Has anybody out there actually tried one of these gadgets:Bidul SUSBHub 4in1 5Port Hub for Microsoft Surface Pro and Surface RT - Best Buy If they are really dependable, they could be a very handy thing. I oreered one with my Rewars Zone points from Best Buy but it hasn't gotten here yet.
Bidul - S-USBHub 4-in-1 5-Port Hub for Microsoft Surface Pro and Surface RT
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TwiggyShip
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I ordered one shortly after buying my SP2 last month and it's served me well. Like GoodBytes said, it is designed for the original Surface RT's USB port placement so on newer model Surface tablets it will cover the volume-down button, but it's not awful. You can always turn the volume down from the screen itself.
I find it very handy when turning my SP2 into a desktop - with the Bidl inserted, I can add on a mouse, DVD drive and external storage. I find this useful for when I'm installing PC games and the like onto my Surface.
Of course, the same can be done with the Surface Pro 2 Docking Station, but those are rare as a silver Yu-Gi-Oh! card these days and can only be found on eBay... although I am starting to become severely tempted to shell out just that little bit extra for one...
But in summary, this little device is perfect for turning your SP2 into a desktop when on-the-go. Even if I do buy a Docking Station, that will remain firmly at home. Should I need more ports, I can bring this handy little pocket-sized device with me wherever I go, along with whatever I'd need to plug into it.
I find it very handy when turning my SP2 into a desktop - with the Bidl inserted, I can add on a mouse, DVD drive and external storage. I find this useful for when I'm installing PC games and the like onto my Surface.
Of course, the same can be done with the Surface Pro 2 Docking Station, but those are rare as a silver Yu-Gi-Oh! card these days and can only be found on eBay... although I am starting to become severely tempted to shell out just that little bit extra for one...
But in summary, this little device is perfect for turning your SP2 into a desktop when on-the-go. Even if I do buy a Docking Station, that will remain firmly at home. Should I need more ports, I can bring this handy little pocket-sized device with me wherever I go, along with whatever I'd need to plug into it.
benjitek
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OK thanks, hadn't realized this accessory would slow the USB speed capabilities so much -- which would be fine for a mouse or something, but not my USB 3.0 external hard drive :-(
Seneleron
Active Member
Unless you're writing huge chunks of data to the drive every single time you plug it in you won't notice a difference. I have an inexpensive passive 2.0 4 port splitter I use on the go, and no issues with accessing data or playing HD movies. Copying across 3.0 USB devices. . well. . I have a powered 3.0 hub for that, or I just deal with the slightly longer transfer times.
benjitek
Active Member
It's great you're able to 'settle' -- I wouldn't be though, I'll just wait for a USB 3.0 version ;-)
Dear All,
Bidul & Co launch the Hub S-USBHub 4in1 USB 3.0
You can find it on Best Buy or on Amazon.com
The product just get the Agreement "Designed for Surface"
Thanks for your support,
If you have any troubles, our want to exchange about your experience with our products, please feel free to contact me.
Alain
Bidul & Co launch the Hub S-USBHub 4in1 USB 3.0
You can find it on Best Buy or on Amazon.com
The product just get the Agreement "Designed for Surface"
Thanks for your support,
If you have any troubles, our want to exchange about your experience with our products, please feel free to contact me.
Alain
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