OWC's upcoming USB-C desktop dock gives the new MacBook 10 ports to work with

Apple's new 12-inch MacBook is getting a number of notable peripherals, the 10-port USB Type-C desktod dock from OWC might be the one that beats them all and it will be available in three colours, no less. This dock is available for preorder now but will ship in October.

The US $ 129.00 dock features Gigabit Ethernet and audio in/out, as well as built-in HDMI, supporting 4K displays. Where this dock really shines is in the abundance of I/O it provides, 4 USB 3 Type-A ports, 1 USB 3 Type-C port, SD card reader, HDMI with 4K display support, Gigabit Ethernet and Audio in and out ports

The dock comes with an 80w power supply capable of charging your MacBook as well as all attached USB devices.

Source: 9to5Mac

Apple reveals new 12-inch MacBook with Retina Display starting at $1,549

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Apple today took the wraps off the long rumoured premium 12-inch MacBook featuring a Retina Display. The smallest Macbook in Apple's growing line of portables, the MacBook weighs two pounds and is 13.1 mm thin. The slight size, low weight and stunning display (with a resolution of 2304 x 1440), it is also the first Mac to ship with only only one port. MacBook now features the new USB-C port for data transfer, video out and charging in a single connector. Battery life is rated at 9-hours.

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