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technology18 days ago•4 min saved

Keychron’s Thunderbolt 5 Dock Offers High-End Connectivity at a Competitive Price

Keychron has entered the high-end docking market with a Thunderbolt 5 device that prioritizes comprehensive connectivity and build quality over niche features. Priced at $350, the dock offers 80Gbps data transfer, 140W power delivery, and dual 8K monitor support via Thunderbolt, alongside dual 4K HDMI outputs. While it lacks an internal SSD bay and DisplayPort, its silent operation, robust aluminum design, and reliable media I/O make it a strong contender for creative professionals. Engadget rated it 8.3/10, noting that while rivals like CalDigit and Razer offer similar specs at higher prices, Keychron’s inclusion of dual HDMI ports provides a distinct advantage for multi-display setups without sacrificing Thunderbolt bandwidth.

via Engadget|

#docking-station #hdmi #keychron

technology1 month ago•12 min saved

Mac Studio M5 Max vs M5 Ultra: Choosing the Right Power for Your Work

Apple introduced two Mac Studio models: the M5 Max starting at $2,499 and the M5 Ultra starting at $5,499. The Ultra offers more CPU/GPU cores, higher memory bandwidth, more ProRes engines, and expanded display support, but its base memory is 96GB (less than the Max’s 128GB), so the Ultra shines at higher memory tiers (up to 512GB RAM and 16TB storage) while the Max remains the better value for most workflows. Memory and storage upgrades are expensive, making the price gap smaller when configuring the Max. Both models support Thunderbolt 5, RDMA, and up to eight 4K/6K displays (Ultra supports more), with Ultra weighing 3.6 kg versus 2.7 kg for the Max. Availability begins September 22; the 512GB RAM configuration is expected to push well past $10,000. Apple also notes a cheaper Mac mini option with M5 Pro starting at $1,699 for those who don’t need Studio-class power.

via MacRumors|

#apple-silicon #m5-max #m5-ultra

technology1 month ago•13 min saved

M5 Max Mac Studio: A Power Leap Over M1 Max With Thunderbolt 5 and AI Acceleration

Apple's M5 Max Mac Studio is a major upgrade over the M1 Max, using an 18‑core CPU (12 performance cores and six 'super' cores) and 32‑ or 40‑core GPUs with Neural Accelerators and hardware‑accelerated ray tracing. It delivers significantly stronger performance across CPU, GPU, and AI workloads (Apple cites up to 2.2x GPU and up to sixfold AI improvements), aided by higher memory bandwidth (up to 614 GB/s), RDMA-enabled Thunderbolt 5, and Wi‑Fi 7. The chassis remains the same, but the new model starts at $2,499 and can reach $8,899 with upgrades, with memory/storage upgrades notably pricier than the M1 Max. It also supports clustering multiple units for AI tasks and can drive up to five displays. Overall, the M5 Max Mac Studio is a substantial jump in power and connectivity, making the M1 Max feel dated by comparison—worth it if you need the performance; otherwise, an older used M1 Max may be a bargain.

via appleinsider.com|

#apple-silicon #m5-max-mac-studio #mac-studio

technology1 month ago•12 min saved

Mac Studio 2026: M5 Max and M5 Ultra Bring Bigger Cores, Faster Memory, and AI Acceleration

Apple’s 2026 Mac Studio refresh introduces the M5 Max and M5 Ultra, keeping the chassis but upgrading internals with an 18‑core CPU baseline on the M5 Max (expandable to 36 cores on the Ultra), faster GPUs up to 80 cores, higher memory bandwidth (up to 1.2TB/s on the Ultra), PCIe Gen 6 SSDs, and Wi‑Fi 7/Bluetooth 6 via the N1 chip. The 2025 models used the M4 Max and M3 Ultra and are now discontinued. Memory options have shifted (up to 128GB on the Max, up to 512GB on the Ultra, with some mid‑2026 withdrawals), and Neural Accelerators boost AI‑heavy tasks. Upgrades are most compelling for AI/ML and demanding graphics work; for many users, older stock or refurbished 2025 units may offer better value, while pre‑orders place all but the top configs on longer ship times.

