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Review on UPTab USB-C to Mini DisplayPort Adapter 4K@60Hz (Graphite), Type C Compatible by Thomas Unruh

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Can be used with Mac Mini 2018 but requires power

I used to have a Mac Mini (pre 2018) with built in Mini DisplayPort connected to a 24" Apple LED Cinema Display. replaces the Mac Mini I still wanted to use the display so I grabbed this adapter and just received it today. I plugged it into one of the Thunderbolt3/USB-C ports on the back of the new Mac Mini and the display is blank. I have then added a USB-C power adapter (I also have a 2016 15" MacBook Pro) and the display started working (as expected) with the power on. Disconnect the power, stop working. My guess is that the Thunderbolt3/USB-C ports on the back of the new MacMini aren't powering the ships in the adapter. (By the way, I also connected the display to a MacBook Pro via an adapter and it worked great without an external power supply.) As for the product itself, the case is quite nice, with etched and polished edges and a deep dark color to match well with the new Mac Mini. I don't often recommend products, but this was a nice addition to my adapter arsenal.

Pros
  • Long range
Cons
  • So-so