MacBook Neo external display support is remarkably similar to iPhone & M1

Apple's new MacBook Neo can connect to an external monitor, but its native display support shows exactly where Apple positions the machine in its Mac lineup.

Andrew Orr 3 months ago 3

Boost your Mac's connectivity with Thunderbolt dock deals at up to 35% off

An easy way to make your Mac more useful is to add more ports. Here's a selection of steeply-discounted Thunderbolt 4 and Thunderbolt 5 docks to boost your Mac's connectivity.

AppleInsider Staff 4 months ago 2

Lexar Professional Workflow Docking Station review: A modular setup for creative pros

Lexar's customizable docking station is an easy way to expand your photo or video production workflow with added Thunderbolt flexibility in the studio or on the go.

Andrew O'Hara 4 months ago 1

OWC's 2-meter Thunderbolt 5 cable delivers full-speed performance at longer distances

Other World Computing has introduced a fully certified 2-meter Thunderbolt 5 cable designed to deliver full bandwidth, display support, and power delivery at a longer distance.

Andrew Orr 4 months ago 1

AI calculations on Mac cluster get big boosts from new RDMA support on Thunderbolt 5

Real-world test of Apple's latest implementation of Mac cluster computing proves it can help AI researchers work using massive models, thanks to pooling memory resources over Thunderbolt 5.

Malcolm Owen 5 months ago 14

Top 5 Black Friday deals on Thunderbolt 5, 4 docks knock up to $145 off

Expand your Mac's connectivity during Black Friday sales by taking advantage of steep discounts on Thunderbolt 4 and Thunderbolt 5 docks.

AppleInsider Staff 6 months ago 0

CalDigit TS5 Plus review: A great & capable Thunderbolt 5 dock for Mac

With 20 ports, plenty of power, and an accommodating design that is well-matched to any modern Mac the CalDigit TS5 Plus is an excellent dock in an already competitive landscape — but there may be heat issues.

Andrew O'Hara 9 months ago 5

Deals: Snag these Thunderbolt docks at up to 43% off to supersize your Mac's connectivity

Expand the utility and port count of your Mac with one of these fantastic deals on Thunderbolt docks.

AppleInsider Staff 9 months ago 0

Thunderbolt 5 and USB-C - everything you need to know about every version of USB

USB has been around for decades, and the sheer number of USB and Thunderbolt versions in 2025 can be bewildering. Here's what you need to know about USB 3, USB 4, Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and Thunderbolt 5.

Malcolm Owen 10 months ago 47

The best Thunderbolt docks for your Mac or MacBook Pro

A Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 5 dock is the absolute best way to charge and add ports and to your MacBook Pro with one cable. Here are AppleInsider's recommendations for the best Thunderbolt docks, updated on May 20, 2025.

AppleInsider Staff 1 year ago 17

OWC's Thunderbolt 5 Dock arrives with 8K display support

OWC's latest Thunderbolt 5 Dock adds a lot of connectivity to Apple's M4 Pro and M4 Max Mac lineup, while also taking advantage of the massive amount of bandwidth.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 4

CalDigit Element 5 Hub review: A fast and reliable Thunderbolt 5 hub with only the essentials

As Thunderbolt 5 devices become more widely available, the CalDigit Element 5 Hub offers a compact, no-frills expansion option with only the essential ports.

Andrew O'Hara 1 year ago 4

Three QNAP Thunderbolt NAS models bring high-speed shared storage to Mac workflows

Built with Thunderbolt connectivity and tuned for macOS, QNAP's latest network attached storage devices are tailor-made for multiple Final Cut editors and creative pros.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 5

CalDigit's new Thunderbolt 5 docks unlock high-speed workflows & multi-display setups

With up to 20 ports, the CalDigit TS5 and TS5 Plus docks are ready to deliver a big boost in connectivity to not Thunderbolt 5 ports, but any Mac Apple has made for the last nine years.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 18

LaCie Rugged Pro5 SSD review: Incredibly fast portable storage that will hold up to the elements

With the release of the Rugged SSD Pro5, LaCie becomes one of the very first to release a Thunderbolt 5 device. We got one in our studio and we test it out with the latest Macs.

Andrew O'Hara 1 year ago 5

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