via MacRumors|

#m5-max #m5-ultra #mac-studio

technology1 month ago•9 min saved

Mac Studio Clusters Boost AI Speed With Shared Memory

Apple says you can cluster up to four Mac Studio units over Thunderbolt 5 and RDMA to form a shared memory pool, delivering about 3x faster AI inference than a single Studio by enabling loading of large frontier-model weights.

via MacRumors|

#ai-inference #apple-silicon #mac-studio

technology1 month ago•7 min saved

Apple Unveils Mac Studio Upgrades With M5 Ultra and M5 Max

Apple today announced upgraded Mac Studio models powered by the M5 Ultra and M5 Max. The M5 Ultra is a dual‑die chip built with UltraFusion, offering up to a 36‑core CPU, up to 80 GPU cores, a 32‑core Neural Engine, and up to 512GB of unified memory with up to 1.2TB/s bandwidth, plus an enhanced media engine and 4‑way die‑to‑die scalability that enables clustering four Mac Studios for faster AI inference. The M5 Max is a single‑die option with up to 18 CPU cores, up to 40 GPU cores, up to 128GB of memory, and up to 614GB/s bandwidth. Both models use PCIe Gen 6 SSDs, Thunderbolt 5 (120Gb/s), Wi‑Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6, support genlock over USB‑C, and can drive up to eight displays. Availability starts September 22, with the 512GB RAM option arriving in late October; pre‑orders are live.

via MacRumors|

#apple #m5-max #m5-ultra

technology2 months ago•7 min saved

MacBook Pro’s Five-Year Upgrade: AI-Powered Power Without a New Chassis

Over five years, Apple moved the MacBook Pro from the 2021 redesign with M1 Pro/Max to the M5 family, boosting AI acceleration, graphics, and memory; upgrading displays (brighter, nano-texture options), cameras, and thermal design, while expanding ports to include Thunderbolt 5 and MagSafe. The result is a more capable, AI-focused lineup that preserves the chassis while pushing performance, with ongoing expectations for future OLED/touchscreen changes.

via bgr.com|

#ai #apple #m5

technology3 months ago•17 min saved

Belkin Unveils 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock With 140W Power Delivery and Triple 4K Support

Belkin quietly launched a 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock in China priced at 2,299 yuan (~$338). The dock connects via a single TB5 upstream port, ships with an 180W adapter and 1m TB5 cable, and delivers up to 140W USB-PD with bandwidth that scales from 80Gbps to 120Gbps for high-res displays. It features DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1 outputs (8K/60Hz or 4K/240Hz, depending on display), plus two TB5 downstream ports, USB-A/C, Ethernet, USB readers, and other peripherals. Windows can drive up to three external 4K displays at 144Hz (Mac support varies by Apple Silicon model). A brief global listing appeared at $350 before being pulled.

via Notebookcheck|

#140w #belkin #docking-station

technology3 months ago•15 min saved

Belkin unveils 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 dock with 140W charging and triple 4K 144Hz output

Belkin has launched a 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 dock in China priced at 2,299 yuan (~$338), delivering up to 140W USB Power Delivery with a bundled 180W adapter and 1m Thunderbolt 5 cable, and it supports triple 4K 144Hz displays for multi-monitor setups.

via Gizmochina|

#belkin #docking-station #power-delivery

technology3 months ago•4 min saved

Final Prime Day Flash: Anker Slashes Prices on Nano Chargers, Qi2.2 Stands, and Thunderbolt 5 Dock

Today is the last day of Amazon Prime Day 2026, with Anker rolling out new deals on Nano chargers, Qi2.2 stands, and power banks, including a deep cut on the 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 TB5 docking station to $309.99 and up to 50% off on select MagGo and Nano products across the ongoing Prime Day lineup.

