{"id":206997,"date":"2021-03-20T15:00:38","date_gmt":"2021-03-20T12:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/portable-powerhouse-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2021-03-20T15:00:38","modified_gmt":"2021-03-20T12:00:38","slug":"portable-powerhouse-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/portable-powerhouse-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"#Portable Powerhouse \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a396745d998d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a396745d998d\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/portable-powerhouse-review-geek\/#Heres_What_We_Like\" >Here&#8217;s What We Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/portable-powerhouse-review-geek\/#And_What_We_Dont\" >And What We Don&#8217;t<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/portable-powerhouse-review-geek\/#Heres_What_We_Like-2\" >Here\u2019s What We Like<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/portable-powerhouse-review-geek\/#And_What_We_Dont-2\" >And What We Don&#8217;t<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#Portable Powerhouse \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-content-area\">\n<div class=\"single-review-card\">\n<div class=\"review-card-heading\">\n<div class=\"rating\">Rating:<br \/>\n<strong>9\/10<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"more-info-hover\">?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong class=\"rating-info\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 &#8211; Absolute Hot Garbage<\/li>\n<li>2 &#8211; Sorta Lukewarm Garbage<\/li>\n<li>3 &#8211; Strongly Flawed Design<\/li>\n<li>4 &#8211; Some Pros, Lots Of Cons<\/li>\n<li>5 &#8211; Acceptably Imperfect<\/li>\n<li>6 &#8211; Good Enough to Buy On Sale<\/li>\n<li>7 &#8211; Great, But Not Best-In-Class<\/li>\n<li>8 &#8211; Fantastic, with Some Footnotes<\/li>\n<li>9 &#8211; Shut Up And Take My Money<\/li>\n<li>10 &#8211; Absolute Design Nirvana<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/strong>\n<\/div>\n<p>Price: <strong>$99<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-74417 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/af234abb2893aedab6743b5d90c30ff6\/p\/uploads\/2021\/03\/9fcdc0a6.jpg\" alt=\"Satechi's On-the-Go Multiport Adapter on a desk with HDMI and 2 USB-C plugs connected\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cameron Summerson\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cameron Summerson<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I\u2019ve been a desktop user for many years, but I\u2019ve had an increasing desire to move to a laptop-only workspace. I\u2019ve tried out a number of USB-C hubs over the last few months, trying to nail down the one that makes the most sense for work at home <i>and<\/i> on the go. Satechi\u2019s new On-the-Go Multiport Adapter (what. a. name.) is it.<\/p>\n<div class=\"review-card-body-inline\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"pros\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_What_We_Like\"><\/span>Here&#8217;s What We Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The dockable USB-C cable is rad<\/li>\n<li>Has most of the ports you need<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cons\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"And_What_We_Dont\"><\/span>And What We Don&#8217;t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>No dedicated audio jack<\/li>\n<li>Only supports a single monitor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>There\u2019s always been something <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>ealing to me about having one thing \u201cto rule them all.\u201d In all aspects of my life, I strive for the one \u201cperfect\u201d thing that can fill multiple roles\u2014bikes, guitars, computers, everything. Of course, nothing is perfect, and there will always be drawbacks to trying to make one thing fit multiple roles.<\/p>\n<p>But the laptop-only workspace? For the way I work, it has the smallest number of compromises and the largest number of benefits. By using a USB-C Hub (or dock, as some may call it), I can work from my desk with an external keyboard and big ol\u2019 34-inch ultrawide but can pack my work up and take it outside of my office in an instant. No need to switch computers or figure out where I left off.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-74425 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/85e3d0fb9bc47bb5417d105d3349cedf\/p\/uploads\/2021\/03\/a97cecc6-345x194.jpg\" alt=\"The VGA and Ethernet ports\" width=\"345\" height=\"194\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/>\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-74421 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/8cd28459a4b53b953d399e5d5970de25\/p\/uploads\/2021\/03\/074d9d2c-345x194.jpg\" alt=\"The USB-C input, outpout, and HDMDI ports\" width=\"345\" height=\"194\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-74422 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/d2ee5785817ee6738148ad6635e9197b\/p\/uploads\/2021\/03\/df15b272-345x194.jpg\" alt=\"The docked USB-C cable and USB-C output port\" width=\"345\" height=\"194\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-74423 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/0c31fd8a20e945b336b12dc38850aa47\/p\/uploads\/2021\/03\/e39c9729-345x194.jpg\" alt=\"The USB-A ports and card readers\" width=\"345\" height=\"194\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The beauty of running everything over a single USB-C cable is the best part. This not only allows quick disconnect, but I can also easily switch between my Surface Laptop and Pixelbook. (I know, I know\u2014\u201cone device to rule them all\u201d and all that. I can only live by my own rules so much here). That flexibility is nice.