Submitted by noeatnosleep t3_11zm7ne in gadgets

Spring is the perfect time to declutter and tidy up your workspace. Whether you're working from home, have a family computer station, or simply have too many cables in plain view, it's time to clean up your cable clutter.

Take your desk setup to the next level, maximize your productivity, and look effortlessly organized with just one cable. To help you in your efforts, Thunderbolt is partnering up with Plugable to give away a Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Quad dock that supports up to 4 monitors for the ultimate setup and an Engineered by EVO Certified Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Hub.

#Features of the Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Quad dock (TBT4-UDZ):

  • More Screens, More Power—Go big with up to 4x screens up to 4K 60Hz on Thunderbolt 4 Windows systems. With 7x USB, SD / microSD slots, Ethernet (2.5Gbps), audio, and 100W PD to keep you charged, your Windows laptop will have plenty to power your productivity

  • Quad Thunderbolt Dock—Add up to 4x 4K 60Hz screens to a Windows Thunderbolt 4 laptop 2x HDMI, 2x DisplayPort. Mac (Intel, M1 Pro/Max CPU), connect up to 2x 4K 60Hz screens through HDMI DisplayPort or one of each. (Only one external screen on M1 and M2 Mac)

  • 100W Power Delivery—Keep your laptop charged all day with 100W (98W certified) power delivery. And if your computer needs less power, the docking station will automatically adjust. 2x USB ports can be used to charge peripherals like phones and tablets

  • Compatibility—Compatible with Windows 10 or later and macOS 11+. This quad monitor dock connects to Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4, and USB-C via included Thunderbolt 4 cable (40Gbps, 3.3ft/1m). See detailed compatibility below

#Features of the EVO Certified 5-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Hub (USB4-HUB3A):

  • Thunderbolt 4 and More—The Plugable Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 Hub with 60W Charging is Thunderbolt certified and built on the Goshen Ridge Chipset for maximum USB-C, USB4, and Thunderbolt 4 functionality

  • Powerful Ports—3x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 ports for speeds up to 40Gbps, and 15W charging for phones and tablets. 1x USB-A up to 10Gbps, 1x upstream Thunderbolt 4 port up to 60W charging to host

  • Compatibility—Windows (10+) with Thunderbolt 4 / USB4, macOS (11+). Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 dock supports 2x 4K screens at 60Hz, one 8K screen at 30Hz or 1x 6K on M1 Macs (1x USB-C to HDMI 2.0 adapter included). Thunderbolt 3 Windows systems not recommended

  • Exceptional Expansion—Daisy chain up to six Thunderbolt devices with this Thunderbolt hub to make room for all of your USB-C and Thunderbolt devices, or use as a stand-alone charger—no computer necessary

For more info on the docks, visit https://plugable.com/products/tbt4-udz or https://plugable.com/products/usb4-hub3a

#How To Enter:

Please leave a top-level comment about how this dock would improve your workflow, clean up your cable clutter, and how you’d take advantage of up to four monitors for a chance to win for Reddit-only (Contest 1).

Go here and perform any of the 15 ways to enter for a chance to win on Gleam. (Contest 2)

You can win either contest, so we recommend participating in both!

BONUS: Visit https://www.amazon.com/promocode/A3LC5CCIGTQSRT to get 10% off one of the featured Plugable products with code 10PLUGABOLT. Offer valid between March 22 – April 15, 2023. Redeemable for one unit in one checkout.

#Rules

  • 2 winners will be randomly selected from top-level comments that meet the entry requirement.

  • One comment/entry per person.

  • Accounts must be at least 90 days old by October March 1, 2023

  • Entries are open until April 12.

  • Moderators and Intel/Pluggable employees are not eligible to win.

  • Limited to US residents only.

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The_CodeForge t1_jdd44wy wrote

This would reduce my cable clutter and let me battlestation harder.

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semi- t1_jdd7pcb wrote

my existing thunderbolt3 dock runs really hot and I'd love to replace it, having one makes WFH a lot easier.

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averno2000 t1_jdd7zx3 wrote

Definitely need these to clean up the workstation. Great giveaway!!

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Gnarlodious t1_jddrlcq wrote

Recommend Plugable! I have been using a Plugable USB-3 7-port hub in my VW campervan for about 8 years with no trouble! It has been a rock solid performer throughout the heat, dust, vibration and humidity of New Mexico. Runs directly from the DC auxiliary system which can hit almost 15v from the solar panels, but has never burned out from overvoltage. Every port still works but now USB-C adapters are adding to its footprint in an already crowded van. Very impressed with it and when I do upgrade to USB-C I'll definitely be getting a Plugable hub.

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fistful_of_dollars t1_jde7skt wrote

I’m working on some experimental creative audio / video hardware projects and would use a Thunderbolt hub for my prototyping workstation to connect and manage those device controllers .

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hobo11297 t1_jde84g0 wrote

This will help me reduce excess cable clutter and allow me to have more programs open and visible at once

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proscriptus t1_jdezcdv wrote

I *just* had an Anker dock die, I could seriously use a replacement.

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CreepperReaper t1_jdfaxjk wrote

definitely need one for streaming so much equipment to hook up!

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jacobdev123 t1_jdh5rzs wrote

I like how easy it will make going from sittting on the couch working back to my desk where this is set up.

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jmegapac t1_jdjb7w7 wrote

I need this to connect my work equipment!

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350HP t1_jdl5z1r wrote

I would love to win one!

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Perfect_Opinion7909 t1_jdldl6f wrote

Thanks for making this US only /s

How to tell you don’t care about your non-USA customers without telling you don’t care about your non-USA customers.

