Sony Electronics up its benchmark on its USB-C Hub with the introduction of the MRW-S3 – a UHS-II SD/microSD card reader and USB Hub that is indispensable to professional photographers, videographers and creators alike with USB 3.1 Gen 2 and up to 100W USB Power Delivery (USB PD) and HDMI output capability support.

You don't have to worry about carrying numerous adapters or fret about using up ports on your latest PCs with USB Type-C TM ports. The MRW-S3 is a one-stop solution for fast and reliable data transfer in the form of a handy USB Hub.

The MRW-S3 handles everything from high-resolution RAW image files to 4K videos and allows the users to maximize their creativity affording more time to spend on retouching and editing content.

With USB 3.1 Gen 2, the MRW-S3 produces extreme speed for data transfer of up to 1000MB/s approx. This brings out the full speed of each USB device so that professionals can make the most of their high-speed External SSDs like Sony’s SL-M and SL-C TOUGH specification series.

In addition, the MRW-S3 can receive up to 100W USB Power Delivery (USB PD)3 to ensure stable and reliable connections with USB devices. Users can be notified by the USB power level indicators if each port is ready to be connected at max power supply levels, eliminating worries of sudden disconnection due to poor power management.

The MRW-S3 has an HDMI output with 4K 30fps capabilities, to connect to external monitors without the hassle of carrying extra adaptors or sacrificing limited ports on your PC.

The powerful USB Hub has a durable aluminum body with a wave surface to prevent scratches, while the grip makes handling easier than ever, especially when connecting and disconnecting devices. It also has a detachable USB-C to USB-C cable for connecting to the host PC and helps prevent cable damage. This cable also can be used for connecting to USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices or to a USB PD AC adapter up to 100W, thanks to its embedded marker.

Source: Sony press release, Engadget

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