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What I like about the iVANKY FusionDock Max 1 • Number of ports, there are more than enough ports of different types • Color, the dock’s color is such a good match for my midnight MacBook Air • Performance, I did not experience any slowness or degradation when using the dock What needs to be improved? • Uses both USB-C ports on the laptop • Not really a con, but this dock is only for the Apple laptops that run on Apple Silicon – Intel based Apple laptops and Windows laptops will not work Final thoughts The iVANKY FusionDock 1 Thunderbolt docking station is probably overkill for my setup at this point. I use one 32" 4K monitor and a handful of accessories for the MacBook Air. One thing to note for those of you that have an external SSD plugged in all the time, you need to remember to ‘eject’ it before unplugging your laptop from the dock. This is not a reflection of the dock, but best practice when disconnecting any external drive. I can recommend this dock for those MacBook Pro users that use multiple monitors or many USB-C peripherals. This dock handles my needs now and allows for more growth if (and when) my technology needs change. Perhaps I’ll get an opportunity to review a monitor or two, and I’ll be able to max out all the ports! Price: $549.99 (List Price) Where to buy: Amazon Source: The sample of this product was provided for free by iVANKY. iVANKY did not have a final say on the review and did not preview the review before it was published. About The Gadgeteer Founded in 1997, The Gadgeteer (the-gadgeteer.com) is a product review and news website that provides insightful and in-depth coverage of the latest gadgets, gizmos, and tech products. From mobile gear like smartphones, laptops, and wearable tech to smart home devices and even EDC tools, The Gadgeteer keeps its readers updated on the latest trends and advancements in the world of consumer electronics. With a team of experienced reviewers who have a passion for what they do, The Gadgeteer delivers impartial and honest evaluations of the products it covers, making it a trusted resource for tech enthusiasts everywhere. For more info visit the-gadgeteer.com