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What a hub and what is it designed for

The center – also known by its Spanish name: focus – is the device for which device to use connect several devices to each other: from you smartphone, TV and USBs, up to SD cards, pills or computers

Perhaps because of this ability to connect devices of such a different kind, you think it's a complicated device, however, it isn't. The hub is much simpler than the a change or a route

While a change create a communication channel to distribute data to each destination machine, the hub limits its network to transmitter only. He change It can also operate on networks with a greater number of machines than the hub.

He routeHowever, it is responsible for communicating with our devices through remote networks, to be able to connect to different networks, work that does not exist change or the institution cannot fulfill.

The main function of the hub is to be the central point of contact in the network. All input ports are electrically connected. This means that data and information will be shared concurrently between all devices connected to the hub so that it can be viewed on any of them.

Couples are also often used to connect different parts of the LAN network to their various ports. This creates a common network between all connected devices.

Now that you know what the hub is, you're probably wondering: "Do I need a hub that can connect all my devices to one another?" Keep reading before answering this question!

Who may be interested in the harp

The main strength of the hubs or concentrators is their own and flexibility and the ability to adapt to each user's needs. That is largely because of the all kinds of ports of course, which may vary from one device to another.

It may be that you have a particular computer for some years, which means you also don't have too many USB inputs or some of them have stopped working.

If this is the case, the hub may be the solution, since most of them work as USB multiport. Therefore, you can interact with USB memory scripts while uploading your own smartphone And connect your printer.

Also, if your old laptop doesn't have a memory card feature, the hub will function as card reader. You can also choose to connect it to your TV and create a slideshow from your home sofa.

Ideally, another function of multiconnectors is to allow screen retrieval, especially thanks to it HDMI port. If one of the monitors you want to connect does not have this installation, the hub will act as the adapter.

The hubs can even work to connect your laptop to route either modem -indeed This is its main function-, which means you can enjoy the speed of a Ethernet network directly to your computer.

Therefore, the hub may attract anyone who needs at least one additional port, but does not have a device interested in using it at that time. You just have to make sure that the hub you are using compatible.

What to consider before buying

Before getting into any of the buttons you should consider before getting a hub or harp, we should make it clear that everything will depend on the application You want to provide this new device.

One of the first things to remember is, logically, i price. The cost of the hub varies, for example, depending on the type of boat and ports you install, but in general terms is between € 10 and € 60.

And I'm talking generally, in greater numbers, more diverse ports and greater capacity. Therefore, it is important to know what kind of tickets do you need, be it HDMI, LAN, USB Type-C, USB 3.0, SDHC card, Micro SDHC card or other.

Again, and as we expected in the previous section, it is very important to know consistency hub and your other electronic devices. You can't use a hub if you can't connect it to your laptop or TV.

Another factor to consider, or maybe a second one, is this design the harp. Think about the materials made and, if it's important to be able to move it from one place to another, pay close attention to its size and weight.

Finally, we recommend looking at what warranty and after sales service supplies manufacturer and distributor. In the event that you have a problem with a product, you will want to have an effective customer service that can help you.

Recommended hubs

Xtorm USB-C Power Hub Edge

The kind we always hope for is Xtorm. We really like theirs electric banks, and not only for its exterior design. Its power enables you to charge your battery smartphone, tablet or more portable.

That is why, before trying this thing, we already knew we would not be disappointed. It's just as good with the external Xtorm batteries, it has everything you can ask for a device with these features and a range of ports and connectors.

1. Price

Xtorm is not known for having cheap products, but for offering devices at a very reasonable price. That is why we cannot stop praising them even if it means making a little money.

A clear example is this peg, with a suggested price of € 89. Unlike other products, this one will not be purchased on Amazon yet. So, you have to do it directly from the Xtorm website.

2. Ports

One of the major drawbacks of this hub with regard to others on this list is its limited supply of ports. In this sense, we only recommend those who want to use it to charge other USB-C or USB-A devices.

As you might have guessed, this is not the place that allows you to connect a few devices and access content on your computer. It is best to have a charging station to have all your devices in full battery at the same time.

If you think this is something that might attract you, you should know that it has the following ports:

• 1 USB-C PD 60W
• 1 USB-C PD 30W
• 2 USB 3.0 90W Quick Charging

To be able to use it, you'll have it as easy as connecting your hub to power by using the charger included in the box. Remember that it must be connected or the devices you are connecting to will not charge.

In this sense, the LED light you will find on the left will notify you when your hub is connected to the store. Put simply, impossible, isn't it?

After that, you can connect the device you want to reset to one of the four output ports. Our experience is good for any of the four, although you will be interested in betting that is very fast to load.

