macbook 12 usb-c dongles - hyperdrive 5 in 1 alternatives

This one was a real toughie. I'm thinking of getting a MacBook myself and got curious. Most of what's out there with two USB-C ports (where one is a charging passthrough) are only designed for the MacBook Pro as a dock that only works with two fixed USB-C connectors.

But then I found this:

https://www.kingstongo.com/us/hub/nucleum-usb-type-c-hub

Amazon.com: Kingston Nucleum USB C Hub, Type-C Adapter connect USB 3.0, HDMI, SD/microSD, Power Pass through for MacBook…

Here's a review:

Kingston Nucleum USB Type-C Hub Review & Rating | PCMag.com

It has 2 USB-C ports, 2 USB-A ports, HDMI, SD, and micro SD - with one USB-C male connector on a captive cable. However, it sounds like one of the USB-C ports is only suitable as a charging input while the other only works as an data/power-output port. This might be the only thing close to what you're looking for.

scottfromh wrote:

I find it strange that USB-C is the next standard connection type, yet the Kingston Nucleus hub you have shown is the only observed hub capable of charging a PC while while running one device.

There are the specific ones for MacBook Pros with two USB-C ports. However, they've got the hard connector. I suspect one just passes straight through, while the other one is used for the hub.

https://satechi.net/products/aluminum-type-c-pro-hub-adapter-for-2016-macbook-pr o-13-and-15-40gbs-thunderbolt-3-4k-hdmi-…

Also - I read one of the reviews and it does sound as if both USB-C ports on the Kingston Nucleum can be used for data. However, only one of those ports can be used as a charging input. However, it also stated that there's a glitch where it will be disabled for maybe a second after power is connected/disconnected to the passthrough port.