Plugable Technologies

Plugable Technologies Plugable Technologies is a US-based electronics company that has been trusted by IT professionals and prosumers for over a decade. Email [email protected]

Need help with your Plugable device? Plugable offers a wide range of universal products that are tested to fit any desk environment with guaranteed compatibility. "How you connect up a keyboard, a mouse, an extra display, a wired network adapter. Those have all become problems that require something to connect those things. So at Plugable, we connect this with that.โ€
-Bernie Thompson, Plugable Fo

under, and CTO

It's no accident Plugable has grown to be one of the top five brands globally for docking stations; we've been in the game for a while. Our Washington-based design team combines the latest technology with years of customer feedback to create products that donโ€™t just meet a user's minimum requirements but instead becomes an extension of their productivity. "Every company has a statement about customer service, but the execution doesn't match. Plugable really does, through word and deed, everything we can to help our customers."
-Gary Zeller, Plugable Product Director

Have you ever tried to get support from a tech company only to walk away feeling like the person on the other end was just reading from a script? We don't do it that way. Suppose you had a question about your new Plugable docking station. When you contact our support team, you're actually connecting with the engineers that designed your docking station. They're personally invested in making sure you love it because they made it. It's not a typical customer service model, but we try not to be a typical technology company. "Plugable is an American brand, with a great depth of understanding around the complex technology required to achieve simple compatibility. The company mission is to deliver better products enabled by better information and better support."
- Lynn Smurthwaite-Murphy, CEO

"๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—บ๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜" docking station for multi-monitor Macs may not be the biggest flex, but as more Thunderbolt 5 dock...
06/22/2026

"๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—บ๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜" docking station for multi-monitor Macs may not be the biggest flex, but as more Thunderbolt 5 docks hit the market, ๐˜ค๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ท๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ช๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ต is not how most of them would be described.

We made the decision to prioritize what most users value in a powerful dock: dual HDMI 2.1โ€”a first for Thunderbolt 5 docking stationsโ€”which removes the need for additional adapters to connect displays.

This decision resonated with Simon Jary and the team at Macworld. Check out their full review of the Plugable TBT-UDH2 Thunderbolt 5 docking station.

Plugable's TBT-UDH2 combines Thunderbolt 5 speeds with dual HDMI 2.1 ports, making it one of the most convenient docks for multi-monitor Mac setups.

06/17/2026

The MacBook Neo is a fantastic machine, but it comes with one major catch: it only supports a single external display. If you need a dual-monitor workstation setup for productivity, you shouldn't have to upgrade to a more expensive laptop just for the extra screen real estate.

In this video, we show you how to use the Plugable USB-C 65W PDZ Travel Dock to bypass that limitation and expand your connectivity. This compact, travel-friendly hub turns a single USB-C port into a full desktop workstation, allowing you to drive two 4K HDMI displays while adding essential ports like Gigabit Ethernet, USB-A/C data, and an SD card reader.

In this video, we cover:

Bypassing Limitations: How to add dual 4K monitors to a laptop that natively supports only one.

Driver Setup: A quick look at the DisplayLink driver installation process required to get your screens up and running.

Power Optimization: Why the included 20W charger isn't enough and why a 30W GaN charger is the perfect pairing for your Neo.

Quick Specs & FAQ:

Does this support dual 4K? Yes, the PDZ dock supports two 4K displays via HDMI.

What software is required? This dock utilizes DisplayLink technology; please download the latest drivers from the Plugable website for full functionality.

Can it charge my Neo? The dock supports up to 100W pass-through charging, but we recommend our 30W GaN charger to ensure you have the overhead needed for high-speed charging.

When did 40 become 80?In the world of docking stations, navigating specifications can get confusing quicklyโ€”especially w...
06/16/2026

When did 40 become 80?

In the world of docking stations, navigating specifications can get confusing quicklyโ€”especially when terms like "Thunderbolt 5 functionality" start appearing alongside a 40Gbps limit on the same spec sheet.

To clear up the noise, here are the baseline facts:

- Thunderbolt 4 / USB4: Maxes out at 40Gbps.
- Thunderbolt 5: Hits 80Gbps (and can scale even higher).

