The $189 hub turns one laptop port into three, each supporting the new USB 4 and Thunderbolt 4 connection standards. Stephen Shankland worked at CNET from 1998 to 2024 and wrote about processors, ...

Apple’s most recent MacBook Pro and MacBook Air designs are amazingly sleek. But to get those trim figures, designers had to leave out ports that many professionals need. And average users, too. The ...

The hub can deliver a total of 100W to 10 USB-C outlets, with more juice going to devices that it detects need it the most. The hub can deliver a total of 100W to 10 USB-C outlets, with more juice ...

USB-C hubs are almost a must have with today’s slim laptops. While they may come with two or three USB Type-C ports, one is usually taken for power and there are still many devices or connections that ...

The Plugable USB-C Multiport Adapter adds three frequently used ports to MacBook or iPad Pro. Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac There’s no reason to watch a movie on your MacBook or iPad when the world is ...

Plugable has launched the USB-C 5-in-1 hub hub that is both affordable and small in size — but it's not much of an upgrade to a MacBook other than the Ethernet port. The company's latest product is ...

Chris has reported for various tech and consumer goods outlets over the past decade, including Android Police since early 2022. Previously, he has contributed to outlets such as NotebookCheck, and ...

If you have a newer laptop, especially an ultra-thin one, chances are you have a USB-C hub. The problem with USB-C hubs though is they can often be pretty pricey. Another issue is sub-standard or ...

The Plugable 7-in-1 USB 3.0 charging hub is an excellent way to add more USB-A ports to your setup, but it lacks other connectivity options like USB-C or HDMI. Modern Macs focus on USB-C and ...

The Plugable UDCA1A USB-C hub is ideal for creating a home office workstation that just needs a USB C laptop. More of us have been working from home with a variety of office setups so we can work as ...

You can now get Ethernet and 4K@60Hz monitor support in one of the most popular hubs out there. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

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