Further information about video over USB C
(This applies to
any USB C hub, cable or adapter that features an HDMI, VGA or DP port or plug)
Not all USB C ports are the same. If you want to use the HDMI port on this hub with your USB C device, it's important to understand that your device needs a certain kind of USB C port that can provide video.
How can I check if my device's USB C port supports video before I order?LaptopsCheck your USB C port for one of these symbols:
(DP) or
(Thunderbolt) = ✓ This USB C port supports video.
(data) or
(power) = ✗ These symbols do not show support for video.
- If your USB C port is not labelled with either the DP or Thunderbolt symbol, it is unlikely to support video.
- Most Apple laptops released after 2018 support video over USB C even if the port is not labelled.
PhonesiPhone 15 or newer: ✓
iPhone 14 and older: ✗
Android phones: Check with your manufacturer.
TabletsiPad Pro 12.9-inch (2021 - 5th gen) or newer: ✓
iPad Pro 11-inch (2021 - 3rd gen) or newer: ✓
iPad 10.9-inch (2022 - 10th gen) or newer: ✓
Other iPads: ✗
Android tablets: Check with your manufacturer.
All devicesCheck that the device's manual or support page specifically says
DP (DisplayPort) alt mode,
Thunderbolt or
Video over USB C. If it does not, it is unlikely that your device supports video over USB C. In all cases, check your device's manual or support page if you are not sure. Please only order if you're sure this hub will work in the way you want it to with your device.