StarTech launches revolutionary hybrid Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C docking station

Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C use the same connector, but the interfaces are not identical. Thunderbolt 3 is much faster than both USB 3.1 gen 1 and gen 2, for instance. And while all USB-C devices are compatible with Thunderbolt 3 computer ports, TB3 devices are not compatible with USB-only ports. Confusing, right? If you are a BetaNews reader maybe not, but think about the average consumer -- this can be very frustrating. Shopping for docking stations in particular can be overwhelming. What if your home or business has users that want to use the same docking station at different times,… [Continue Reading]