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Face it, connecting devices to your new Mac laptop, be it the new MacBook Pro (the 13-inch version of which pretty much replaces the MacBook Air as the new budget, compact, full-featured notebook) or the 12-inch MacBook, can be annoying..
Each includes one to four Thunderbolt3/USB-C ports (Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C are interchangeable ports) as their sole connectors. Most peripherals on the market today aren't natively compatible with Thunderbolt/USB-C. They'll need an adapter to function, and that's where this list comes in.
Each of the devices below will allow you to connect your Mac notebook with a monitor, portable drive and SD card of your choice.
SMK-Link USB-C Multi Port Hub
At $99 the SMK-Link USB-C Multi Port Hub is the most expensive dongle on this list but it might just be the only one you'd need. It adds all the popular peripheral connections to a USB-C port including three regular USB 3.0 ports, one SD card slot, one miniSD card slot, an HDMI port (4K video capable,) and a Gigabit Ethernet port. It also has a USB-C port of its own for pass-through charging. Read the full review of the hub.
Satechi Slim Aluminum Type-C Multi-Port Adapter
This adapter adds two USB 3.0 ports and one HDMI (with support for 4K video) to your computer. It also comes with a USB-C port, but only for pass-through charging. And it worked well in my testing. It's a bit pricey, however, costing $60 on Amazon. Read the full review of this adapter.
Satechi Type-C Pass-through USB Hub
If you don't need the HDMI port, you can opt for the Satechi Type-C USB hub. This hub adds two USB 3.0 ports, one SD card slot and one miniSD card slot to the Mac, so it's great for photographers. It also has a USB-C port, but like the multiport adapter above, it's only for pass-through charging. The hub also looks like it was made for the MacBook itself, and comes in four colors for you to choose from. It worked well for the most part in my testing though proved to be a little flimsy. You can find it on Amazon for $50. Read the full review of the hub.
Choetech Type-C USB 3.1 Hub
Now if you need HDMI and USB 3.1, and don't care about SD cards, the Choetech hub is a better choice. Basically if you want a compact accessory that allows you to hook your MacBook to an external screen and host a regular USB device this is a great device to carry along. It worked very well and as a bonus, its USB-C port can do both pass-through charging and data connection. At just $33 on Amazon, it's a steal. Read the full review of the hub.
Nonda USB-C to USB 3.0 Mini Adapter
This tiny accessory turns the MacBook's USB-C into a regular USB 3.0 port, allowing you to plug all traditional non-Type-C USB devices into your laptop. Note that with the 12-inch MacBook, you can't charge your computer when using it, though. For just $10 on Amazon, this is the cheapest way to connect a regular USB device, such as your iPhone 7, to a USB-C-only computer. Read the full review of the Nonda Adapter.
Griffin BreakSafe USB-C cable
With Apple's going all USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 on its new laptop, the MagSafe power adapter no longer needs to be used. This means if you trip on the charging cable, you might send your laptop flying. The Griffin BreakSafe USB-C cable prevents just that. It's not cheap, costing some $60 on Amazon, but if it can prevent just one mishap, it's already worth the investment. Read the full review of the BreakSafe here.
Atom SSD portable drive
The Atom SSD is not a dongle or a hub. Instead, it's a super-compact, rugged, portable drive that has a USB-C port. This allows it to work with any USB-C-only computer right out of the box. Also extremely fast, this is likely the best portable drive to date. Read the full review of the Atom SSD.
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USB On-The-Go Card Reader for Android Devices
The GoFor2 USB OTG Card Reader works with select Android mobile devices as well as PC and Mac systems. The GoFor2 is the perfect companion to your OTG compatible Android smartphone or tablet, as it can be used with an SD or micro SD card to increase the storage capacity of your mobile device. The GoFor2 also serves as a card reader for easy file transfers between your SD or micro SD card and your mobile device or computer without the hassle of driver downloads or upgrades.
What is USB On-The-Go (OTG)?
USB On-The-Go, or just OTG for short, is a specification that allows USB devices like digital music players, smartphones, tablets, etc. to act as a host for attachment of USB peripherals such as memory card readers, etc. With OTG compatibility, your smartphone or tablet functionality can be expanded beyond it's out-of-the-box capability.
Card Reader for Android Devices
Plug your SD or micro SD card* into the GoFor2, then plug the GoFor2's micro USB connector into your Android device. You can view, transfer, add or delete music, images, documents, etc. to and from your mobile device or memory card.
Card Reader for PC and Mac
Sd Card Reader And Viewer
Plug your SD or micro SD card to the GoFor2, then plug the GoFor2's USB connector into your desktop or laptop computer. You can view, transfer, add or delete music, images, documents, etc. to and from your computer or memory card.
Compatible Android devices
This is a partial list of OTG compatible Android devices, so if your device is not listed but does have Android 4.0 or above, please check with your device manufacturer.
Browning Sd Card Reader And Viewer
- Acer Iconia Tab A200
- Acer Iconia Tab A500
- Archos G9
- Droid RAZR
- Droid RAZR MAXX
- Galaxy Nexus 7**
- Galaxy Nexus**
- HTC Butterfly
- HTC NEW ONE
- Motorola Xoom
- Notion Ink Adam
- Samsung Galaxy Note 4, 5
- Samsung Galaxy S5, S6, S7, S7 Edge
- Samsung Galaxy Tab
- Sony Tablet S
- Sony Xperia Z
- Toshiba Excite 10
*Up to 32GB in OTG use, 64GB limit for PC/Mac use
**Although the Galaxy Nexus family supports USB accessories including keyboards and mice, it does not support mass storage devices, like USB thumb drives.