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OWC’s Thunderbolt 3 Makes Your Laptop More Versatile

OWC’s Thunderbolt 3 Makes Your Laptop More Versatile

We have an endless array of gadgets on our desk nowadays. As I look on mine, I see a laptop, a microSD card and standard SD card, a 3DS, a phone, and a tablet. All of these things have power needs. Each one has storage needs. Many combine and work together. But, when it comes to actually getting these things prepared, sorted, and charged, there are never enough outlets or ports. Things always fall a bit short. This is when you need some sort of dock. Fortunately, the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock is around and an option for people who need something to help them in their day-to-day or business life. With this convenient dock on your desk, or even in your backpack, you will be set and prepared for everything.

First, what is a Thunderbolt 3 Dock? Good question! You know how laptops don’t have tons of ports on them? They aren’t like desktops, where you are guaranteed at least three USB ports, various readers, and additional outputs for displaying or connecting to audio sources or other machines. Looking at my machine right now, I have two USB ports, an HDMI port, one for ethernet cables and a standard SD card reader. That isn’t very much. That is where a device like the Thunderbolt 3 Dock comes in. It extends your reach and makes it possible to do more things at one time, without having to pay for multiple extra cords or peripherals.

So the Thunderbolt 3 Dock starts off by giving you the extra basic things you may need. There are five USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, which lets you get information off of devices and onto your computer at 5GB per second, as well as deliver high power to anything plugged into it. You also get a SD card reader and gigabit ethernet port. You know, all of the basic things you would need, guaranteed to transport data twice as fast as a Thunderbolt 2 Doc. You could plug phones, SD cards, tablets, and even handheld gaming systems into it to charge, provided you have the right cords.

The other eight ports on the Thunderbolt 3 Dock get a bit more specialized. People in need of extra audio ports get expanded analog audio in/out and S/PDIF ports. The former is for audio equipment like microphones and speakers, while the latter is for professional grade digital audio. For those in need of a display, there is a mini DisplayPort for customized layouts. Two Thunderbolt 3 ports are present in case you need super-fast data transferring, letting you get things from one device to another at 40GB per second. Finally, the FireWire 800 takes you back, letting you use legacy devices with this hub and newer items. It is all about keeping every possible front covered, so you are always prepared for any eventuality.

Streamers might appreciate these features, especially with all those large media files! Why? Because of its capabilities. You can use a Thunderbolt 3 Dock with standard displays, HDs, 4Ks, Ultra HD 4Ks, or even 5Ks. With that digital audio port, you can handle FW800 and S/PDIF digital audio. Imagine heading to an event. Maybe it is a convention or tournament. You can’t have your desktop with you, but you can bring a laptop. By having the Thunderbolt 3 Dock tucked in your bag, you can take advantage of the tech at the event and work as normal. You would not have to compromise just because you aren’t at your home base.

OWC’s Thunderbolt 3 Makes Your Laptop More Versatile

The power part of this equation is also incredibly important. When you are on the go, you don’t have a lot of time to sit around, charging up devices. The Thunderbolt 3 Dock offers a 65 watt charge for laptops. It provides a faster charge than the Thunderbolt 2 Dock. When you sit down and plug in everything you need, that means less time spent actually sitting. The peripheral works harder and has more advanced ports so you don’t have to be paused any longer. It is all about efficiency. When every electronic you own is optimized, you can be too.

People shouldn’t have to think a laptop means giving up on all sorts of ports and possibilities for the sake of portability. Everyone should know there are options to make mobile computing as comprehensive as a desktop can be. The Thunderbolt 3 Dock makes that possible. Its 13 ports cover every eventuality. It doesn’t matter if you are getting it for casual use at home or professional use on the go. Each option gives you the opportunity to access multiple devices, enjoy great displays, transfer data quickly, and get all of your devices charged in a flash.

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