Archive for the ‘USB Ports’ Category

Its Time To Get Another USB Hub

Friday, October 7th, 2011

How many USB ports does one person need? Well this is my 7 port usb hub that is connected to my iMac which comes with 4 ports standard. I have two ports left on my 7 port and then I am out. What could one person possibly have to fill 10 usb ports. Well I will tell you:

Wireless mouse, DSLR camera, musical keyboard, usb hub, printer, audio receiver for music keyboard, microphone, keyboard, external hard drive and my iphone. I could technically add my ipad as well but I share the iphone cable on that one.

I might be adding another one of our Hubtra 7 port hubs soon seeing that all devices these days seem to be using USB technology. Based on the response we get on our website I am not the only one who has this same problem. Lots of USB devices, not enough ports.

Did you get more USB devices for Christmas?

Monday, January 10th, 2011

It is amazing how right after the holidays sales of USB hubs really pick up. With more and more USB devices on the market people are in need of more USB ports now than ever. Lucky for us that the most popular Christmas gifts are ones that include a USB cable.

With the addition of the iPad, the ever popular iPods and iPhones, not to mention products not created by Steve Jobs, USB ports are disappearing at an alarming rate. It is surprising that computer manufacturers don’t put more USB ports into computers but with all of the other ports they have to include there simply isn’t a cost benefit to adding more.

So as owners of USB peripherals come to us to purchase our 7 port USB hub it doesn’t surprise us at all that it is happening more often right after Christmas. There comes a point where you just don’t want to reach behind your computer to switch out USB cables and having one central location where everything is plugged in helps organize your work area.

So don’t fret if you got a new iPad, a Kindle, and mp3 player and a new wireless mouse for Christmas only to find out you only had 3 USB ports on your computer, just get yourself a 7 port USB hub and you should be covered, at least for a little while.

7 Port USB Hub Review

Friday, October 22nd, 2010

Check out the 7 port usb hub review done by RandomTechKid on his youtube channel. As you will see the hub review is very favorable. Hubtra takes the time and effort to create high quality USB hubs that stack well against the competition.

From doing things like lengthening out the power cable and the connecting USB cable to creating a durable hub casing, Hubtra USB hubs are created with the customer in mind. Check out the 7 port review below:

USB Hub for Mac

Tuesday, September 21st, 2010

4 Port USB Hub For Mac

4 Port USB Hub
Need a few extra USB ports for your Mac? Our 4 port USB hub can help. At only $14.95 and with free shipping it is a steal!

7 Port USB Hub For Mac

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Get access to the usb ports you need with the extreme 7 port powered usb hub. Hub is MAC and Windows compatible.

Those who have a Mac have only a limited amount of USB ports. They may want to connect printers, fax machines, copy machines and scanner. Or, they may want to connect portable devices such as cell phones, portable music devices or digital cameras. Unfortunately, most hubs only are compatible with a Windows operating system. It is highly recommended to search for a USB hub for a Mac.

Users may find such a USB hub online or at brick and mortar stores. Most nationwide known retail stores commonly carry devices such as USB hubs. Electronic and computer retail outlets also carry USB hubs. More than likely, they will have a USB hub for a Mac. However, users can search online for these types of hubs. They will find a wide variety of retailers, brands and prices.

Users should keep in mind the features they want when searching for a USB hub. Features include software, user’s guide, A/C cable and USB cable. If users do not want to deal with any cables, then they should search for a USB hub that is wireless. Having a wireless USB hub prevents trips and falls in the home or in a business. However, other types of USB hubs may come with a battery instead.

The first benefit of a USB hub for a Mac includes is that they have multiple USB ports. Users may choose whether they want a 4-, 6- or 7-port USB hub. Some USB hubs may also have 10 ports. This allows them to connect a variety of devices to their personal computers or laptops. Having multiple ports is a big benefit for large families or businesses.

The last benefit of such a USB hub is that it comes with fast uploads. Users have the ability upload music, videos, documents, pictures and other files at 480 megabytes per second or more. This means that they can upload multiple files to their computers if they choose to. This also allows the ease of sharing amongst colleagues, students, friends and family members. Fast speeds work on either 1.1 or 2.0 USB ports.

How many USB products do you have?

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

How Many USB Products Do You Have?

How many USB products do you have – maybe twenty? People would be quite fascinated at the actual amount of USB products that are in their homes. We use these devices for so many different jobs in our everyday life that it’s ridiculous. You will be utterly amazed at the wide variety of USB products that are actually available.

Has anyone ever heard of a missile launcher? If so, then you would probably not consider it to be a USB related device. Well think again because there are tons of different kinds of foam toys that can shoot a fake missile with the click of a button. People would never have expected such a cool little toy to be operated through the universal port in a computer.

Are you looking for a more versatile paper shredder? Then try a paper shredding machine that can be easily operated through the universal port located on your computer. This type of device would be small enough to fit into almost any bag or purse and would still be able to handle any job.

If you thought the last few items discussed were cool, then you wont believe what I am about to talk about next. Regardless of whether we want to admit it or not, a majority of rooms that we live in or occupy have some type of negative odor. In order to combat this problem, innovators have even been able to develop the technology capable of controlling an air freshener from a computer. This USB product is simply amazing – who would have thought that such devices could be controlled through a universal port.

Most people who pay for wireless internet services know that they can simply plug in a special USB device that will allow them access to the internet. However, very few people know that a mouse can be controlled as well. All you have to do is plug it in and you are ready to navigate your laptops programs. If this isn’t quite advanced enough for you, then you could try out a wireless mouse as well. All that you would have to do is plug in the USB product and the gadget will emit a signal that the mouse will pick up. Once a good connection is established, the mouse should work without the tangled mess of a cord. When it comes to USB related products, the possibilities are practically endless.

This is what makes USB hubs such a necessary item. Computers don’t come standard with enough USB ports and so our 4 port usb hubs and 7 port hubs give you the extra ports that you need.