These are the best accessories for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is official, and it's sure to be a hot seller (no pun intended). To get the most out of the Note 8 experience, you're going to need the right accessories.
We'll keep continuously updating this list throughout the release of the Note 8 and beyond to provide you with the best accessories, but here are the best that we've rounded up so far!
- Samsung Alcantara case
- Anker PowerCore+ 21000
- Micro SD card
- Samsung Gear VR w/ controller
- Samsung Gear S3 smartwatch
- Samsung Fast Charge Wireless Convertible Charging Stand
- Samsung Gear 360
- Samsung DeX Station
Samsung Alcantara case
Samsung is known to makes great cases for its phones, and arguably one of the best available for the Note 8 is the soft, colorful and really grippy Alcantara case.
Not only does it look great, but the suede-like material makes the slippery phone more comfortable to hold and adds a bit of friction, too. Easy to install and available in a nice variety of colors, this is a case that will keep your phone both protected and stylish.
Need more convincing? Check out our hands-on review of the Alcantara.
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Anker PowerCore+ 21000
The Note 8 has a bigger battery than most, but if you're a heavy user you still might find yourself running out of juice before the end of the day. That could be an issue if your phone hits that low battery warning while you're away from a wall outlet.
That's what makes a battery pack such a clutch accessory, and specifically the Anker PowerCore+ 21000 which is both super functional and compact. Its slim enough to easily fit into a backpack or purse pocket while giving you the option to recharge your Note 8 from the brink multiple times with a fully-charged pack. And since there are two USB-A charging ports, you're able to simultaneously charge your phone and a friend's phone, too, because sharing is caring.
Now available for just over $30, it's an absolute steal and the most affordable way to ensure your phone never goes dead at an inopportune time.
MicroSD card
The Note 8 ships with 64GB of internal storage, but if that's simply not enough for your needs you'll be happy to know Samsung has included a microSD card slot — meaning you can add more storage for those 4K videos or whatever reason you need more storage.
Our recommendations for the Galaxy S8 should certainly apply to the Note 8 in a pinch, but if we had to recommend just one card, we'd go with Samsung's own 256GB EVO Select microSD. Available for around $150 it ain't cheap, but you get what you pay for — read speeds of up to 100MB/s, write speeds of up to 90MB/s, and Class 10 UHS 3 classification which ensures it's good to go for 4K video.
There are other options available with the same speed specs available, but if you own a Galaxy Note 8 we imagine you live by the mantra "Go Big or Go Home."
Samsung Gear VR with new controller
If you've never tried Samsung Gear VR before, you're in for a real treat. Samsung partnered up with Oculus to provide one of the best mobile VR experiences you'll find with compelling games to play alone or with friends, tons of streaming video apps and VR exclusive experiences, along with its own functional social media platform.
The updated version for 2017 is compatible with the latest Samsung flagships, and Samsung has also included a new touch controller. It's about the best virtual experience you'll find without dropping thousands of dollars on a top of the line gaming PC, and is instead available for just $125. VR for all!
Everything you need to know about the Samsung Gear VR
Samsung Gear S3 smartwatch
The Gear S3 is an amazing smartwatch with tons of features that naturally pairs nicely with the Galaxy Note 8. It doesn't get as much love as other smartwatch options, but if you're running it with Samsung's latest smartphone, you're going to get awesome features like Samsung Pay, which isn't available on other devices.
Available for under $300, Samsung's smartwatch is more than affordable and looks great with a long-lasting battery and awesome features. If you own the Note 8 and have been considering buying a new smartwatch, the Gear S3 is a perfect pairing.
Samsung Fast Charge Wireless Convertible Charging Stand
Like the Samsung flagships that came before it, the Note 8 allows for wireless charging. Samsung's own wireless charging pad is the first option you should consider. All you need to do is place your phone on the charging pad and it starts charging at Fast Charge speeds.
Need your phone to be accessible while you work? Flip up the stand and you've got a charging stand that lets you read incoming notifications or accept calls without interrupting your phone charging. You can get yours for around $52 on Amazon.
Samsung Gear 360
If you're pre-ordering your Galaxy Note 8, you might receive an offer to choose between a free Gear 360 or a wireless charging pad and microSD card bundle. While the charging pad/microSd card option is clearly the more practical choice, who can resist a super-cool 360-degree camera that shoots in 4K?
If you missed out on that deal or opted for the latter deal, you can still pick up your own Gear 360 for around $200 on Amazon. Check out our full review to learn more about how easy and fun it is to use this portable 360 camera.
Samsung DeX Station
Samsung introduced DeX alongside the Galaxy S8, but it was prominently featured in the Note 8 announcement presentation, too. It's a dock that you plug your phone into that lets you use it more like a desktop computer — all you need is a monitor, keyboard and mouse to complete the setup.
While Samsung likes to talk about DeX as if it's a full replacement for carrying a laptop with you, we beg to differ — it's something different entirely, but that doesn't mean it isn't useful. Then again, we tested it on the Galaxy S8, so maybe the extra RAM and newer software build on the Note 8 will make a difference. Either way, if you love the novelty of using your phone as a computer and like being on the cutting edge you'll probably want a DeX Station for your Note 8.
Which accessories are you buying?
We know the hype is real for the Note 8, and many of you may have already started picking up accessories for your new device. We want to know what you got, or what you want! Let us know in the comments.
Updated November 2017: Added our top pick for cases and the Anker battery pack, along with Samsung's Gear VR headset and Gear S3 smartwatch.
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