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Orico usb 3.0 hubs
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I'm comfortable with Orico products.
I have a 2.5" clear enclosure, desktop charger, and USB 2 hub that have been trouble-free (though the first hub they shipped was wonky, but the replacement has shown no problems).
Also have a drive dock which is mostly fine, but occasionally, the volumes will spontaneously dismount. I suspect that has more to do with OS X than the dock, because it really only happens during a large transfer.
So, not a completely spotless record, but I wouldn't hesitate to consider more of their products if they suit the need. They operate as a manufacturer, rather than strictly putting their label on ODM product, so they have.a greater stake in the ground than "GibberishNameHereTodayGoneTomorrow" brand on Amazon.
Each time I've had reason to contact them (like with the hub), they've responded appropriately.
I'm actually kinda curious about the clear USB 3 hubs myself, but the blue lighting would be off putting if too bright.
I have a 2.5" clear enclosure, desktop charger, and USB 2 hub that have been trouble-free (though the first hub they shipped was wonky, but the replacement has shown no problems).
Also have a drive dock which is mostly fine, but occasionally, the volumes will spontaneously dismount. I suspect that has more to do with OS X than the dock, because it really only happens during a large transfer.
So, not a completely spotless record, but I wouldn't hesitate to consider more of their products if they suit the need. They operate as a manufacturer, rather than strictly putting their label on ODM product, so they have.a greater stake in the ground than "GibberishNameHereTodayGoneTomorrow" brand on Amazon.
Each time I've had reason to contact them (like with the hub), they've responded appropriately.
I'm actually kinda curious about the clear USB 3 hubs myself, but the blue lighting would be off putting if too bright.
Report back if you do end up getting one.
Cheap computer accessories are always a crapshoot to a certain extent. I'm more concerned about potential RF interference that USB 3 peripherals can exhibit, affecting Wi-Fi and BT.
Cheap computer accessories are always a crapshoot to a certain extent. I'm more concerned about potential RF interference that USB 3 peripherals can exhibit, affecting Wi-Fi and BT.
Ok, there was a sale, so I picked up the 7-port square hub.
I considered some of their other hubs as well, but this one uses a newer USB 3.1G1 VL817 controller (two of them, in fact, since many chips max out at 4-ports), versus the older 3.0 VL812 and 811 chips in the other models.
I haven't taxed it with non-self-powered devices, nor tried the aux power input, but so far so good. I have a couple drives, a dock, and an extension cradle I use for easy access, and none have shown any obvious issues.
If it needs more power, I can dig up a Micro USB cable and spare wall adapter and give it some juice, which is much easier than the proprietary power supplies many hubs use.
As expected, the blue light may be annoying in a dark room, and it's s screw-less design, so there's no apparent easy way to open it up and conceal the LED, but it looks kind of neat compared to the typical black lump of plastic.
I considered some of their other hubs as well, but this one uses a newer USB 3.1G1 VL817 controller (two of them, in fact, since many chips max out at 4-ports), versus the older 3.0 VL812 and 811 chips in the other models.
I haven't taxed it with non-self-powered devices, nor tried the aux power input, but so far so good. I have a couple drives, a dock, and an extension cradle I use for easy access, and none have shown any obvious issues.
If it needs more power, I can dig up a Micro USB cable and spare wall adapter and give it some juice, which is much easier than the proprietary power supplies many hubs use.
As expected, the blue light may be annoying in a dark room, and it's s screw-less design, so there's no apparent easy way to open it up and conceal the LED, but it looks kind of neat compared to the typical black lump of plastic.
So, I have an Orico SSD case, which I haven't used yet because it requires opening up my Mac Pro to do a lot of work I'm not ready to do yet, but looking at Orico's site, they have a lot of other stuff that seems really useful. Thanks for showing me another place to spend my money. 
I have several Orico products range from hdd enclosures to usb hubs to powerstrips
I find their hubs to be of good quality (i can not say anything about the speed)
Their powerstrips are terrible quality inside.. i was shocked when i opened it (the connections are just wires poorly and messy soldered together (2 of 4 strips broke after short while) i recommend the xiaomi powerstrips.
I find their hubs to be of good quality (i can not say anything about the speed)
Their powerstrips are terrible quality inside.. i was shocked when i opened it (the connections are just wires poorly and messy soldered together (2 of 4 strips broke after short while) i recommend the xiaomi powerstrips.
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Power strips with USB charging ports seem to be a segment where a lot of brands are expanding.
They look interesting, but that's one area where there are enough options to not have to seek out a Chinese brand, and just stick with a more common native brand with native safety certifications. Also like to keep each function in their own boxes.
It's a bit irrational, I admit, given that we already have plenty of electronics like mains adapters and chargers in our homes from lesser known Chinese brands, but for high-voltage power distribution, I'm gonna stick with certified (UL, ETL, TUV, etc.) options. No real cost advantage to be had anyway.
Still, it's fun to explore what the Chinese home brands like Xiaomi, Orico, etc. offer, at least for peripherals and other accessories.
They look interesting, but that's one area where there are enough options to not have to seek out a Chinese brand, and just stick with a more common native brand with native safety certifications. Also like to keep each function in their own boxes.
It's a bit irrational, I admit, given that we already have plenty of electronics like mains adapters and chargers in our homes from lesser known Chinese brands, but for high-voltage power distribution, I'm gonna stick with certified (UL, ETL, TUV, etc.) options. No real cost advantage to be had anyway.
Still, it's fun to explore what the Chinese home brands like Xiaomi, Orico, etc. offer, at least for peripherals and other accessories.