<\/p>\n<p>Satechi\u2019s sleek aluminum On-the-Go hub takes things up a notch because it\u2019s designed to be just as comfortable in your bag as it is on your desk. Here\u2019s a breakdown of everything you\u2019ll find on the hub:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>100w USB-C PD Charging<\/li>\n<li>4K HDMI port (up to 4k @ 60Hz)<\/li>\n<li>VGA (up to 1080p @ 60Hz)<\/li>\n<li>2x USB-A 3.0 ports<\/li>\n<li>USB-C Data port<\/li>\n<li>Ethernet<\/li>\n<li>microSD and SD card reader slots<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-74419 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/a11c700d481a5b618cef06920c998c1a\/p\/uploads\/2021\/03\/d255b8e6.jpg\" alt=\"The Satechi hub with the hideaway USB-C cable slightly extended \" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Cameron Summerson\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Cameron Summerson<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>But what makes the On-the-Go dock unique is the integrated \u201chideaway\u201d USB-C cable that tucks into the adapter for <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/trip-and-travel\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Trip &amp; Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">travel<\/a>. It\u2019s a simple thing, sure, but sometimes the smallest features are what make a product unique. It ships with two USB-C cables\u2014a longer one for your desk and a shorter one that tucks into the unit for maximum portability. It\u2019s pretty neat.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also pretty small for everything it packs. According to Satechi, the official measurements are 2.375\u00d74.75\u00d70.5 inches and it weighs just 4.4 ounces. If you just need a couple of extra USB ports there are smaller, more portable options out there. But if you need all the bells and whistles, it\u2019s small enough to be portable.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve been using the On-the-Go hub for the last couple of weeks with my Surface Laptop 3 (SL3), which I find to be a perfect pairing for both home and away. Why? Because the Surface Laptop 3 only has two ports: one USB-C and one USB-A. That\u2019s all you get!<\/p>\n<p>By pairing it with the Satechi hub, I get a massive expansion with just the SL3\u2019s USB-C port. At my desk, I also have the On-the-Go Adapter paired with another 4-port USB hub (using the On-the-Go\u2019s USB-C data port) for permanent desk accessories, like my webcam and keyboard\/mouse. By doing that, it also leaves the two USB-A ports on the Satechi Adapter free. It\u2019s a win-win.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-74429\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/thumbcache\/0\/0\/cb1eac3314a7c648ef2010b2a9a83bea\/p\/uploads\/2021\/03\/52ef9227.jpg\" alt=\"The hideaway USB-C cable fully extended from the cable garage\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>You might have noticed one omission on the Satechi Adapter: There\u2019s no 3.5mm audio out. Having done a lot of research on hubs\/docks over the last few months, I can tell you that the 3.5mm jack is one of the rarities, so it doesn\u2019t surprise me that Satechi left it off. I was bummed out about this at first because I really want \u201cone plug for everything\u201d at my desk.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, there are a couple of options here. First off, you can use Bluetooth audio if your computer speakers or soundbar supports it. I find this to be a finicky option because, well, it\u2019s Bluetooth audio. I\u2019ve never found audio over Bluetooth to be the best experience, at least one Windows.<\/p>\n<p>But there\u2019s a better choice: USB-C audio. If your speakers or soundbar support audio over USB-C, this is the way to go. The thing I mentioned earlier about that extra USB hub I have paired with the Satechi? That handles audio duties to the soundbar I use at my desk, too. It\u2019s a solid pairing.<\/p>\n<p>So far, the lack of a 3.5mm jack is the only \u201cissue\u201d I\u2019ve found with this hub, and even then it\u2019s admittedly pretty niche\u2014especially if your computer speakers have another means of connecting.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, the lack of support for dual HDMI monitors might be an issue for some desktop users, which also has to be considered here. You can\u2019t use the HDMI and VGA ports at the same time either (for extended displays anyway\u2014it will just mirror both screens), so if you need dual screen support, this isn\u2019t the hub for you.<\/p>\n<p>Those (arguably minor) niggles aside, Satechi\u2019s On-the-Go Multiport Adapter is killer. If you\u2019re looking for a hub that you can use on a desk and also works great, uh, on the go, this is one to add to your shortlist.<\/p>\n<div class=\"single-review-card border\">\n<div class=\"review-card-body\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"pros\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_What_We_Like-2\"><\/span>Here\u2019s What We Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The dockable USB-C cable is rad<\/li>\n<li>Has most of the ports you need<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cons\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"And_What_We_Dont-2\"><\/span>And What We Don&#8217;t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>No dedicated audio jack<\/li>\n<li>Only supports a single monitor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\nsetTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n  fbq('init', '1137093656460433');\n  fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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