Since Plugable Technologies made its name creating USB peripherals and docking stations, it's no surprise that the company's first portable monitor, the $199.95 Plugable 15.6-inch USB-C Portable ...

A second screen makes your MacBook more useful and turns a laptop into a real alternative to a desktop computer. Adding one or more external displays to your MacBook is easy and recommended for a home ...

The Plugable 15.6” USB-C Portable Display connects to MacBook or iPad to add more screen space, but that’s only the start: it’s also a hub with a pair of high-speed USB-C ports available for external ...

Photo: David Snow/Cult of Mac After trending toward fewer and fewer ports for a while, Macs have added some back lately, offering better connectivity for the latest laptops and desktops. But it never ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. From the finicky jackscrews of the VGA connector to slim and reversible USB-C cables, we've come a long way when it comes to powering and ...

USB-C cables get no respect. Most people shop for the lowest-priced cable and call it a day under the assumption that they are all the same. They’re not though, and here’s how I weed out the good ...

The new Plugable 15.6” USB-C Portable Monitor with downstream USB-C ports and 85W pass-through charging is launched today. Perhaps better known for its huge range of docking stations, the ...

Connecting a display to a computer or media device seems like a simple thing, but the considerations are a little more complicated than you might think. In the TV world, the gold standard in 2025 is ...

For most people today, HDMI is the default way to hook up a display. Popularized around the mid-2000s, HDMI remains widely used today on devices such as gaming consoles, laptops, TVs, and projectors.

Hidden speed limits: USB-C ports may operate at slower USB 2.0 rates or lack video output, affecting performance without clear labeling. Cable choice matters: Data transfer, charging, and display ...

Title says it all. I have Mini DV and USB on my laptop. Bought a USB-C to USB adapter, laptop detected keyboard and mouse that were plugged into docking station, but not monitors. Both laptop and ...