USB-C? There’s an Accessory for That

In 2016, Apple, Dell and Google all announced laptops that ditched the old USB charging port in favor of USB-C. Smartphones also caught on, with the Huawei Nexus 6P and the LG Nexus 5X, among others, all rocking USB-C ports. And the future iPhone 7 is rumored to adopt the port as well.

So, there’s little doubt that USB-C is the future. Heck, it may even replace the 3.5mm audio jack as the standard for headphones. To prepare, we’ve rounded up the best USB-C accessories so that transition won’t slow you, or your devices, down.

BreakSafe Magnetic USB-C Power Cable by Griffin $40
The new MacBook doesn’t have a magnetic charging connector, which is a pity. Fortunately Griffin’s accessory can bring it back.

32GB Flash Drive for Type-C by SanDisk $25
A flash drive with a reversible USB Type-C and a USB 3.0 connector, this device allows you to transfer data to either a PC or the new MacBook.

MB169C+ USB Type-C Portable Monitor by ASUS $199
The new 15.6-inch monitor by ASUS has a full HD (1920 x 1080) display, connected by a USB-C video output port.

Portable T3 SSD by Samsung $120
Without a USB-C port, your old portable hard drive won’t work with your new MacBook. This one does. And it comes in four sizes: 250GB, 500GB, 1TB, 2TB.

USB 3.0 and Ethernet Adapter Hub by Anker $60
This hub has three USB 3.0 ports and an ethernet adapter. 5Gbps data speeds will let you transfer an HD movie in seconds.

Type-C Combo Hub by Satechi $50
This hub plugs into your laptop via a USB-C port, and gives users the added connivence of two extra USB 3.0 charging ports, and two slots for SD or microSD cards.

USB Type-C Car Charger by Nomad $25
When the iPhone 7 comes out with its (rumored) USB-C port, this will allow you to charge it (or any other USB-C devices) from the road.

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