via 9to5Toys|

#anker #docking-station #power-bank

technology4 months ago•8 min saved

Samsung’s Mac-First Monitors Pack OLED, Thunderbolt 5, and Built‑in Docking for Pro Setups

Samsung unveils three Mac-friendly displays: the 40-inch ViewFinity S8 S85TH with a 5K2K curved panel and built‑in Thunderbolt 5 dock plus a KVM switch, the 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 with 4K QD‑OLED, 240Hz, Pantone validation, and high HDR brightness, and the 27-inch Odyssey OLED G8—each designed to integrate with MacBook/Mac mini/Mac Studio setups and offer features Apple currently lacks (OLED desktop, ultrawide options, and integrated KVM/Thunderbolt 5). Prices run about $1,399.99 for the S8, $1,299.99 for the 32

via AppleInsider|

#kvm-docking #mac-compatibility #oled-display

technology5 months ago•5 min saved

Mac Mini M5 Set for Major Silicon Leap at WWDC 2026

Leaks suggest Apple’s Mac Mini will get M5 and M5 Pro CPUs, delivering roughly 14–22% higher multi-core performance, up to 45% faster GPU, and a 3.5x faster Neural Engine for AI tasks, all while preserving the 5x5-inch form factor. Expect Thunderbolt 5, Wi‑Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6, with RAM up to 64GB on the M5 Pro and storage from 512GB to multiple TB. Pricing could start around $699 for the base and $1,399 for the Pro, with a June WWDC 2026 announcement and shipping 1–2 months after.

via Tech Times|

#m5 #m5-pro #mac-mini

gadgets6 months ago•17 min saved

Razer Blade 16 2026 Aims for Real Battery Life Upgrade with Panther Lake

Razer’s 2026 Blade 16 sticks to its ultra-thin chassis but swaps in Intel’s Panther Lake Core Ultra 9 386H for a 16‑core CPU, touting up to a 60% battery-life boost over the 2025 model with power-saving modes, along with Thunderbolt 5, faster LPDDR5X RAM up to 64GB, a brighter 240Hz OLED display (up to 1100 nits HDR), and an RTX 5080 GPU; priced around $3,500 (32GB RAM, 2TB SSD) with higher-end RTX 5090 options at $4,500, and available now.

via Gizmodo|

#battery-life #gadgets #gaming-laptop

technology6 months ago•2 min saved

Razer Blade 16 taps Panther Lake for faster RAM and longer battery life

Razer’s Blade 16 for 2026 switches from AMD to the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H “Panther Lake,” adds LPDDR5X-9600 memory for faster speeds, and keeps a slim chassis with RTX 5080/5090 options. It claims up to 60% better power efficiency and 16-core performance, starts at $3,499.99 with 5080/32GB RAM/1TB SSD, and tops out at $4,499.99 for the 5090 with 2TB. A future 5070 Ti model will come later, and the machine adds Thunderbolt 5, Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, better OLED brightness, and updated audio.

via The Verge|

#core-ultra-9-386h #lpddr5x-9600 #panther-lake

technology7 months ago•71 min saved

Apple Studio Display XDR redefines premium monitors with 120Hz ProMotion and Thunderbolt 5

Apple’s Studio Display XDR introduces a 27-inch, 5K Mini-LED panel with 120Hz ProMotion, 2,000 nits peak brightness, a 12MP Desk View camera, a six-speaker system, and an A19 Pro chip for image processing and audio. It adds Thunderbolt 5 with upstream and downstream ports and includes a tilt/height-adjustable stand, plus the ability to daisy‑chain a second display. However, it remains a premium, single-input monitor with a steep price, best for Mac users who want Apple’s latest display.

via Tom's Guide|

#120hz-promotion #a19-pro-chip #mini-led