I am designing a battery + hub for the rMB and I need your help

[Mattymoocow]

I feel like this product that i found on Kickstarter solves your issue more directly, The KADi Port https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/714748206/the-kadi-port-a-macbook-essential

The KADI looks ok, but i think that the Hub+ is a better choice. I'm still surprised that no one has designed an AC adaptor with the all the ports built into it.

 

[Queen6]

What does Voltus compare to with highly portability ports like The KADi Port presented on Kickstarter?

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/714748206/the-kadi-port-a-macbook-essential

Presently there are 3 contenders on Kickstarter, that offer expanded connectivity and other features

1. Voltus: First and for most an external rapid charge power solution, while away from the mains supply for extended periods, that also offers port expansion; USB C passthrough, USB C out & USB 3 A type ports.
Downside by nature larger capacity batteries incur bulk & additional weight

2. KADI: solely port expansion, data, video & power.
Downside as the Kadi mimics the Retina MacBook`s svelte profile, I can see some USB plugs etc. may place strain and or force the Kadi up off the desk, requires a further adaptor for HDMI.

3. Hub+: port expansion, data, video & power with ability to charge a smartphone etc
Downside not too much really as a port expansion hub, however Hub+ requires a further adaptor for HDMI.

Hub+ & KADI are very similar being primarily expansion hubs, Voltus will keep your Retina MacBook up and running while in the field and or traveling, additionally offering USB expansion.

Q-6

 

[voltus]

Presently there are 3 contenders on Kickstarter, that offer expanded connectivity and other features

1. Voltus: First and for most an external rapid charge power solution, while away from the mains supply for extended periods, that also offers port expansion; USB C passthrough, USB C out & USB 3 A type ports.
Downside by nature larger capacity batteries incur bulk & additional weight

2. KADI: solely port expansion, data, video & power.
Downside as the Kadi mimics the Retina MacBook`s svelte profile, I can see some USB plugs etc. may place strain and or force the Kadi up off the desk, requires a further adaptor for HDMI.

3. Hub+: port expansion, data, video & power with ability to charge a smartphone etc
Downside not too much really as a port expansion hub, however Hub+ requires a further adaptor for HDMI.

Hub+ & KADI are very similar being primarily expansion hubs, Voltus will keep you Retina MacBook up and running while in the field and or traveling, additionally offering USB expansion.

Q-6

Great summary!