CROWDFUNDING NEWS – MacBook owners will want to know more about the awesome tech that is packed into the XFANIC USB4 13-in-1 Hub which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter.
What is it?
The XFANIC USB4 13-in-1 Hub is a small desktop USB hub that has everything but the kitchen sink packed in. This hub can handle 3 extended monitors for MacBook including an 8K monitor (Pro version). It also works with Windows, macOS, Chrome OS,​ and iPad OS. There are two versions of the XFANIC hub.
Basic version: USB4 Hub Basic has 14 ports, which are USB4, USBC, 2xUSBA 2.0, 2xUSBA 3.0, HDMI2.0, 2xDisplay1.2, AUX, RJ45,SD/TF, PD and DC.
Pro version: USB4 Hub Pro has 13ports, which are USB4, USBC, 2xUSBA 3.2, HDMI2.0, HDMI 2.1, Display1.2, AUX, RJ45,SD/TF, PD and DC. And USB4 Hub Pro supports SSD, 8K, and macOS MST.
Note that the hub requires the installation of a DisplayLink driver if you have a Mac. If you have Windows, a driver will be installed automatically through Windows Update.
Why do I like it?
I like all the ports including the flashcard readers, but the fact that this hub can drive 3 monitors is very impressive AND you can even add an SSD under the hub’s magnetic lid to add more memory/storage to your computer.
XFANTIC sent me a prototype unit to check out and it’s really nice. I don’t have an 8K monitor, or an extra monitor to test with it and I also don’t have an SSD, but it worked just fine with my 49in DELL monitor and my 2020 13in MacBook Pro M1.
Where can I find more info?
The XFANTIC campaign ends on 2/17/22 and they have already more than doubled their funding goal of $10,000. You can pre-order an XFANTIC USB hub starting at $249 (basic version). After the XFANTIC USB hub campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in April 2022. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.
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As with all Kickstarter programs, be very, very careful. Your payment does NOT guarantee that you will ever receive anything. I am still waiting for several products I purchased in 2020! I will never see that money again.
xfanic usb4 hub pro Looks dead in the water, I’m late to the game, ideally looking for a decent hub/dock, his had too many bells and it’s available nowhere in 2023?