Bandwidth limits are bound by hardware engineering. At Plugable, we believe your docking station should do exactly what is promised โ€” no unpredictable performance when you plug in your Mac or PC.

We lead with verifiable engineering because trust is built on proven performance.

We go over this in more detail on the Plugable blog:

Discover high-quality USB-C docking stations, adapters, chargers, and portable monitors. Plugable connects this with that. Shop direct to get the best prices and avoid grey market problems.

06/04/2026

Yes, you can actually get dual displays and connect all your devices to the MacBook Neo. You just have to do it the right way.

First, make sure you plug your docking station into the USB 3.0 port, not the slower USB 2.0 port.

In this video, we hooked up a keyboard, mouse, gigabit ethernet, and even an old iPod video to the Plugable UD-6950PDH docking station.

06/04/2026

Not all USB-C ports are created equal. If you just got the new MacBook Neo, you need to watch this before plugging in your accessories.

Turns out, Apple put two very different ports on this machine. One handles your heavy-duty hubs and external displays, while the other will actually trigger an alert message if you try to connect a docking station to it.

Check out the video to see exactly which port you should be using so you don't bottleneck your setup.

Dual 4K 144Hz or dual 8K 60Hz from a single Thunderbolt 5 cable. No DisplayPort adapters. No compromises on refresh rate...
05/28/2026

Dual 4K 144Hz or dual 8K 60Hz from a single Thunderbolt 5 cable.

No DisplayPort adapters. No compromises on refresh rate.

The TBT-UDH2 is built for color-critical workflows and dense multi-display setups, with front-panel SD 4.0 and microSD card readers for fast media offloads. M5 Pro and Max users can push a third display through the downstream TBT5 port.

Available now at $๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿณ๐Ÿต ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด [๐—น๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐˜๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฒ]. Link in the BIO.

05/28/2026

Three displays. One cable. Full native GPU performance. ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ

Three-display output over a single Thunderbolt cable was part of the TB5 spec from the start โ€” but no one had actually implemented it natively until now.

With an M5 Pro or Max and the Plugable TBT-UDH2, you can run 3x 4K 144Hz monitors, all at full native performance. No compromises.

๐Ÿ”— Link in bio โ†’ Plugable TBT-UDH2

05/28/2026

Ever wondered what really goes into tech reviews? Hereโ€™s a peek behind the curtain with Bryan Wolfe!

In the world of tech writing, every day is different.

Some days are filled with research and writing, while others surprise you with unexpected product reviews. Bryan shares his journey, emphasizing the importance of bringing new value to consumers.

With tech evolving rapidly, itโ€™s crucial to ask: Does this new device truly enhance the user experience? If it doesn't impress, it doesn't get reviewed.

Listen to the full episode for more insights!

Link in bio.

05/27/2026

Dual 4K 144Hz monitors on a base M4 MacBook Air. No drivers. No compression. No lag. Just plug in and get to work. ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ

This isn't gated to the MacBook Pro โ€” base M4 and M5 chips in the MacBook Air can run dual displays up to 144Hz through the Plugable TBT-UDH2.

We've genuinely come a long way.

๐Ÿ”— Link in bio โ†’ Plugable TBT-UDH2

Six USB-C ports. Three USB-A ports. Two 30W front-panel charging ports. All from a single TBT5 cable to your laptop.The ...
05/27/2026

Six USB-C ports. Three USB-A ports. Two 30W front-panel charging ports. All from a single TBT5 cable to your laptop.

The TBT-UDH2 is designed so the ports you reach for most often โ€” charging, quick data transfers, card readers โ€” are on the front. The ports that stay connected โ€” displays, Ethernet, peripherals โ€” live on the back.

Front access: 10Gbps USB-C, TBT5 charging, USB-A for legacy devices, full-size SD 4.0 and microSD 4.0 for fast media offloads, and a 3.5mm headset jack.

Back panel handles dual HDMI 2.1, 2.5 gigabit Ethernet, and the remaining USB connections.

16 ports. One cable.

Available now. Link in the comments.

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