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Satechi Announces Innovative Cables For USB-To-HDMI And 2.5G Ethernet

The three new accessories consist of a USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K cable, a USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K adapter, ... [+] plus a USB-C 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet adapter.

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Satechi Announces Innovative Cables For USB-To-HDMI And 2.5G Ethernet

The latest USB accessories to be launched by Satechi are designed to make everyday life with your USB-C computer more productive. The three new accessories are a USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K cable, a USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K adapter, plus a USB-C 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet adapter. All three products provide advanced options for displays and connectivity.

Like most of Satechi’s range, these new products feature the classic Satechi aluminum enclosure and tangle-free braided cables. Each cable has a reinforced neck for durability and is universally compatible with various operating systems, including macOS, Windows, Google Chrome, and USB-C host devices like MacBook, Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio and Google PixelBook Go.

The Satechi USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K cable can handle refresh rates of 60Hz or 120Hz with 4K resolution.

The USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K cable maximizes visual content using the latest HDMI 2.1 technology. The cable connects to a USB-C device while the USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K adapter can output the video output of a device to an HDMI-enabled monitor.

These HDMI cables, users can be used to drive high-resolution 8K/60Hz displays, which Satechi claims can provide vibrant images and color fidelity. The cables can also support 4K resolutions with refresh rates of 120Hz for smoother motion and reduced motion blur. The higher refresh rate is ideal for high-definition gaming or professional video editing.

With Satechi’s new USB-C 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet adapter, users can boost the performance of their computer’s traditional Gigabit Ethernet to access faster network speeds and file transfers when using high-speed routers or switches. With a high-speed wired connection on Type-C devices, the Ethernet adapter can provide uninterrupted video streaming and supports up to 2,500Mbps Ethernet and Ethernet pass-through on PCs.

The Satechi USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K adapter has a USB cable at one end and a female HDMI connector at ... [+] the other.

Along with being universally compatible with USB-C host devices and major operating systems, the USB-C 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet adapter is downward compatible with regular Gigabit Ethernet devices. With a simple plug-and-play design, there’s no need to install any additional software or drivers to get up and running.

Verdict: If you’re looking to use an HDMI display with your Mac and PC that doesn’t have an HDMI output, these cables and adaptor make neat and easy work of adding a large display to your laptop. The Satechi USB-C 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter is an excellent way of upgrading your laptop’s Ethernet to 2.5 Gigabit speeds.

Pricing & Availability: Satechi’s USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K Cable, USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K Adapter, and USB-C 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter are currently available from Satechi.net for $49.99, $44.99, $39.99, respectively. Until December 14, consumers can claim a 20% discount by using the code 8K20.

Satechi Announces Innovative Cables For USB-To-HDMI And 2.5G Ethernet

Plug Connector The Satechi USB-C 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet adapter is a quick and easy way of adding a 2.5Gb Ethernet ... [+] port to a computer that may be limited to a Gigabit Ethernet.