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Originally Posted by paultzirides
Carlo, what about power? As I understand it, the USB-C port will allow power into the laptop while data flows in/out. I was hoping for DL dock > Apple Multi-port adapter > 12" MacBook. The issues are that I will need to use the laptop for many hours while "docked", and I need to make sure that I don't run out of juice halfway through. Additionally, the locations in which I use the DL docks both require a wired network connection for stability. Currently, I have a DL dock > MacBook Air, which works flawlessly. If the issues are minimal/negligible on the 12" MacBook, then I really won't worry about picking one up if my employer will spring for it.
If the issues will impact work or make using that setup unstable, then it seems like I may need to stick with my MacBook Air until these issues get sorted out, since I really do need the absolute lightest Mac I can get my hands on that is DL-capable (with all the bells and whistles).
Either way, I feel like the DL team has really done a phenomenal job of getting DisplayLink functioning on Macs with close to 100% parity to Windows. Great job.
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Hi Paul,
Thank you for your support. Unfortunately there is still much to do to get where we'd like to be. Unfortunately it's not all in our control.
About the type-C I see the problem, I think the best solution would be a USB-C dock with power delivery and DisplayLink. So you can also save the eye-watering cost of the multiport adapter.
The first docks with power and DL over type-C are going to be available this May as far as I know, but I can't recommend any specific brand.
Regards,
Carlo