Thing of the day: a hybrid of a charger and a USB hub

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

The device in a sturdy case allows you to quickly charge smartphones and at the same time connect monitors, projectors, memory cards and USB devices to your computer.

Soholine helps you free up space in your bag with an HDMI port, three USB 3.0 ports, one USB-C, and microSD and SD slots. The wireless charging module supports the Qi standard up to 10W and is compatible not only with Android devices, but also with the iPhone 8 and iPhone X.

The developers claim that their invention handles smartphone charging better than similar devices from Samsung and Belkin. For example, Soholine fully charges iPhone X in 2 hours and 40 minutes.

The data transfer rate through the USB-C port is 10 Gb / s, and through the USB 3.0 - 5 Gb / s. You can upload files from your camera and smartphones to your laptop, or copy files to multiple gadgets at the same time.

The HDMI port supports 4K image transmission - useful for presentations or watching movies.

The housing of the hub is made of zinc alloy, which protects it from drops and more. The developers tested Soholine for strength in the usual way - they moved in a car. Even after such a load, the device continued to work. The hub also comes with a sturdy, kink-proof USB-C power cable.

You can order Soholine for $ 69. The devices will begin shipping in October.