Opting for this product will get you access to three usba 3. Landingzone makes a docking station that connects to the 15inch macbook pro. Here are the best ways to turn your macbook pro, macbook air, or macbook into a. The best thunderbolt 3 docks for apples 2019 inch macbook pro. I have a 2017 macbook pro w touchbar and the dell wd 15 dock work issued it to me. Usbc and thunderbolt 3 both use the typec connector. You can also connect a usb c power adapter and cable to charge your notebook computer. Baseus upgrade 11 in 1 multi usb c hub for macbook pro for. Using a usbc dock with older macbook pros ask different.
Lenovo usb 3 dock with macbook pro apple community. If you get something like the hybriddrive, you can ditch all those cable adapters, and add ssd storage too. Also exploring if the dell wd19 dock will connect to the macbook pro with touchbar. Macbook models introduced in 2015 or later have a single usb c port. This includes full compatibility with the new 2016 macbook pro. Its nearly as powerful as a docking station, but costs a fraction and doesnt take up almost as much space. Kensington is an ideal docking station to expand the. A single port isnt enough to increase productivity and access more than one device at the same time, until you decide to buy one of these thunderbolt 3, solely made for enterprises. Usb c hub adapter, trianium aluminum multi port charger dock usb type c to hdmi usb c 2 usba 3. I upgraded from a 2014 macbook pro that i used in clamshell mode connected to a mouse, keyboard, lots of usb peripherals, and 3 external displays nonretina ones. Neuheit landingzone macbook pro dockingstation 16 140w.
Apr 30, 2020 getting a usb c hub tailored specifically towards thunderbolt connections should be high on the checklist for any power macbook user and the elgato thunderbolt 3 dock is highly rated around the world. Best docking stations for macbook pro in 2020 imore. Jan 10, 2020 on the caldigit usb c pro dock that includes dual display port monitors, three usb a 3. The landingzone usbc dock for macbook pro with touch bar is a nonthunderboltbased dock with a usbc passthrough which works with thunderbolt accessories. Dont use usb c dongles for your macbook pro or ipad pro. Macbook pro retina, 15inch, mid 2012 2015 macbook retina, 12inch, early 2015 2017 imac retina 4k, 21. Jan 31, 2020 elgato thunderbolt 3 pro dock for any macbook pros using thunderbolt 3, this dock has you covered with all the basic ports such as ethernet, hdmi, sd reader, and usba 3. Sep 09, 2019 the dell wd19 dock is a usb c dock with display. All the connectivity is working well, ethernet, usb and 2 monitors. Usb c hub adapter, trianium aluminum multi port charger dock usb type c to hdmi usb c 2 usb a 3. Short answer you get a macbook air or macbook pro docking station, which will turn your single usbc into a variety of other essential ports. Landingzone usb dock express for 15 macbook pro lz012.
Macbook pro retina, inch, late 2012 2015 macbook pro retina, 15inch, mid 2012 2015 macbook retina, 12inch, early 2015 2017. Macbook pro with thunderbolt 3 and dell docking stations. With its comprehensive set of port expansions, stone pro is the simplest and most powerful way to connect your macbook with all of your external devices. Designed specifically for the inch macbook pro, this dock you turn your laptop into an allround desktop solution. The new macbook pro ditches oldstyle usb ports, so we tested a bunch of docks that can help you get your ports back. Macbook pro 16inch, 2019 macbook air retina, inch, 2020 macbook air retina, inch, 2018 2019. For new macbook pros, you need a dock that runs on usbc thunderbolt 3 both because of the port type and because of the electronic technology it is using. Hyperdrive compact thunderbolt 3 usb c hub for macbook pro. Usb c hub adapter,qgeem usb c docking stations,9 in 1 usb c to dual 4k hdmi,usb c to usb,type c sdtf uhsii card reader,compatible with macbook pro. Dont use usbc dongles for your macbook pro or ipad pro.
Adapt to the new normal with this roundup of new usb c docks and dongles. Guided docking allows for a quick integration of your notebook with all of your devices, while. Add a pair of monitors thanks to the extra displayport port, and the magsafe adapter on this landing zone usb dock lets you keep your macbook charging. Best usb c and thunderbolt 3 docking stations for macbook, pro and air use your macbook air pro just like a desktop by adding multiple ports in an easytoconnect setup by simon jary, svp. This will allow everyone to use the usbc dock on a variety of computers. The dock has thunderbolt, hdmi, and vga on the back. There is no dock better suited for your macbook, macbook air, or macbook pro.
Dell wd19 is a modular dock which you can update the connection. Hybriddrive usbc portable dock mitigates sometimes. The usbc travel dock features an hdmi port for easy display connections up to 4k resolution and can be used via bus power when users dont have access to a power outlet. Use your macbookairpro just like a desktop by adding multiple ports in an easy toconnect setup. The usbc dock integrates perfectly into any workflow whether youre rocking a macbook pro, macbook air, macbook, mac mini, imac, chromebook, or pc with. Best usbc and thunderbolt 3 docking station for macbook, pro. Rated 5 out of 5 by chrismar from best tb3 dock for reliability and flexibility i picked this up from amazon and it is a phenomenal dock as long as you can exploit its tb3 with your tb3 40 gps platform, obviously. Usb c hub adapter,qgeem usb c docking stations,9 in 1 usb c to dual 4k hdmi, usb c to usb,type c sdtf uhsii card reader,compatible with macbook pro 201920182016, usb dock 4. Best usbc and thunderbolt 3 docking station for macbook. For that to work i need a thunderbolt 2 male to usbc female adaptor, after some searching it doesnt seem to exist. I have the tb16 and it does not appear to work with the macbook pro. If you have a device that doesnt connect to this port, you might be able to use an adapter to connect it. With up to 40gbps transfer rates and 85w of power, this dock supports multiple peripherals even though it has a single cable.
