There are no Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, nor USB-A 3.2 ports, but for your run-of-the-mill connectivity needs and dual 4K display support, Plugable shows its docking station mastery once again The highlight of it all is its competitive price, although it's clear this has affected the type of ports it boasts. It even throws in an SD card reader and a microSD card reader, along with a Gigabit Ethernet port for good measure. There are more USB-A ports than one could ask for, constant 100W charging via the USB-C host port, and two HDMI and two DisplayPort outputs with 4K at 60Hz support.

This sleek, unassuming docking station was built to suit the needs of many laptop users looking to expand their desk setup. Its dual monitor connectivity options are welcome, the two types of SD card readers won’t go unnoticed by content creators, and its 100W PD charging can speedily top up your laptop. Now you can do more, effortlessly on your Apple M1 Mac or iPad, any Apple Intel-based Mac with Thunderbolt 3, or any Thunderbolt 4 PC.The Plugable Dual 4K Display Docking Station is a fantastic docking station for its (discounted) price, especially for those who have a plethora of USB-A accessories and want to use them all at once on their laptops. The OWC Thunderbolt Hub’s four Thunderbolt (USB-C) ports and one USB port massively expand your connection possibilities. OWC Thunderbolt 4 Hub features:įor the first time ever, the OWC Thunderbolt Hub lets you consolidate and simplify the connectivity between all your devices with all the Thunderbolt ports you’ve always wanted. Or if you’re more partial to a setup that’s all about the desktop, Apple’s new M2 Mac mini is also getting in on the first discounts starting at $549.

Following a $200 discount, you can now turn all of the power of the new portable machine into more of a desktop solution thanks to the lead deal while taking advantage of a rare discount that lands at $1,799. The 1-meter version goes for $34, and is a notable option for making sure you can hide the hub out of site on your desk with plenty of slack to spare.Īs for devices to plug into the OWC hub, the best price yet has arrived on Apple’s all-new 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro. Though if you could use some added slack for pairing the hub with your MacBook, OWC’s Thunderbolt 4 cables also come in longer lengths, too. The usually more affordable Anker alternative sells for more right now, and even models from lesser-known brands aren’t as low as OWC’s solution. As far as more affordable Thunderbolt 4 offerings go, the lead deal is as good as it gets for being able to expand a Mac or PC with the latest standard.

Mac mini thunderbolt 3 hub