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ITEM REVIEWED : intpw USB C Hub 10Gbps, 9-IN-1 USB C Docking Station with 4K@60Hz HDMI,
.................................USB C/ 2 USB A 3.2, 2 USB-A 2.0, PD 100W, SD/TF port,
.................................Aluminum Powered USB Hub for iPhone 16/15 Series, MacBook Air/Pro and More
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I've tried this plugged into an older laptop that only has USB2 ports with a USB-A to USB-C adapter. Everything worked well (of course all the output ports only delivered USB2 speeds). In this configuration I was also limited to only a total of 500mA power out distributed to all the USB output ports (because the USB2 specification has a maximum delivery output of 500mA). So plugging USB devices into it that had higher power requirements (or too many power hungry stuff plugged in) caused the plugged in devices not to work properly (due to not getting enough power). This would have been solved if this device could be powered by a separate power supply... but alas there is no provision for this. BUT keep in mind this device was not meant to be plugged into a USB2 port like I tried. So I cannot complain about this... But I can still say it would have been nice.... Connecting the HDMI output to a spare monitor allowed me to have a second screen for my laptop. This laptop runs Windows 10 and I did not have to install any drivers... it configured on it's own.

Plugging this into my latest mini desktop PC which has USB3 ports (but all USB-A style) I also had to use a USB-A to USB-C adapter. However connected to this machine the USB outputs all worked as expected. I had no issues. Likewise connecting a spare monitor to the HDMI output allowed me another monitor on that computer as well.

In either hook up test, I was easily able to plug in a read various SD and micro SD cards I plugged into it.

I did NOT try to charge any USB devices using this docking station. According to the specifications, I would have to plug this into a USB3.2 port in order to get the higher power needed to use the rapid charging features.

It has a solid metal case and a robust connector cable. IS it worth the current listed price of CA$59.99 ? I'd say yes,,, or at worst close enough not to matter. If you were to buy a separately a USB 3 hub, an SD card reader and a USB to HDMI video card, you would likely spend a little more than this. So looking at it that way.. this is a good deal. If you have a newer PC (newer MacBook even better) with a USB3.2 port which this device was designed for, it should work even better than it did for me. That being said I still think it's great.

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* NOTE * - This product was provided to me FREE of charge as part of the Amazon Vine Review program without any conditions ... other than that I must submit a review within 30 days of receipt. I will be continuing to use this product and if anything changes after posting this review, I will come back and update this review by adding to it.

This review and rating is based on my personal opinion of this product without any input from Amazon, the manufacturer or the seller. I have tried to present as fair and independent review as possible.

... I hope that the time I took to write this review is of some small help to you.
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This USB hub works well. It lets me connect numerous devices to my laptop or phone through one USB C port, so yes it does need its own power supply. I just plug it in and I have extra USB ports, an HDMI output and a slot for memory cards. It has fast data transfer and 4K video output. The design looks nice and modern, would recommend it to anyone who needs extra plugs.

I'm using this as a kitchen charging hub and it works well for that task. Would be nice if it came with a power block, but since it's marketed as a docking port I suppose it's understandable that it wouldn't include the block for the wall outlet. Overall I think this is decent value depending on your use case.

This USB-C hub has 9 different ports including HDMI for connecting to a monitor or TV, fast USB ports, SD card slots and a charging port useful to keep everything charged and connected at once. The HDMI port supports 4K at 60Hz giving clear and smooth picture on my monitor. Transferring files is also fast. I moved large videos and photos in just a few seconds. The SD and TF card readers are perfect for camera files. The two USB 2.0 ports are slower but work fine for a mouse or keyboard. There is also a 100W charging port that keeps my laptop powered while I am using the hub. The hub has a nice angled design and feels sturdy. Overall, it is great USB-C hub to for ports and fast performance.

Since it relies on a Type C connector but using DisplayPort Alt Mode, the compatibility on laptops is somewhat less as I was only able output 1080p native resolution using this adapter. Bandwidth off the single plug is also split between USB ports, Card Reader slot, and HDMI output. At least its able to pass through Type C PD of nearly 100W allowing me to recharge laptop without taking up multiple ports. Despite having a USB Type C connector it relies on DisplayPort 1.4 alt mode for being able to stream 3840x2160 resolution at 60Hz allowing full bandwidth of HDMI 2.0 on rear of this adapter otherwise the chipset reduces EDID to 1920x1080 at 60Hz. Setting up this USB C adapter was mostly plug & play making driverless configuration feel seamless on both Windows or Linux laptops. Design has a sleek feeling being machined out of aluminum and underside rubber which grips firmly on tabletops keeping this adapter positioned while having cables plugged into the ports. Integrated Type C wire feels somewhat thin and measures around 10 inches. Despite having only dual Gen 3 Type A ports, its still a neat and compactly shaped dock for connecting up laptop to peripherals and HDMI video output using single plug.