Devices
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TerraMaster F4-424 Pro (2024)
TerraMaster’s most powerful 4-bay media-class NAS uses an Intel Core i3-N305 (8 cores / 8 threads) with up to 32GB DDR5, putting it ahead of most rival 4-bay units for transcoding and virtualisation. External I/O is compact: dual 2.5GbE Ethernet ports, one HDMI 2.0b output (4K@60), and just two USB ports — a single USB…
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Twelve South StayGo USB-C Hub (2020)
Twelve South’s StayGo is a desk-friendly USB-C hub aimed at MacBook and iPad Pro owners who want a clean cable run. It carries an 85W USB-C PD pass-through to the host laptop, a separate USB-C input for the external charger, three USB-A 3.0 ports (one is BC 1.2 fast-charge), 4K-ready HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, and dual…
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U-Turn Orbit Plus (2022)
U-Turn’s belt-drive turntable connects to a hi-fi or powered speakers through a single pair of RCA outputs. An optional built-in Pluto 2 phono preamp lets it run straight into any line-level input; skip that option and you’ll need an external phono stage. Cleverly, the deck grounds itself through the left-channel RCA shield, so there’s no…
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UGREEN NASync DXP2800 (2024)
The UGREEN NASync DXP2800 is a 2-bay desktop NAS built around an Intel N100 quad-core CPU with 8GB DDR5 SO-DIMM (expandable to 16GB), two 3.5″/2.5″ SATA bays, and two internal M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 x1 slots for NVMe caching or storage. Networking is a single 2.5GbE RJ-45 port, and a rear HDMI 2.0b output enables…
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UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus (2024)
The UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus is a 4-bay desktop NAS built around an Intel Pentium Gold 8505 five-core CPU with 8GB DDR5 SO-DIMM (expandable to 16GB), four 3.5″/2.5″ SATA bays, and two internal M.2 2280 NVMe slots for storage or SSD caching. Networking is the feature: a 10GbE RJ-45 port alongside a 2.5GbE port enables…
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UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Pro (2024)
A high-end 6-bay NAS with one of the most complete port arrays in its class. Networking centers on two 10GbE RJ-45 ports that aggregate to 20 Gbps, backed by two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports for direct-attach storage or daisy-chaining. An 8K-capable HDMI output uses HDMI 2.1 bandwidth. USB spans one front USB 3.2 Gen 2…
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Universal Audio Apollo Twin X (2019)
UA’s Apollo Twin X is a desktop 10×6 Thunderbolt 3 interface built around Unison-enabled mic preamps and onboard UAD SHARC processing (DUO or QUAD variants). Two combo XLR/TRS inputs and a dedicated front-panel 1/4-inch Hi-Z jack feed the preamps. Two balanced 1/4-inch monitor outputs and two 1/4-inch line outputs cover stereo monitoring plus an auxiliary…
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Universal Audio Volt 2 (2021)
This 2-in/2-out USB-C audio interface connects to a computer over a single USB-C cable (USB 2.0 audio class) and draws all its power over the bus — no separate adapter needed. Its two front-panel inputs are combo jacks that accept either an XLR microphone plug or a 6.35mm (1/4-inch) line or instrument cable, with 48V…
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Valve Steam Deck LCD (2022)
Valve’s handheld console delivers all connectivity through a single USB-C port running USB 3.2 Gen 2 at 10Gbps—charging, data transfers, and DisplayPort Alt Mode for external 4K monitors. The dock (sold separately) splits charging and video, so you’re not stuck choosing between power and displays. MicroSD card support via UHS-II lets you expand storage at…
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Valve Steam Deck OLED (2023)
Valve’s handheld console delivers all connectivity through a single USB-C port running USB 3.2 Gen 2 at 10Gbps—charging, data transfers, and DisplayPort Alt Mode for external 4K monitors. The dock (sold separately) splits charging and video, so you’re not stuck choosing between power and displays. MicroSD card support via UHS-II lets you expand storage at…
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Victrola Stream Carbon (2022)
Victrola’s Works-with-Sonos turntable is built for streaming first: it sends vinyl over Wi-Fi to a Sonos system, UPnP devices, or Roon, and can also output via Bluetooth. For wired setups, a line-level RCA output (built-in preamp) feeds any amp or powered speakers, and a 10/100 Ethernet jack provides a rock-solid network link when Wi-Fi isn’t…
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ViewSonic PX748-4K (2021)
With 4,000 ANSI lumens and dual HDMI 2.0b inputs, this DLP projector handles bright rooms and multi-source setups with ease. A USB-C port lets you connect a Nintendo Switch or laptop directly without an adapter — a rare feature in this price range. The 240Hz refresh rate at 1080p and 4.2ms input lag make it…
