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Macbook USB to Multiport adapter

Hi, I'm looking for a Multiport adapter for my macbook. I use a macbook because it is reacquired for my study. In my school they only have apple computers so that's why they recommended me to my a MacBook to follow my study from home. Now I want a Multiport Adapter, because right now I can not connect my laptop to anything... only my charger. I saw one on the apple website that I thought was handy for me but I have my doubts if it is worth the price ($69) Does anyone recommend me one? It does not have to be one from apple just one that does the job! I see so many options online and I just don't know which one to pick.

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MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.14

Posted on Oct 2, 2020 6:07 AM

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Posted on Oct 2, 2020 12:26 PM

That allows you to connect an HDMI display and a USB-A device (or hub); the USB-C port in Apple's adapter is only for power.


Be aware that you can find lots of docks/hubs on Amazon in the $50-90 range that offer a bunch of ports, claim dual 4K display support, etc., and usually fall short in many ways. Those docks failing to work as expected are a common question here.


I recommend Elgato, Brydge, OWC, Kensington and Belkin docks. In particular, if you only want to connect a single external display the Brydge Stone (not -Pro) is the most cost effective option (and offers 10 ports), but it's still close to double the cost of Apple's simple adapter.

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Oct 2, 2020 12:26 PM in response to _ces_313

That allows you to connect an HDMI display and a USB-A device (or hub); the USB-C port in Apple's adapter is only for power.


Be aware that you can find lots of docks/hubs on Amazon in the $50-90 range that offer a bunch of ports, claim dual 4K display support, etc., and usually fall short in many ways. Those docks failing to work as expected are a common question here.


I recommend Elgato, Brydge, OWC, Kensington and Belkin docks. In particular, if you only want to connect a single external display the Brydge Stone (not -Pro) is the most cost effective option (and offers 10 ports), but it's still close to double the cost of Apple's simple adapter.

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Oct 2, 2020 6:48 AM in response to _ces_313

Can you say specifically what model of Mac you have? Apple menu > About this Mac.



Your implication is that you have the 2015 MacBook that has just one USB-C port, but if you have a different model that will help determine the best dock for you.


The other information needed is what you want to connect – external display(s), hard drive, ethernet, webcam, etc.

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Oct 2, 2020 12:11 PM in response to neuroanatomist

Im thinking about the same type that is on the apple store website! But I don't want one from apple. I think there are way better options for a better price.

This is the one I am talking about: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MUF82/usb-c-digital-av-multiport-adapter?fnode=4d17312f3a88608d8af7c765eabc97d60023364fd413f8d8ffca32edc4d195e6845ef9f748b1651ae8784f67810abd1855b685572f70192bf7ebb98acd408221c8d2992bf0fab63311d7f4d48338b9e10d7fe156d9b5e57042a8d17f7e0be28d

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