Each tracker works with your phone's Find network, so a misplaced item is a quick tap away rather than a lost afternoon.

The lineup:

• FindAll™ Keychain—for the keys you can't afford to misplace ($29.99)

• FindAll™ Card—slips into a wallet, so it never wanders far ($34.99)

• FindAll™ Glasses Case—protects your frames and pings when they hide ($49.99)

In Black, Sand, and Desert Rose—small enough to forget about, easy enough to find.

Make the desk yours: desk accessories and a wireless mouse for Mac

College is often the first space that's fully your own—and a few pieces turn a bare surface into a workspace you actually want to sit at, and one built to stay there through more than one semester.

A dedicated desk is one of the quiet upgrades that makes studying at home actually stick, and a good wireless mouse for Mac is the difference between fighting a trackpad and flying through a design file.

Round it out:

• Vegan-Leather Desk Mat—a clean, defined surface that protects your desk and wipes down after coffee ($39.99)

• Vegan-Leather Mouse Pad—the smaller companion, same warm finish ($19.99)

• M1 Bluetooth Wireless Mouse—smooth, multi-device tracking in a compact shell ($29.99)

• C1 Mouse—a simple, reliable everyday pointer ($19.99)

Mix and match to match—the vegan leather comes in Blue, Black, and Brown, made to look good long after move-in day.

The desk mat pulls double duty, too: it's a large, consistent tracking surface for any mouse and a scratch guard for a dorm desk you don't own—so your deposit survives the year right alongside your setup.

Power everything, everywhere: charging

Between a phone, earbuds, a watch, and the Neo itself, keeping everything charged is its own daily assignment. These make it a non-issue.

From a nightstand full of devices to a full-speed top-up for the Neo before class, the right mix of wall and wireless chargers keeps everything ready—no hunting for an outlet.

Top up in style:

• 3-in-1 Qi2 Wireless Charger—phone, watch, and earbuds from one tidy stand ($129.99)

• 2-in-1 Qi2 Wireless Charger—the compact nightstand version ($79.99)

• 67W Slim Wall Charger—full-speed power for the Neo, slim enough to live in a backpack pocket ($59.99, US only)

One less thing to think about on the way to a 9 a.m.

Build your kit: ready-made Back to School bundles

Not sure where to start? We built four ready-made kits so you can skip the guesswork and grab a setup that fits how you work:

• Neo Starter — the OntheGo adapter, USB-C Snap Hub, and Slim EX Mouse: the essential Neo trio in one box.

• Desk Setup — a wireless keyboard, mouse, and vegan-leather mat for a home base that stays put.

• Power Desk — charging and desk gear to keep your workspace topped up and clutter-free.

• Campus Carry — the grab-and-go essentials—adapter, mouse, and a FindAll tracker—for lecture-hall days.

MacBook accessories FAQ

What accessories do I need for a MacBook Neo?

For most students, three MacBook accessories cover the essentials: a USB-C hub or multiport adapter to add HDMI, SD, and legacy USB-A; an external wireless keyboard for longer writing and coding sessions; and a wireless mouse for Mac for precise navigation. From there, desk gear, trackers, and charging round out a full setup.

What's the difference between the OntheGo adapter and the USB-C Snap Hub?

The OntheGo 5-in-1 is a pocketable USB-C multiport adapter that expands a single connection into five ports—ideal for moving between spaces. The USB-C Snap Hub is engineered specifically for the Neo's two asymmetric ports, brings up six ports at once, and sits flush against the laptop, so it's the better pick as a fixed desk dock.

Do I really need a USB-C hub for a Mac?

If you connect an external display, transfer files from an SD card, or plug in older USB-A devices, yes—a USB-C hub for Mac saves you juggling dongles and keeps everything live from one connection. If you only ever charge and use Bluetooth peripherals, you can skip it.

Which wireless keyboard for Mac should I pick?

Choose a Slim EX wireless keyboard if you want a low-profile, travel-friendly board; step up to the SM-series mechanical keyboards for quiet, satisfyingly tactile typing when you're at the keyboard all day; and add the Bluetooth Extended Keypad if you live in spreadsheets. All use macOS layouts, so there's no remapping.

Are these accessories only for the MacBook Neo?

No. While the color-matched finishes are made for the Neo, every piece works across Mac, iPad, and iPhone thanks to USB-C and multi-device Bluetooth. They're some of the best Mac accessories for any recent Apple setup. Always check the Compatibility section on each product page for the full list of supported devices, or visit our product support center at https://support.satechi.com/hc/en-us.

Do the colors actually match the Neo's finishes?

Yes. The launch heroes— OntheGo™ 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter, USB-C Snap Hub, and Slim EX Wireless Mouse —are color-matched to all four Neo colorways (Silver, Indigo, Citrus, and Blush), down to the braided cable, so your kit looks like it came in the box.

How many USB-C ports does the MacBook Neo have?

The MacBook Neo uses a two-port asymmetric USB-C layout—two ports positioned differently on each side. That asymmetry is exactly why the USB-C Snap Hub is engineered specifically for it: a generic hub can route power, data, and video in ways the Neo doesn't expect, while the Snap Hub brings all six ports up correctly the moment you connect.

What are the best Mac accessories for back to school?

The best Mac accessories for back to school are the ones you'll reach for daily: a USB-C hub or multiport adapter for connectivity, a wireless keyboard for Mac for long assignments, a wireless mouse for Mac for everyday navigation, and a charger that keeps everything ready. Add desk gear and trackers to round out a setup that lasts well past finals.

How do I connect an external monitor to the MacBook Neo?

Use either the OntheGo 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter or the USB-C Snap Hub—both add a 4K HDMI output at 60Hz, which matches the Neo's display ceiling. Plug your monitor's HDMI cable into the adapter or hub, connect it to a USB-C port, and the Neo drives the external screen while the remaining ports stay live for power and storage.

Will a USB-C hub charge my MacBook Neo while it's connected?

Yes—both connectivity picks support USB-C pass-through charging, so you can power the Neo and use every port at once. The OntheGo adapter passes up to 60W and the USB-C Snap Hub up to 45W; plug your wall charger into the hub's USB-C PD port and it tops up the laptop while HDMI, USB, and the card readers keep working.

Can I use one keyboard and mouse across my Mac, iPad, and iPhone?

That's exactly what the multi-device Bluetooth is for. Most of Satechi's wireless keyboards for Mac and the Slim EX Wireless Mouse pair with two or three devices and switch with a button press, so the same keyboard and mouse can drive your Neo for a paper, your iPad for notes, and your iPhone for quick replies.

Color your semester

The full lineup of MacBook accessories is live now. Explore the Back-to-School Collection, pick your color, and build the setup your Neo has been asking for.

A new year, a new Neo, and gear that's ready for whatever's on the syllabus—and built to stick around long after finals. Go color your semester.