Written on January 2, 2009 – 7:34 am | by Maria Mihale |
If you’re acquainted with devices like USB hubs, then you must know that they are helpful devices that allow you to connect USB devices to a single USB port which is placed either on the host computer or on another hub.



Similar to the USB memory sticks, which I’m sure you also know very well about, the USB hubs are commercialized in various shapes, maybe because people are satisfied more with gadgets that are well shaped. After all, let’s be honest, we’re superficial enough to pay attention to the “silhouette” of things that we use on regular basis more than to their features and the functionality itself.

And if there are two many USB gadgets surrounding you, then you might need a brand new USB hub, which is useful even when you don’t want to waste your time at the back of your personal computer where to find an available USB port to plug your numerous devices into.



So, if you need a solution to such a problem, then the tiny Pocket 4 USB 2.0 hub might be what you are looking for. This Wheel USB Hub features an integrated connector and 4 ports which are fully compliant not only with USB 1.1 devices, but also with the USB 2.0 ones. The data transfer rate is up to 480 Mbps and has a LED power indicator.

Measuring 64 x 14 millimeters, while the cord is 75 centimeters long, and weighing 84 grams, the USB 4 Port Hub requires the following system specifications: Windows 98 and Mac OS 9.1 or newer versions, Linux 2.4 or above and USB Ver 1.1 / 2.0. The device is available on SourcingMap.com and can be yours for $7.79.

(Source: coolest-gadgets.com)