Apple iPad Accessories, Gadgets: From Turning On Your Lights to Simplifying Cooking

Accessories for various models of the iPad from Apple can help you simplify your cooking and even turn on your lights at home.

First off is the Hue Connected Bulb from Philips which is priced at $199.95. It can be controlled from any version of the iPad via its app. Once they are Wi-Fi enabled, the three bulbs can be controlled fully, their colors changed and brightness dimmed or increased.

The Drop Kitchen Scale priced at $99.95 is designed to be used with a number of iPad models including the iPad mini 1, 2 and 3, and the iPad Air and Air 2. When used along with recipe apps, it can indicate accurately what ingredient needs to be added and how much needs to used, thereby doing away with the need for traditional measuring spoons and cups.

If you need outstanding sound output when you play music on your iPad then the Harman Kardon Aura priced at $399.95 is a must have. Compatible with the iPad 2,3, and 4, the iPad mini 1, 2 and 3, and the iPad Air and Air 2, this uniquely designed speaker comes with Bluetooth connectivity.

The Connect Wireless Media Drive from SanDisk is priced at $75.47 and comes with 32GB of onboard storage. It also has a microSD slot which you can use to expand its memory. Using this cheap alternative, which is compatible with all iPad models, you don't have to spend more to get an iPad model with extra onboard memory.

As the iPad does not have a physical keyboard, getting the Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard priced at $69.99 from Best Buy is a great way to use it for heavy duty typing. Incorporating aluminum in its design, this keyboard is durable and compatible with the iPad Air.

If you want a stylus for your iPad, then the Intuos Creative Stylus 2 from Wacom is a must have. Priced at $79.95 you can use it to precisely create drawings. It works on models such as the iPad 3, iPad mini 1, 2 and 3 and the iPad Air and Air 2.