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  1. E

    Thunderbolt 3 to Dual DVI 1080p 120HZ for Macbook Pro (2016)

    How would one connect Acer HN27H monitor with only Dual DVI input at 1080p (1920x1080) to Macbook Pro 2016 through USB C (Thunderbolt 3) so it would work at 120HZ, what kind of magic trickery is needed? After a day of searching, I could not find any adapter that is higher than 60HZ.
  2. ourcore

    Thunderbolt 2 to USB-C cable?

    Hey, everyone, I have an external 8 TB G-RAID with Thunderbolt drive that connects via Thunderbolt 2, which I want to connect to my 2016 MBP as directly as possible without limiting performance. Looking around, I don't see any TB2 to USB-C cables, but rather just adapters like Apple's. Is there...
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    Portable Harddrive (USB-C to USB-C vs Micro B to USB-C)

    Hello there, I just got a Macbook 2016 15.4" with all USB-C ports. I only have a 256GB HD so I wanted to get a portable HD. These are the two I'm thinking of getting. Which one would be best, more specifically, would a Micro B to USB-C cord be much different than a USB-C to USB-C cord...
  4. aevan

    Non-Apple USB-C cables

    I only use Apple's USB-C cable to charge my MBP, because it's the one I trust the most to provide power. I also use only their USB-C to Lightning cables for iOS devices. However, recently I decided to buy an USB-C cable for my Wacom Intuos Pro (it uses USB-C, but the supplied cable is USB-C to...
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    What's the Difference Between HDMI and DVI? Which one should I buy?

    Good evening! I'm looking for a digital AV cable to connect my MacBook pro to my HDTV. I found 3 kinds of USB C cable, USB C to HDMI 4k@60Hz, USB C to Display Port 4k@60Hz and USB C to DVI cable 4k@30Hz. It's hard to make a decision. What's the difference between the HDMI, Display Port and DVI...
    • apple-fan03
    • Thread
    • accessories avi digital display ports dvi hdmi macbook macbook pro usb c usb c hub product accesary
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Mac Accessories
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    Charging iPhone with 61W USB-C Charger with adapter

    Hello people on MacRumors I have a question that I can't seem to find answers anywhere. I recently got a 2016 MacBook Pro and purchased the Apple USB-C to USB 3.0 adapter. When I use that adapter to connect my iPhone to my MacBook Pro, it shows it charges with 2.1A. That made me wonder if I can...
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    MBP 2016 Hubs

    I am getting the new 2016 MBP in a few days but need some help with the adapters/hubs. With my current setup I need to have Ethernet capability along with two HDMI displays. USBa port are not a huge deal since you can purchase relatively cheap single port connectors. I want to only use the two...
    • willxfox
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    • macbook pro (15" 2016) usb c usb c hub product accesary
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
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    iPad Pro Does 12.9 iPP have a USB-c Lightning port?

    Just wondering. 2017 iPhones are rumored to be getting lightning ports with USB-c fast charging. Since the 12.9 iPP already has fast charging (plus USB 3.0 data transfer which iPhone may not get) does that mean the 12.9 already has a USB-c lightning port? I've seen many people on this forum...
    • subjonas
    • Thread
    • ipad pro 12.9 usb c
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: iPad
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    2016 15inch MacBook Pro USB C power cable options

    The 2016 15inch MBP with touchbar utilizes an 87 watt power brick. I am looking for USB C to USB C cables suitable to charge this behemoth. The offerings from Anker, aukey and griffin seem to be rated at 60 watts only. Apple does not specifically report their own cable's capabilities. I was...
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    Thunderbolt 2 to USB-C cable

    Hi, I want to connect my external hard drive with thunderbolt 2 ports to my new MacBook Pro with USB C ports. Is there a single cable solution which can do this, I don't want another adapter or dongle... please let me know, thanks!
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    Micro B USB Cable Swapping

    All: Does anyone know if you can take the cable that ships with a variety of external USB drives sporting a USB A port on one end and a Micro B USB port on the other with one that is USB-C and Micro B USB? Basically I was hoping to get more of my devices to work with a computer that has only...
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    Alternative to MagSafe

    This was posted earlier by someone, but a lot of people are talking about wanting a MagSafe alternative for the new Macbook Pro so I figured I would share a link to a kickstarter that I backed. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/436147229/snapnator-your-macbook-snap-feature-is-back Fairly...
    • Diving0
    • Thread
    • adapter dongle magsafe magsafe 2 usb c
    • Replies: 234
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  13. Huntn

    USB C on New Macs?

    I asked this in my 2016 MacBook Pro thread, but no answers. So I'll try here: USB C- Since owning a new 2016 MacBook Pro (see sig), I've ordered two different sets of USB A to USB C cables from Amazon (Link 1, Link 2). Neither one of them will power an external portable HD which has a USB A...
  14. 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...
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    Use lightening headphones on mac

    Okay i found this somewhere on internet. this would not be new for anyone. but if this company is creating lightening and micro usb, then they might also be manufacturing same adapter for usb c, for nexus or one plus kind of phones. if i attach one of this in front of my charger and...
  16. LarsG5

    Power Mac G5 USB 3.1 pci-e card question

    Hi, First of all, happy new year to everyone! I'm thinking about installing some USB 3.1 pci-e card in my PM G5 dual core 2,3GHz and my question is if it's even gonna be recognized by 10.4.11 Tiger? And what about USB type C? Is there any hack or kext to make it work on PowerPC platform?
    • LarsG5
    • Thread
    • pci-e power mac g5 usb 3.1 usb c
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: PowerPC Macs
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    USB C Hub/Adapter

    Just picked up a 2016 MacBook Pro with touch bar that of course has all USB C ports. I'm reading reviews on adapters and hubs and as usually they are all over the place. Maybe someone has one already they can recommend to support the following. USB 3.0 Port(s) HDMI that will run a 4k UHD...
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    Issues with Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter

    Hello, I am on a 2016 nTB MBP, and I have problems with the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter: My iPhone does not connect, connection to external Harddrives does regularly fail, and when connected to an external display via HDMI at the same time I get unexpected hard shut downs. I...
    • ramen5677
    • Thread
    • adapter macbook pro (13" late 2016) usb c
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  19. davidcafor

    Wifi disables everytime I connect an external HDD

    I have noticed that every time I connect an external HDD to my brand new MacBook Pro via usb-c conector the 2.4Ghz wifi shut down. Is this a software problem or it's a hardware problem? am I the only one who noticed that?
  20. urbanski

    Advice on microphone suitable for 2016 MacBook Pro

    Have acquired a 2016 MacBook Pro 15" but need to use an external microphone for vlogging. Most external mics have a 3.5mm audio jack, but of course there's no 3.5mm audio in on the new Pro. Question is...does anybody know where I can source a USB C - 3.5mm audio jack adpater for the external...
    • urbanski
    • Thread
    • 3.5mm audio macbook pro microphone microphones usb c
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
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