Ugreen USB-C to 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub
After my company swapped me to an M1 Pro MacBook Pro, my Razer Core X Chroma eGPU no longer worked, since M1 lacks eGPU support. So I got a Ugreen USB-C to 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub.
USB Hub
USB hubs that add ports to laptops and desktops.
Moshi Symbus Mini 7-in-1 USB-C Hub
The Moshi Symbus Mini 7-in-1 is the only hub in Moshi's Symbus range available outside the US, retailing for S$150. Despite the 'mini' name it's as long as an iPhone 12, though still thin at 125g.
Anker USB-C to 3-Port USB 3.0 Hub With Ethernet Adapter
Hunting for a USB-C Ethernet adapter, I found Belkin's at S$49 overpriced versus Anker's at S$32. For a little more, the Anker USB-C to 3-Port USB 3.0 Hub with Ethernet Adapter adds extra USB ports, so I chose it.
OctoFire 96W/19.2A 8-Port USB 3.0 Hub/Charger
The OctoFire 96W/19.2A 8-Port USB 3.0 Hub/Charger launched on Kickstarter in January 2015, raising US$115,414 from 1,270 backers. As a Super Early Bird backer, I paid US$59 plus shipping for this combined eight-port hub and high-power charger.
Aukey 10-Port USB 3.0 Hub
My third and final Aukey product is the Aukey 10-Port USB 3.0 Hub, selling for US$49.99 on Amazon. Its aluminium build matches a Mac, measuring 183mm and weighing 180g. Being USB 3.0, it supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbps.
Moshi Cardette 3 – USB 3.0 Card Reader + 2-Port USB 3.0 Hub
The Moshi Cardette 3 is in its third generation, hence the number, neatly coinciding with USB 3.0. It's a USB 3.0 card reader with a built-in 2-port USB 3.0 hub, and at just 88g it's wonderfully lightweight and travel-friendly.
Anker Uspeed USB 3.0 9-Port Hub + 5V 2.1A Charging Port With 12V 5A Power Adapter
I got the Anker Uspeed USB 3.0 9-Port Hub from Amazon for US$59.99, excluding shipping. Despite the long name, it's basically a 9-port USB 3.0 powered hub with an extra USB charging port. You can charge from all nine ports.