3. Compatibility (device and app)

This Xtorm hub is ideal for Apple laptops, if only because the new MacBook models are known to include only UBS-C ports. Logically, it will work with any laptop with this type of port.

It also compatible with any type of device (smartphone, tablet, speaker, headphones, drone, GPS, Nintendo Switch …). All you need is a USB cable (USB-A or USB-C) that you can connect to one of the Xtorm hub output ports.

4. Design and carry

As we mentioned before, one of the strengths of Xtorm is its construction, or at least we believe so. We love the curved edges of their devices, as well as the soft gray material that appears on them.

This hub has a size of 115 x 101 x 20 mm and weighs 322 g. It is much larger than the other on this list, but considering its size, it is much smaller than you might expect.

In any case, it is a tool designed to be left at home or office, so its light should not be your top priority. On the other hand, we accept Xtorm installation to install white support so you can mount it vertically.

QacQoc GN30H

Of all the hub types offered by QacQoc, there is no doubt about its latest model: the GN30H.

This high-performance hub will surprise you with its wide range of input collected on a light and compact device that will allow you to connect all your devices.

Don't miss ours to review to know each other and their symptoms.

1. Price

The Chinese version QacQoc Surprise with its wide range of hubs. In its catalog you will find both simple and inexpensive types (for € 19.99 on Amazon), as more refined models have a greater number of installations and services, as is the case with the recommended QacQoc GN30H, which you can buy on Amazon for € 59.99.

The pre-GN30H model, the QacQoc GN30C, can also be purchased on Amazon for € 43.99. However, we think that for about € 16 more, the GN30H version is worth it, since the latter offers twice as much RAM as the GN30C: 32 GB model instead of 16 GB.

2. Ports

The GN30H model is a very complete QacQoc, as it offers eight different ports, which include a lot of use that the average user can provide. Specifically, these are the ports you will find:

• 3 USB 3.0
• USB Type 1
• 1 HDMI
• 1 LAN
• 1 SDHC
• 1 Micro SDHC

The hub is a very easy tool to use and will not cost you to familiarize yourself with it. You will see that, on the one hand, there are three USB 3.0 ports and an HDMI port, and on the other there are card slots. LAN and USB Type-C ports are located on the edges of the Type C integrated cable.

Three USB 3.0 ports are fully functional at the same time. We tried to connect a pendrive and charge for the Android app and other iOS and we've never had any problems. Of course, you'll notice that they heat up quickly.

These ports have transmission speeds of up to 6 Gbps, that is, ten times faster than USB 2.0. That makes it very easy to access any file from a USB stick, tablet or the camera you connected.

Also, the possibility of having more than one USB input easily available allows you to connect, for example, an additional keyboard, mouse or other available device at the same time.

On the other hand, a USB Type-C port can use you intellectually if you only have one power output and want to use a hub and charge your laptop at the same time. Simply connect the hub to your laptop and charger to the hub and you can do it all at the same time.

The Chinese company ensures that the source voltage is between 14.5 V and 20 V and we can assure you that we have no complaints about the laptop charging speed with this hub.

Like any coil, the GN30H also includes a LAN or RJ45 dot, where you can connect an Ethernet cable and plug route connecting to the Internet or mobile phone and receiving calls.

In addition, this QacQoc model also lets you connect your laptop and TV and enjoy all the contents of your computer from a larger screen. That's probably due to 4K HDMI output. In our case, it works quickly and efficiently.

Finally, both the SDHC slot card and the Micro SDHC slot card will allow you access to your camera and video files easily. You have to decide what kind of card you should know.

To monitor the performance of this facility, we used a 32GB Kingston SDHC card and had no complaints about it. You were able to read the card right away and we were able to use it without any problems.

On the other hand, when trying another Kingston micro SDHC card and 32 GB with SanDisk Ultra SDHC card in a small square, it is possible to say that we have experienced some problems when we reconnected or read it.

The fact is, in general terms, when launching and disconnecting devices from compatible ports you have to make a little effort, because communication is not smooth. Aside from that, this is no denying it back and we continue to regard it as a good option.

3. Compatibility (device and app)

To use the GN30H hub, you must connect it using a USB Type-C integrated cable to another compatible device with USB Type C input. This can be found, for example, on the MacBook Pro model in late 2016 or on the latest Lenovo IdeaPad.

However operating systemsSo, QacQoc is ideal for Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and Mac OS 9 and Mac OS 10.

The USB 3.0 ports (10 times faster than USB 2.0) they also support compatibility with USB 2.0 and 1.1 models, so if your USB is old, you don't have to worry: QacQoc will be able to read its details.

It is important that you keep that in mind support cards that the hub receives (SD, SDHC, SDXC, Micro SD and MMC) only "can" have 2TB higher capacity if you want to install it on the hub.

