USB-C Hubs

What we like Kingston's beautifully designed Nucleum™ USB-C hub turns a single USB-C port into a workhorse with the following ports: The Kingston Nucleum appears designed primarily as a mobile hub for situations where the computer sits on a desk. It's 7 ports bring enough features to fit most situations. The 2-year warranty from a known brand means peace of … [Read more...] about Kingston Nucleum USB-C Hub Review: 7 Ports That Elegantly Transform Port-Starved Devices

Those traveling with a USB Type-C-based computer with few, if any, additional ports should seriously consider the OWC USB Type-C Travel Dock as one of their travel companions. What we like This 17 mm (0.7 in) H x 80 mm (3.2 in) W x 80 mm (3.2 in) L USB-C dock, that weight only 91 g (3.2 oz) performs well at home or away. When connected to a computer via a USB-C cable, … [Read more...] about Review: OWC USB Type-C Travel Dock Integrates Ports with Connector for Ideal Travel Companion

$69.99 I evaluate USB-C hubs against two broad criteria: fit and function. The Satechi Slim Type-C Multi-Port Adapter V2, with its short cable, fits most USB-C devices well, even the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (though it does leave the hub dangling a bit).  At about a tenth of a pound and measuring in at 4.7 x 1.08 x 0.4 the type C adapter fits easily in even the smallest … [Read more...] about Review: Satechi Slim Type-C Multi-Port Adapter V2

The $59.99 Satechi USB-C Mobile Pro Hub turns the iPad Pro into a connected workhorse iPadOS 13 turns the iPad Pro into a powerful computer. iPadOS 13.4 empowers it with improved keyboard and mouse support. But software does nothing to turn the single USB-C port into anything more than a charging receptacle. The USB-C Mobile Pro Hub opens up the connecting power of … [Read more...] about QuickTake Review: Satechi USB-C Mobile Pro Hub

Twelve South StayGo USB-C Hub: Twelve South doesn’t just make well-designed leather cases for iPhones and iPads. It also makes a variety of accessories. The most recent is the $99.99 Stay Go USB-C Hub. Overview of StayGo USB-C Hub: MacBook Edition This round-edged black rectangle houses a 4K HMDI port, 3 USB-A ports, Ethernet, USB-C, along with SD and micro-SD slots. … [Read more...] about Quick Take Review: Twelve South StayGo USB-C Hub