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Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock by OWC I don’t know about you, but my laptop is a lot less mobile these days. Without being constantly on the go, it really emphasizes how much we could all benefit from some desktop accessories. Adding external displays or an upgraded webcam can really improve your day-to-day. All those extras require the ports to power them, so you’ll want something like the Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock from OWC. With the power of Thunderbolt 3, OWC’s small hub can power two 4K displays, expanding your virtual desktop dramatically, and giving you way more room to work. Use the two USB ports (one 2.0 and one powered 3.0) for accessories to take advantage of all that extra real estate, and you’ll forget that you’re working off of a laptop at all. Of course, part of the beauty of the Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock is that you achieve all of these added peripherals with just a single cord. So when you do decide to take your computer on the go - even if it’s just to the living room couch - it’s a quick and easy transition. I’ve been plugging external monitors into my laptop display ports for years, and it’s a dream to have only a single Thunderbolt 3 connection to manage when I pick up and go (even repeated use of an HDMI port somehow feels wrong). The Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock requires no external power, and is smaller than a paperback book, so it’s good to toss into your travel bag for those added USB ports if necessary. It also means you won’t be adding additional cables to your desk, since it’s powered from that Thunderbolt 3 port. Keep things minimal by using the USB 3.0 port to charge your smartphone. Not many people miss their desktop computers, but most miss all the ports, flexibility, and opportunities for expansion. The Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock captures the best of both worlds, turning your laptop into a dual-display workhorse. For more information, visit: https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/docks/owc-thunderbolt-3-mini-dock