You will know that the hub is well connected because the green light will illuminate in the area around the integrated cable. This feature can be very useful to help you easily find out if the connected phone is read by a multiconnector or not.

4. Design and carry

The QacQoc GN30H design continues to add points to favor the hub. Its small size (10.5 x 4.9 x 1.4 cm) and its lightness (59 g) will allow you to move the multiconnector from one place to another without a problem (it can even come in a pocket).

The model is available in four different colors: gray, silver, rose and gold. We may miss not just the metallic colors, but we still recognize the colors on offer.

We love its design: elegant and simple at the same time. It reminds us of the aesthetics of Apple's well-known product.

In the box where you receive the hub, in addition to the instructions, you will find a case (gray for us), to protect the phone in the event you have to move it: information that works best for us.

5. Information provided

XC005 – Xtorm USB-C HUB 5-IN-ONE

In addition to producing external batteries and wireless chargers, the company Xtorm It also has a variety of harps, which differ from one another to the number and number of ports they enter.

In this case, we want to highlight the XC005 model. Although it is very expensive, it is the one that offers the most benefits and, therefore, can be very useful for any user who needs many additional ports.

We next analyze all aspects of it.

1. Price

Compared to the previous model, the Xtorm USB-C HUB 5-in-one is somewhat expensive, especially when you consider that it offers a few connectivity ports.

It can be bought from you official page However, if you want a simpler model and don't mind distributing it for certain tickets, you can choose one of the more expensive models, all available in your models web page.

At PCWorld we think that, if you don't have a tight budget, it's worth spending more money and getting a more powerful Xtorm hub, that is, a USB-C HUB 5-in-one.

2. Ports

The XC005 model is also very complete in the Xtorm catalog, it offers the most diverse ports. Specifically, it has six different inputs, not including a USB Type-C cable built-in to the computer.

• USB Type 1
• 1 USB 3.0
• 1 HDMI
• 1 Ethernet
• 1 SD
• 1 Micro SD

The first thing that attracts attention is that it has a single USB Type-A, while the Q30Qoc GN30H hub has three and is reasonably priced. That means you can't connect USB memory and charge your mobile phone at the same time.

Of course, the port is also 3.0 of up to 5 Gpbs, which guarantees ten times faster speeds than previous generation USBs. This is undoubtedly the point that endorses the product of this European company.

As for USB Type-C, it is very useful if you have a computer that also charges a port of this type but has USB C. It will be enough to connect the charger to the hub and hub on the PC so you can do it all at the same time.

However, this input will not be used to connect another hub. To perform the test, we connected external memory to the second multiport hub, but our computer couldn't recognize it.

If you've been here, maybe it's because you need to connect your laptop to route. Indeed, the XC005 would be a good solution, since it also includes a LAN port, on the other hand it is very difficult to find on laptops.

Forget about using Wi-Fi networks that don't end up connecting or going public to use the Internet. A carrier like this is all you need to eventually connect to an Ethernet network, be it 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps or 1000 Mbps.

On the other hand, this model is also suitable for installation of your computer screen in another large area. First, you must connect the hub to your computer and connect the hub to another screen with an HDMI cable.

After that, you can also take advantage of the SD card slots that you install and thus launch photos of your last trip to the television. This way, you can choose between an SD card or a Micro SD card. Both inputs work without problems.

3. Compatibility (device and app)

Like the previous GN30H hub model, you'll need a device with USB Type-C input to connect your Xtorm USB-C HUB 5-in-one.

In this case, we tested the facility by connecting it to the latest Spanish model of Slimbook computers, Katana II.

According to the company, the HuB 5-in-one is compatible with any device with USB-C connection: MacBook models after 2015, smartphones, tablets, brilliant cameras from Apple, Samsung, HTC, Acer, Nokia, Huawei, etc.

Although its USB port is 3.0, it also supports older USB 2.0 or 1.1 support.

Unlike the QacQoc hull, this model does not have a light or a flashing LED when the phone is properly connected, small details that although at first may seem overlooked, are missed if not available.

4. Design and carry

At a glance, it's easy to see the beauty of the Xtorm hub, not only for the color and texture of the metal, but also because of the rounded edges and black finish that gives it the best look.

In fact, this aluminum precisely makes not only a good visual tool, but also extremely resistant to shock. You will be interested in purchasing a strong product if you are going to raise a certain amount of money.

Also, this solid structure makes moving the tool from one side to the other less costly. The fact that it weighs only 65 grams and has a size of 128 x 43 x 15 mm also helps.

As the only misconception by design, it should be noted that this hub is available in one color. Although we love the gray used, we miss the wide range that can work well with all types of devices.

5. Details strategies