Kensington Takes Docking Technology to the Next Level with Launch of Next-Generation Solutions at CES 2024

Kensington, a worldwide leader of desktop computing and mobility solutions for IT, business, and home office professionals, today announced the launch of three new additions to its award-winning portfolio of high-performance docking stations at Pepcom’s Digital Experience! media event at CES 2024. The company also provided a glimpse into upcoming docking technology that will become available in 2H 2024.

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The next-generation Kensington SD5000T5 Thunderbolt 5 Dock supports throughput speeds up to 120Gbps, three times the speed of Thunderbolt 4. The SD5000T5 will support up to two external monitors at 8K @ 60Hz to provide a future-proof solution for multiple monitor setups. Up to 140W of power delivery exceeds the 100W power delivery capability that is commonly available in current docking stations. (Photo: Business Wire)

Three New USB Docking Stations Take Productivity to the Next Level

As one of the first USB-C docks to support up to four external monitors (Quad 4K @ 30Hz), the SD4880P USB-C 10Gbps Quad Video 17-in-1 Driverless Dock supports Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4, and USB-C laptops, enhancing workflow and increasing productivity while promoting a clutter-free workspace. Delivering data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps, the plug-and-play 17-in-1 design features four high-power USB-C and six USB-A ports, two HDMI and two DisplayPort connections, a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port, SD card reader, and a combo audio jack. The cutting-edge dock provides up to 100W dynamic power delivering allowing users to charge connected accessories without requiring a host laptop connection.

Ideal for use in mixed technology environments, versatile SD4781P USB-C & USB-A Dual 4K Docking Station and SD4782P USB-C & USB-A Dual 4K Docking Station support the latest USB-C and legacy USB-A laptops with video, data, and power, powered by DisplayLink, including dual monitor support for MacBook M1/M2/M3 laptops. Both docks support up to two external Ultra HD monitors (4K @ 60Hz) via two HDMI 2.0 and two DP++ 1.2 ports. In addition to a Gigabit Ethernet port and audio combo jack, the docks enable users to connect accessories at speeds up to 10Gbps via one USB-C port and five USB-A ports. Both docks deliver up to 100W to power USB-C laptops, the docking station and connected accessories. The SD4782P includes a 100W Power Splitter to power USB-A laptops.