In 2006, CalDigit set out on a mission to craft top-notch external storage solutions for the brilliant minds in the creative industry. As the world embraced the Thunderbolt connector in 2011, CalDigit saw the immense potential of Thunderbolt for streamlining global workflows.
Compared to other consumer electronics companies, CalDigit stands out as they handle every aspect of their product creation in-house, from research and development to design and manufacturing.
On-the-go use: SOHO Dock
The SOHO Dock was designed to have just the right amount of ports not to exceed the power output that your laptop’s USB-C or Thunderbolt port can provide.
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Extra Thunderbolt and USB-A ports: Element Hub
Unleash endless connectivity options for all your work devices with the Element Hub, thanks to its Thunderbolt and USB-A ports.
The Thunderbolt 4 ports are capable of speeds up to 3,000MB/s to take advantage of your ultra-fast storage devices. That is 8.5x the performance of a typical 5Gb/s USB-C hub, which offers speeds of around 350MB/s from its USB-A ports.
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All-rounders: USB-C Pro Dock and TS3 Plus
For docks with various ports, the USB-C Pro Dock and TS3 Plus are great options for your workspace.
Get ready to power up your work setup like never before! With the USB-C Pro Dock, you can charge your laptop, connect multiple devices, and even use dual monitors - all with just one cable. What's even more exciting is that this dock is compatible with Thunderbolt 3/4 and USB-C computers, tablets and phones, making it a breeze to switch between different devices. Create a complete desktop experience with external monitors, keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, USB drives, and charging.
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The next step up is the TS3 Plus but keep in mind, it only works with Thunderbolt 3 or 4 computers (or Thunderbolt 2 if you use Apple's Thunderbolt 2 to 3 adapter).
With a single Thunderbolt 3 port, you can expand to a whopping 15 ports. Whether you are a power user in need of multiple USB ports, dual 4K display connectivity, Digital Optical Audio out, and/or an SD card reader, the TS3 Plus has got you covered. It's a compact powerhouse that also offers up to 87W of charging for both PC and Apple laptops.
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Flagship: TS4
Caldigit's TS4 is the crème de la crème. It comes with 18 ports, including extra Thunderbolt 4 ports and specialty audio ports. The TS4 provides up to 98w of power delivery so optimal performance is achieved even for larger laptops.
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One thing to remember is that a dock's connectivity may be limited to what your computer is capable of. For example, the regular M1/M2/M3 chip Apple computers can only handle one external display per connection. Adding a Caldigit dock will not provide you with a connection to two displays for these machines. Some PCs with Thunderbolt 3 are also limited to one external display per connection.