Thunderbolt 4

Thunderbolt 5 vs Thunderbolt 4 — everything you need to know

Thunderbolt 5 has arrived, and Apple has adopted it on some of its new Mac models. Here's what has changed in Thunderbolt 5 vs. Thunderbolt 4.

Malcolm Owen | 3 weeks ago

The best Thunderbolt docks for your Mac or MacBook Pro

Increase the number of things you can connect to your Mac by getting yourself a Thunderbolt 4 dock. These are AppleInsider's recommendations to achieve expansion nirvana.

AppleInsider Staff | 4 months ago

Amazon has the Sabrent Thunderbolt 4 KVM Switch in stock for $299.97

The Sabrent Thunderbolt 4 KVM Switch allows you to switch between two machines with the push of a button, and it's now in stock and on sale at Amazon.

Christine McKee | 5 months ago

The best Thunderbolt 4 docks and hubs you can buy for your Mac

If you want to add more connectivity to your Mac, you should consider a Thunderbolt dock. We've made a list of some of the best docking and port-expanding accessories you can buy.

Malcolm Owen | 7 months ago

Killer deal: Belkin Thunderbolt 4 5-in-1 Core Hub just dropped to $99.99

Equipped with four Thunderbolt 4 ports for easy connection to a MacBook, the Belkin 5-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Core Hub is discounted to $99.99, a 50% off markdown with promo code.

Christine McKee | 8 months ago

Plugable TBT4-UDX1 Review: Harnessing Thunderbolt 4 for maximum connectivity

The Plugable TBT4-UDX1 is a powerful 11-port Thunderbolt 4 dock with the potential to streamline your Mac setup.

Thomas Sibilly | 10 months ago

Apple's intricate Thunderbolt 4 Pro cable design revealed under CT scan

Lumafield used a powerful X-ray CT scanner to determine why Apple's Thunderbolt 4 Pro cable is $129 compared to Amazon's cheaper USB-C offerings.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 year ago

Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Multimedia Pro Dock: A true 16-port powerhouse

The Satechi Multimedia Pro Dock is a Thunderbolt 4 dock that brings out the most in your Mac or iPad for all creatives and professionals.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

Sabrent Thunderbolt 4 KVM Switch has 8K 60Hz support in a compact size

Sabrent has introduced its Thunderbolt 4K KVM Switch, a handy tool for managing two Macs using the same desktop peripherals, with the new model including 8K display support and 60W of power delivery.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

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Sonnet's Echo 11 Thunderbolt 4 HDMI Dock updates its predecessor with a new video option, more power delivery, and even faster network connectivity.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

How to pick the best Thunderbolt cable for Mac

If you need to connect your Mac to hardware via Thunderbolt, you really should try to get the best cable for the job. When buying the best Thunderbolt cable for your Mac, here's what you should look for.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

Hyper Thunderbolt 4 Power Hub review: Fast connectivity for demanding users

If you're moving a lot of data around, you want more ports than the Mac tends to offer — and they have to be fast. Hyper's new hub aims to be just what you need.

William Gallagher | 1 year ago

OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock review: Ditch the big power brick

OWC's Thunderbolt Go Dock offers excellent connectivity for road warriors without the need for a giant external power brick, but its port selection is a little low for the price.

Mike Wuerthele | 1 year ago

Kensington rolls out new Universal Thunderbolt 4 docking station

Unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show, Kensington's latest dock delivers a Thunderbolt 4 connection in an ergonomic riser designed for MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and select iPads.

William Gallagher | 1 year ago

Plugable reveals first Thunderbolt 4 dock, 11 port USB-C hub, 240W cable during CES 2023

The Plugable 16-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Quad Dock is the first of its kind from the company, which was revealed during CES alongside a USB-C dock and 240W cable.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 year ago

Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Dock review: A compact port extender for Mac

Launched into a crowded field, Satechi's new Thunderbolt 4 Dock doesn't just provide legacy ports, but more Thunderbolt as well.

Brian Patterson | 2 years ago

OWC adds new 4TB version of its rugged Envoy Pro FX portable SSD

OWC has announced a new larger 4TB capacity variant of its ruggedized Envoy Pro FX portable SSD that's perfect for content creators and other Mac users who need a tough, fast storage device.

Mike Peterson | 2 years ago

StarTech Thunderbolt 4 Dock review: great for your MacBook Pro workstation

The StarTech Thunderbolt 4 Dock adds ten ports to your Mac via a single cable with three downstream Thunderbolt ports at a high price.

Wesley Hilliard | 2 years ago

Apple's 3 meter Thunderbolt 4 Pro cable is now available

First announced alongside the Mac Studio, Apple's 3 meter Thunderbolt 4 Pro cable is now available to order online, and for pickup later in the month at some Apple Retail locations.

William Gallagher | 2 years ago

Teardown of Apple's new & long Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable highlights why it's so expensive

A new video takes a look inside Apple's newly introduced Thunderbolt 4 Pro cable and gives viewers a look at the premium components that went into its design.