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ViewSonic X2-4K (2023)
A short-throw 4K LED smart projector aimed at gamers, offering 4K@60Hz over HDMI 2.0b plus fast 1080p@240Hz / 1440p@120Hz modes. Both HDMI inputs are 2.0b. A standout is the USB-C port with DisplayPort Alt Mode, which lets a laptop, phone, or Nintendo Switch output video over a single cable without a dock. Two USB-A ports…
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Vizio Elevate P514a-H6 (2020)
Vizio’s Elevate was the first soundbar with rotating up-firing speakers that physically tilt upward when Dolby Atmos content is detected. Two HDMI inputs support 4K Dolby Vision HDR passthrough from source devices like gaming consoles and Blu-ray players. The eARC output sends lossless Atmos audio from TV streaming apps back to the soundbar. A 3.5mm…
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Vizio M-Series Elevate M512E-K6 (2022)
Vizio’s mid-range 5.1.2 system pairs a soundbar with motorised height speakers that physically rotate up for Dolby Atmos and forward for music or dialogue, plus a wireless subwoofer and two wired rear satellites. The bar offers HDMI 2.0b — one input and one eARC output — with 4K HDR and Dolby Vision passthrough on the…
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Vizio M-Series M512a-H6 (2022)
This 5.1.2-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar packs a surprising amount of connectivity into a mid-range package. Two HDMI ports handle video passthrough and eARC, so you can route a single cable to your TV and get lossless Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio back. A dedicated 3.5mm voice assistant input lets you wire an Echo or…
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Wacom Cintiq Pro 27 (2022)
Wacom’s flagship 27-inch creative pen display offers four ways to plug in to a host computer: a single USB-C cable to a USB 3.2 Gen 2 (or USB4) port with DP Alt Mode, an HDMI 2.0 + USB-A combo, or Mini DisplayPort 1.4 + USB-A. The 4K panel runs at 120Hz over DisplayPort or USB-C…
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Xbox (Original, 2001)
The original Xbox connects via composite or component video through a proprietary AV connector, supporting up to 1080i on component TVs. A single USB port on the front charges controllers, while two Ethernet ports on the back provide both standard wired networking and HD Video Kit connectivity (480Mbps). The composite cable delivers muddy colors compared…
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Xbox 360 (Original, 2005)
The Xbox 360 uses composite or component video via a proprietary AV connector on the back, supporting up to 1080i resolution on component displays. Two USB ports on front are shared between controller charging and low-speed data (12Mbps); the rear USB ports run at full USB 2.0 (480Mbps) for storage. An original composite cable produces…
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Xbox 360 E (2013)
The Xbox 360 uses composite or component video via a proprietary AV connector on the back, supporting up to 1080i resolution on component displays. Two USB ports on front are shared between controller charging and low-speed data (12Mbps); the rear USB ports run at full USB 2.0 (480Mbps) for storage. An original composite cable produces…
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Xbox 360 S (Slim, 2010)
The Xbox 360 uses composite or component video via a proprietary AV connector on the back, supporting up to 1080i resolution on component displays. Two USB ports on front are shared between controller charging and low-speed data (12Mbps); the rear USB ports run at full USB 2.0 (480Mbps) for storage. An original composite cable produces…
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Xbox One (Original, 2013)
Microsoft’s Xbox One supports 4K video at up to 60Hz through a single HDMI 1.4 port capped at 18Gbps bandwidth. Three USB 3.0 ports on the rear (5Gbps each) handle data, external storage, and controller charging. The optical audio output sends Dolby Digital or Dolby Atmos surround through any compatible receiver or soundbar. Here’s the…
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Xbox One S (2016)
Microsoft’s Xbox One supports 4K video at up to 60Hz through a single HDMI 1.4 port capped at 18Gbps bandwidth. Three USB 3.0 ports on the rear (5Gbps each) handle data, external storage, and controller charging. The optical audio output sends Dolby Digital or Dolby Atmos surround through any compatible receiver or soundbar. Here’s the…
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Xbox One S All-Digital Edition (2019)
Microsoft’s Xbox One supports 4K video at up to 60Hz through a single HDMI 1.4 port capped at 18Gbps bandwidth. Three USB 3.0 ports on the rear (5Gbps each) handle data, external storage, and controller charging. The optical audio output sends Dolby Digital or Dolby Atmos surround through any compatible receiver or soundbar. Here’s the…
