Do
you have a recent MacBook or MacBook Pro and feel the lack of the various USB
ports and the like? Here is a USB-C HUB that can solve the problem in a simple
way. But not only Macs, even other laptops, tablets or convertibles with the
same connector can benefit from the product we review today.
The
adapter in question is called GN30H, is made by QacQoc and is a HUB
characterized by a great construction care, an excellent choice of materials
and many doors available.
We
find on this adapter several ports to use with our MacBook with USB-C port.
There are two card readers (MicroSD/TF and SD), one fast Ethernet port, one
HDMI port, three USB 3.0 ports with up to 5Gbps band and one USB-C (input) port
for charging.
The
USB-C connector then allows us to recharge our computer during the use of the
HUB in question, so as not to sacrifice anything during the work sessions. This
is a key feature that actually makes Sfruttabilissimo the adapter in question.
To specify that some computers may be reloaded more slowly or not fully
supported. To help you better understand its specifications, we attach the
power data from 14.5 v to 20v.
Main
Features:
Operating
voltage: 5v
Operating
current: 600 ~ 1500m (power consumption)
Charge
voltage/Current: 14.5 V/20v, 1.2 a
By
browsing the other doors, focus on how useful a similar product can be, perhaps
to be held in a bag, if necessary. The new 12-inch MacBooks, as well as MacBook
Pros, are fantastic machines and yet suffer from some gaps, which in the future
will not be so heavy but that now sacrifice a bit the classic use of the PC;
Let's talk about the lack of the classic doors and the presence of the USB-C ports
only.
This
adapter makes it much easier and more convenient to use these new MacBooks,
making available all the most used ports and connectors at all times, clearly
leveraging the only USB-C port available on computers.
The
three USB 3.0 ports are therefore very versatile as they allow us to connect to
our HUB most of the peripherals and accessories available nowadays. In fact, we
can connect USB sticks, hard drives (even rather capacious), printers, mice,
keyboards and so on. Already two only doors would have been enough for multiple
uses but three are even better. Excellent data transfer speed, although here on
SLIDETOMAC we do not lose too much in benchmark.
Card
readers are equally versatile and fast and allow us to quickly transfer content
from the external memory of a smartphone, for example, rather than from a
digital camera. This section of the HUB will make you happy photography
enthusiasts who want to instantly download shots and shoots on their MacBook.
The
Ethernet port compensates for the lack of the dedicated connector on the MAC.
In fact the lack of the Ethernet connector is not an exclusive of the latest
MacBook and MacBook Pro, but it goes back to models a few years ago. This
adapter then allows the computer to connect to the network quickly and easily,
via cable, when the WiFi is not available or is not sufficiently good.
Furthermore,
we find the HDMI connector that supports video output up to 4k 30fps
resolution. The lower resolutions are clearly supported, depending on the
computer model and monitor being used. Pity there is no support for 4k at 60fps
but you can be satisfied without too many waivers.
The
product is made of aluminium but, unlike what was announced on the product
page, it is unable to dissipate the heat quietly. It is hoped that the high
temperatures do not damage the internal components in the long run (there is
still a 12 month warranty from the purchase in case of problems). However, the
connection is stable and reliable. In The package we also find a convenient carrying
pouch.
In
our tests we found ourselves really good so the product turns out to be
recommended. The price is not very low but what is offered is in line with what
is required at the time of purchase, pity only for the temperatures. We talked
about the MAC environment but the product also works on Windows.
Also,
if you find yourself in trouble and need a HUB like that with another computer,
without USB-C, just a tiny adapter to make it exploitable, at least for data
transfer and Internet connection (video output is not supported on computers
Without USB-C via this adapter because the signal switches from the Mini
DisplayPort or Thunderbolt port and not USB). We report, as on Amazon page,
that this HUB is not compatible with these products: Dell XPS 13 936
