USB-C ALL the Things!
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All aboard the USB-C train as we steamroll into 2017! Links to all accessories below Sandisk Dual USB drive: amzn.to USB-C headphones: amzn.to Griffin USB-C BreakSafe cable: amzn.to USB-C charger: amzn.to 20,000mAh battery bank: amzn.to Samsung T3 SSD: amzn.to Promise Pegasus3 48TB: bhpho.to Dell dongle: amzn.to Hyperdrive for MacBook Pro: kickstarter.com Video Gear I use: kit.com Intro Track: Ongoing Thing by 20syl, Oddisee ~ twitter.com snapchat.com google.com @MKBHD @MKBHD Hyperdrive provided for video.
USB-C ALL the Things! provides a detailed tour of the state of USB-C as of late 2016, outlining why this new connector standard is poised to replace legacy USB, and what that means for everyday devices. The host explains that USB-C aims for universality, with the promise of carrying data, power, and video over a single cable, while acknowledging that real-world adoption was gradual and devices still needed legacy ports for compatibility. Early on, the video showcases practical USB-C accessories such as a SanDisk dual-end flash drive that bridges USB-C and USB-A, and a USB-C headphones option to illustrate the transitional period for audio gear. The host then highlights MagSafe-like magnetic adapters to ease charging on MacBooks, USB-C car chargers with integrated batteries, and high-capacity power banks to illustrate how power delivery is expanding ahead of data capabilities. As the discussion moves to data storage, USB-C mobile SSDs from brands like Samsung are presented as essential for on-the-go editing, culminating in a desktop-grade storage solution like the Promise Pegasus 3 with 48 TB capable of housing multiple terabytes of raw footage. The narrative consistently notes that even with USB-C, a secondary port may still be needed for HDMI or Ethernet, which motivates the appeal of hub and dock solutions such as the Hyperdrive and Dell expanders. The video closes with an optimistic forecast: USB-C is here to stay, and adopting it now will align users with a future where USB-C truly becomes the universal standard for charging, data transfer, and expansion, even as the ecosystem gradually fills in the missing pieces.
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Questions answered
- What is the main advantage of USB-C according to the video?
- The main advantage is universal compatibility for power, data, and video over a single connector, enabling a simplified, future-proof setup.
- Which product bridging USB-C and USB-A is highlighted?
- SanDisk dual-end USB-C flash drive, which provides USB-C on one end and USB-A on the other to bridge older and newer devices.
- What storage solution is recommended for desktop RAW video storage?
- The Promise Pegasus 3 with 48 TB configured in a multi-drive setup is shown as a capable desktop storage solution for large RAW video libraries.