This Mac Mini M4 docking station adds seven ports - and up to 8TB storage - to Apple's gorgeous mini PC, but I am not sure why it has 3, yes 3, memory card readers

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Includes HDMI, USB Type-C, and 3.5 mm jack connectivity
NVMe transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps
The first shipments have already begun

RayCue has introduced a new docking station designed specifically for Apple’s latest Mac mini powered by M4 and M4 Pro processors.

This compact dock enhances the already versatile mini-PC by adding seven ports and the ability to expand storage by up to 8TB using an NVMe SSD.

While the RayCue device brings practical upgrades, its inclusion of three separate memory card readers raises questions about their utility.

A compact solution for expanded connectivity

The RayCue dock offers an array of ports, including HDMI with support for 4K at 60 Hz, USB 3.2 Type-A and Type-C for high-speed data transfer up to 10 Gbps, a USB Type-C charging port, and a 3.5 mm audio jack.

The dock also features an M.2 2280 slot, which allows users to add up to 8TB of external SSD storage. Both NVMe and SATA III SSDs are supported, with transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps for NVMe and 6 Gbps for SATA drives.

However, one of the dock’s most puzzling design decisions is its inclusion of three separate memory card readers: one MicroSD and two SD slots. While card readers are useful for photographers, videographers, and other creatives, it’s unclear why the dock offers two SD slots alongside the MicroSD reader.

The RayCue dock is priced at $99. Pre-orders began shipping on December 15, making it one of the first third-party accessories available for Apple’s latest Mac mini.

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