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brinkofhumor t1_jdlehtj wrote

Right now I use an old dock I picked out of a trash can, so I have to play switch board operator to get everything to work correctly...I would really really like to not do that anymore!

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MushroomBrave5852 t1_jdm3442 wrote

I work from home in the same space my children play computer games. This would definitely reduce clutter.

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barktreep t1_jdo87aj wrote

I have so many computers I would greatly benefit from a dock. Mainly though it would be to make my Mac mini more usable, either when connected to my main display or one of my portable displays if in using it alongside my PC.

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Requiem_4a_Meme t1_jdok04e wrote

Currently have 72 tabs open between 5 different windows. With a Plugable Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 Hub, I would continue to pursue my passion for opening tabs and never revisiting them, without sacrificing memory or processing.

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jlj5237 t1_jdrketp wrote

The dock would help with cable management and declutter my desk which I use for both work and gaming. Having the ability to use multiple monitors easily with my desktop and work laptop is a plus.

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LoneVagabond t1_jdtri09 wrote

The dock and hub would be an excellent addition to my portable work station for my documentary work working with footage! Have been trying to keep things organized and efficient, especially with multiple drives and multiple screens!

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Cha0zz t1_jdty14v wrote

Really could use this to declutter my home office setup!

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ser_friendly t1_jduccnh wrote

Anything to help with cable management would be a god send

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muadib279 t1_jdx5fea wrote

I'm not sure that the giveaway will help my workflow. I would love to find out though!

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sorrytointerruptbut t1_jdxwwza wrote

I have way too many cables. Me and my husband both play pc games, two instances of the game on one monitor. Would be cool to be able to connect another monitor so we both have our own screen.

Two people means two keyboards, two mouses, and two controllers. So many cables.

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Rotflmaocopter t1_jdy67t6 wrote

I need this so I can upgrade to a thunderbolt laptop!

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EZ_LIFE_EZ_CUCUMBER t1_jdzth5b wrote

Hi ... Im art student from Slovakia and I'd love to utilize the ability to to use more projectors from single laptop instead of having multiple laptop setup for artwork installations.

I'd also love to get some advice too since I recently got the old 7x usb hub but Im having trouble getting it to work with displays ... my assumption is that the 3rd party usb 3 to VGA adapters Im using could be the issue. But could be the win 10/11 issue too since I only seen it with win 7/8

Thx for help and prize in the case I win

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notslim1 t1_je0s07h wrote

This would be better than my current Plugable UD-3900 dock and it would allow for maximum entertainment. DVI on the UD-3900 is ok but I need more HDMI and thunderbolt ports!

A 5 monitor set up would be 3 externals and the laptop for my work station and then an HDMI to my TV for the sweet 4K @60hz

Its simple one cable solution to my laptop would make it so easy to unplug and and be mobile when being home is just not an option.

I like my UD-3900 and I know that I would LOVE a new TBT4-UDZ.

Plus I could talk about it on the live shopping show I host every weekday like I do with my current Plugable device!

Good luck everyone! I am excited to hopefully win and review this amazing Plugable TBT4-UDZ!

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halmyradov t1_je25t32 wrote

So I have about 6 or 7 dongles & 1 dock. None of satisfied me, prove me that theres a perfect dock

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dnathan1985 t1_je4twnn wrote

This would making working from home more efficient with less wires and charging blocks

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k1ck4ss t1_je5kjdi wrote

Plugable not available in Germany :-(

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EhEhRon141 t1_je5qzvl wrote

This would be amazing for my home office. I’m looking for a way to get rid of my laptop charger (keep it for emergencies) and have a more permanent solution setup

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Jon_TWR t1_je5r7jo wrote

I work from home and my workspace is nothing but a jumble of cables—this would be a HUGE quality of life improvement for me!

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RunCabbageRun t1_je6q51s wrote

This would be awesome as a student. I would be able to finally attached my external monitors and charge my accessories.

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Thinderbird1723 t1_je6qe2o wrote

This would greatly reduce the ridiculous amount of cables I have running all around my desk and for my dual monitors (been thinking about adding a third)

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protomanzero t1_je8ige8 wrote

As someone who works from home all day on PC and then goes to night school to learn programming on a max this would do wonders for allowing me to keep my sanity with all the cables and wires all over my desk.

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NewUsernamePending t1_je8ke64 wrote

I’ve got a dock, but my dad needs one for his work from home setup I’m making for him.

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illybang t1_je8rgnz wrote

I have always had trouble with cable clutter, from desktop to under my desk. I've been working on it, and this hub would help me clean up my act further. Thanks for the giveaway!

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PappuKaPappa t1_jeakgp8 wrote

As a student who has to often plug and unplug all the peripherals from the laptop everyday, then will reduce a lot of headache

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Briguy520 t1_jebu2qt wrote

This seems pretty awesome. Just plug everything into the dock, and then boom, one wire to switch between devices. Sign me up!

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AutomatonVigor t1_jee0jlm wrote

My USB ports are going out this would be awesome.

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rican_havoc t1_jee7a3h wrote

As a DIT, I encounter lots of hurdles offloading media to different sources. Although Belkin and OWC have some amazing hubs, this one would be a welcome treat to see if it improves iffload times in a more efficient and organized fashion. Thanks!

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ninjatoothpick t1_jeevp8l wrote

I'll be able to stop using 3 laptops for work.

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chicano-man t1_jegpj4g wrote

It’ll help me by helping me in a very helpful way. Hopefully I win.

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lostcosmonaut307 t1_jegt8kn wrote

Could use this to organize the mess of wires on my desk!

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nixpy t1_jeh51ui wrote

As a new dad still trying to get organized into his remote gig, this would be huge for me to be able to try and make my office workable again!

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