NOTE: A reader, Gavin, has pointed out that this item is in fact the older model without a USB-C power-in port. This explains the price. While it will still work bear in mind that you will be restricted to battery power when using peripherals. This is a criticism levelled at all earlier USB-C devices. My apologies for the confusion.
Yesterday I wrote about a new multi-port USB-C adapter with power-through for the Apple MacBook Air. There’s a big pent-up demand for such a device, particularly among photographers who want quick access to an SD-card slot. Today I learned that the device is now available under a different branding, that of the well-established accessory company Satechi. The new version, with USB-C port, is available from Amazon in the USA for $39.99.
The earlier Satechi hub (without the USB-C power-through) is now available in the UK for a reasonable £20.99. But bear in mind there is no power-in USB port so you will be stuck with battery power when using peripherals. No doubt the new model will arrive at Amazon UK soon, so keep your eye open.
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