An organised workspace universal docking stations help free up desk space and keep cables tanglefree. Best usb c multiport adapters and hubs for macbook pro in 2020. Main results landingzone dock secure docking station for 15inch macbook pro with retina display white. The alogic ultra dock nano is designed to make the most of the usbc ports on your macbook pro and macbook air. Getting a usb c hub tailored specifically towards thunderbolt connections should be high on the checklist for any power macbook user and the elgato thunderbolt 3 dock is highly rated around the world. It will charge it but no displays or usb drives are detected by the macbook. Caldigit thunderbolt 3 mini dock previous gallery image. Older macbooks must utilize a thunderbolt 2 dock, which has a specialty port. For that to work i need a thunderbolt 2 male to usb c female adaptor, after some searching it doesnt seem to exist. This means that the usbc dock can be used on thunderbolt 3 computers for added flexibility.
While usb c is a fantastic technology, this could leave you wishing for some of those missing port options especially usb a. The docking station connects up to two monitors and a portable hard drive or other usb device. How to connect usb devices to macbook pro toms guide forum. Being able to use a usb c dock with older thunderbolt 2 macbook pros would not only be cheaper but also allows me to use the same usb c dock if i decided to upgrade to a future macbook. The goal is to set up our office so that when either of us needs a dedicated keyboard, mouse, and larger monitor we can just dock our respective devices. Owc announces line of docking solutions for 16inch macbook pro. Three more usb typea ports join hdmi and gigabit ethernet ports and a. The usb dock express for 15 macbook pro with retina display from landing zone is a docking station that is designed to turn a macbook pro into a portable desktop system, and works with the 15 macbook pro with retina display model a98.
The optimized electrical design allows the vertical dock to pass the connections directly from your macbook through two usb c ports at a full 40gbs. We just bought my wife a new surface pro and now im looking to purchase a dock that can be used with her surface along with my macbook pro late 2016 w thunderbolt 3 usb c. Best usbc and thunderbolt 3 docking stations for macbook, pro and air use your macbookairpro just like a desktop by adding multiple ports in an easytoconnect setup by simon jary, svp. Vava usb c hub 8in1 adapter compatible with any mac using usbc tech, this dock is also fairly versatile and includes everything you need to act like. I have 1 monitor connected by vga and the other connected via displayport, i had to install the displaylink driver to get the dockss dp working, but that went without a hitch. Caldigit thunderbolt 3 mini dock next gallery image.
A budgetfriendlier version of ts3 plus, caldigits usbc pro dock has most of its superior cousins features, including the 85w charging power and lots of ports. Use your macbookairpro just like a desktop by adding multiple ports in an easytoconnect setup. Dell wd15 dock with 2017 macbook pro ask different. If you have a laptop that is with usba ports only, you can still take advantage of the usbc pro docks usb connectivity with some limited functionality. The usbc pro dock is also compatible with non typec laptops, for added flexibility.
Top 5 usbc docking station for your new macbook pro. May 23, 2020 best usbc hubs for macbook pro imore 2020 all macbook pro models have usbc ports, but no other ports will be found on the device at all. Connecting any device to any macbook pro with touch bar now requires a properlyequipped peripheral or a dongle. Best dual purpose dock for surface and macbook pro. Dec 12, 2019 the usbc pro dock is able to provide 85 watts of power over either thunderbolt 3 or usbc, providing full power a 15inch. Best usb c hubs for macbook pro imore 2020 all macbook pro models have usb c ports, but no other ports will be found on the device at all. While usbc is a fantastic technology, this could leave you wishing for some of those missing port options especially usba. Experience power and speed of belkins thunderbolt 3 dock, which has all the benefits in a single docking station solution. So, theres no need to plug in accessories each time you come and go from your desk. Vertical docking station for the macbook pro with thunderbolt. Oct 25, 2016 the best usb c docks for your new macbook pro. For macbook pro or macbook air users, a dock can be used as a way to connect power, all of their peripherals, accessories, and other hardware to their system while at a desk through a single.
Dec 07, 2016 the new macbook pro ditches oldstyle usb ports, so we make a list of docks that can help you get your ports back. Stone pro for thunderbolt 3 acts as a natural extension of your macbook, precisely matching the aesthetic and functionality of your notebook. Being able to use a usbc dock with older thunderbolt 2 macbook pros would not only be cheaper but also allows me to use the same usbc dock if i decided to upgrade to a future macbook. Mar 19, 2020 use usb c with displays and other devices that connect using a usb c cable.
Stone is compatible with the new 2018 inch macbook air. Best usbc and thunderbolt 3 docking station for macbook, pro, air. A single usb cable easily expands workstations with the addition of multiple displays and your goto peripherals. Sleek in its design and simple to use, the vertical dock opens up essential space on a crowded desk while neatly managing the flow of connections in and out of your macbook. In other words, whatever you plug into your macbook you can plug into the dock. This is unlike some other docks and adapters, which provide only 60 w. The best usbc docks for your new macbook pro pcmag.
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