Examined: Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 gen 2 on the new MacBook Pro

While everybody expected USB-C connectors on the new MacBook Pro, all four ports being Thunderbolt 3 wasn't. AppleInsider explains the differences between USB-C, USB 3.1 gen 2, and Thunderbolt 3, and examines Apple's latest implementation of the technologies.

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This USB-C multiport adapter with HDMI turns your MacBook Pro, Dell XPS, or other USB-C laptops into a workstation, anywhere you go. The USB Type-C multiport adapter provides 4K HDMI video output, a USB Type-C port (data/power), two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps) ports, and a Gigabit Ethernet port, all through one connection to your laptop's USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port.

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This Thunderbolt 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 multi-channel hub controller delivers maximum USB performance, adding four high-speed independent USB ports to your

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High Speed USB Hub - 4x Dedicated Independent Ports - 3x USB-A 1x USB-C This Thunderbolt 3 USB 3.1 multi-channel hub controller delivers maximum USB performance, adding four high-speed independent USB ports to your Thunderbolt 3 laptop. It provides three dedicated USB controllers and up to 20Gbps of aggregated bandwidth for USB devices, ideal for connecting bandwidth-demanding devices such as 3D scanners.

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