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  1. G

    What usb hub/adapter should I buy for Macbook Pro M1?

    Hey, I've heard that some usb c hubs can break my M1 MBP. What determines a good purchase? Are there some brands that are compatible or some specific hubs that were approved? I need 1-2 or external storage drives connect, at times a keyboard, maybe 2-3 type A usb's maximum. I also need at...
  2. bibs310

    EXTERNAL MONITOR ALERT - j5create USB Display adapters are NOW COMPATIBLE with macOS Big Sur 11!!!

    Beta Driver for macOS 11.1 Big Sur available!! (BEEN WORKING GREAT!!) Below are step-by-step instructions including a link to download the driver. Here is a link to a pdf document for those who need a visual instruction guide. macOS 11.1 installation steps: Please disconnect your j5create...
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    Finding peripherals & accessories for new MacBook Pro

    Hi all, this is my first post! I got my first Apple laptop today, a 13-inch 2017 MacBook Pro (https://apple.co/2u33ppv). I’ll be working from home, so need to get compatible peripherals and accessories by the end of this week. I’ve researched a lot online, but can’t find clear answers about...
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    Ipad mini 2 and usb hard drive

    Hi, I am looking at getting an ipad mini 2 to carry with me on holiday and use it to transfer pictures off my camera and onto some form of storage. I currently have a WD Passport Ultra. If I got the required adaptor would it be able to connect this to the ipad to transfer pictures to it...
  5. ourcore

    USB-C/27UD88 setup recommendations

    Hey, guys, I'm gonna be getting the new 15" MBP along with an LG 27UD88 monitor and a Rain Design stand. Basically, I'm looking for advice on the setup, specifically, with regards to a USB hub solution. I'm planning on connecting the monitor via USB-C, which will also charge the MacBook, and...
  6. smp351

    Help Deciding on Dongles for External Displays

    Good Morning Everyone- I currently have a MacBook Air (Mid-2013, MacBookAir6,2) running 10.12.1. I'd like to hook up a 2nd external display to it. I currently have one external monitor working well using Amazon's Thunderbolt to HDMI adapter. I understand that in order to get a 2nd monitor...
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    iPad Bought a usb c cable cannot run it cause it is ios 7 compatible only

    So, I bought an OTG usb c female adapter, but found it can only do ios 7 only, is there a way of making it work on ios 9? Please let me know if there is a way.
  8. Melrose

    Ethernet to USB connection disconnects after Air sleeps

    recently I upgraded from an '11 17" Pro to a top of the line '15 13" Air. At home I have a wired lan - not wifi - so that means I have to connect the Enet cable via a USB port. I have a USB expansion/Enet adapter all-in-one that works great. Except - when my Air sleeps and then wakes, the...