The Targus 7-Port USB 3.0 combo hub is capable of transferring files at up to 5Gb per second, allowing you to rapidly copy HD quality videos. The device provides three USB 3.0 and four USB 2.0 ports. It is designed to support up to seven USB devices such as external HDDs, flash drives, MP3 players, etc. What’s more, this USB 3.0 combo hub is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. Measuring 4.25-inch x 3.0-inch x 0.9-inch, the Targus 7-Port USB 3.0 combo hub is priced at $79.99 a pop. [Targus]
Green-House has launched a fancy USB hub that looks like a power strip with an On/Off button. The Green-House GH-UH204TP Series is compatible with both USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 platforms. Measuring 29mm x 113.3mm x 19.5mm and weighing 40 grams, the device allows you to connect up to four USB devices simultaneously. Too bad, there is no info on pricing at this moment. [Green-House]
Thanko has rolled out a notebook desk that comes equipped with a USB hub, a laptop cooling fan and LED lights. The built-in USB hub provides 4 USB 2.0 ports, while LED lights are powered by four batteries or a USB bus power. Folks in Japan are able to buy the new Thanko notebook desk for around $50. [Impress]
If you need more USB hubs for your desktop or laptop, then check out the new 24 ports USB hub from Sanwa. The device comes equipped with a 1.8 meter AC adapter, a 1.1 meter USB cable and LED light indicators. Measuring 140mm x 140mm x 30mm, the Sanwa 24 Ports USB Hub is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. GeekStuff4U sells this USB hub for 8,480 Yen or around $102. [Product Page]
Planex Communications has recently introduced the PL-USHE400 USB hub series. Measuring 64mm x 22.5mm x 43mm, this egg-shaped USB hub is available in eight different colors. Designed for women, the device fits nicely in women’s hands and provides four USB ports. Too bad, there is no info on pricing at this moment. [Akihabara]
Computer peripherals maker Planex Communications today introduced the Planex PL-UH300 USB hub in Japan. Available in white or black, the device can be connected to the PC without USB cables. The Planex PL-UH300 USB hub is compatible with WIndows 7, Vista (32/64bit), XP as well as Mac OS X10.6/10.5/10.4/10.3. Folks in Japan are able to buy the Planex PL-UH300 USB hub for 1,000 Yen ($12) each. [Planex]
The Cyclone 7 USB hub from GeekStuff4U provides 7 USB ports and an incredible convenient size. Measuring 69mm x 69mm x 49mm, this USB hub is perfect for use in the office or at home. The Cyclone 7 USB hub is compatible with the Microsoft Windows XP/2000, Mac OS X and Linux operating systems. If you want one, you can purchase the Cyclone 7 USB hub for 2,980 Yen ($36). Read more
The Quirky Contort is a four-port USB hub and cord manager, with a 360-degree flexible rubber neck to protect all your USB devices from accidental damage. The Contort has a built-in cord management wrap with four anchors to corral your cables. This super lightweight hub measures 34mm x 142mm x 24mm. The Contort is now available for pre-sale in Quirky’s online store for $29.99 (MSRP: $34.99). Read more
Measuring 60mm x 95mm x 22mm and weighing approximately 68g, the TU3-H4 is TRENDnet’s newest 4-port USB 3.0 hub for the mass market. This plug and play hub comes with 4 USB 3.0 ports and promises to provide transfer speeds of up to 5.0 Gbps. The TRENDnet TU3-H4 will become available soon for a retail price of $80. [TRENDnet]
If you need more than two USB ports for your laptop or netbook, then I recommend you to grab one of this 4-port USB 2.0 hub ‘Arctic Hub’ from Arctic Cooling. This umbrella-shaped hub allows you to connect 4 different USB gadgets all at once with a transfer speed up to 480Mbps. If you’re interested, the Arctic Hub will set you back $14.95. [Arctic]
