# Data-Storing Computer Hubs The 'Dockcier' Thunderbolt 3 Hub and External SSD Drive is All-in-One By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-05-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/external-ssd-drive References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/thunderbolt-3-hub-and-external-ssd-drive-26-05-2022/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dockcier/dockcier-a-thunderbolt-3-dock-with-8tb-storage-boost)  The 'Dockcier' [Thunderbolt 3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minisopuru) hub and external SSD drive is an all-in-one peripheral for users to incorporate onto their desktop when seeking out a way to optimize charging and more. The device supports dual 8K output and will provide 100W Power Delivery access to seamlessly charge up laptops or devices. A 15W wireless charging pad is built into the top portion of the unit to further extend charging capabilities. The device also features an [array of ports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multiport-adapter) including Ethernet, two USB-A, one USB-C, HDMI and two Thunderbolt 3 ports to make it ready for expanding connectivity capacities. The 'Dockcier' Thunderbolt 3 hub and external SSD drive also offers up to 8TB of storage space to extend computer capabilities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **All-in-one Computer Hubs:** An opportunity for disruptive innovation in the computer hardware industry by creating increasingly versatile and extensive external devices. - **Dual 8K Output Display:** An opportunity for disruptive innovation in the display technology industry by creating high-quality, high-resolution external devices that offer dual display output capabilities. - **Wireless Charging Pads:** An opportunity for disruptive innovation in the technology industry by creating wireless charging capabilities that increase the convenience of charging for users across multiple devices. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Hardware:** An opportunity for disruptive innovation in the computer hardware industry by creating increasingly versatile and extensive external devices for storage and connectivity. - **Display Technology:** An opportunity for disruptive innovation in the display technology industry by creating high-quality, high-resolution external devices that offer dual display output capabilities. - **Wireless Charging:** An opportunity for disruptive innovation in the technology industry by creating wireless charging capabilities that increase the convenience of charging for users across multiple devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [SSD-Integrated USB Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satechi-hybrid-multiport-adapter.md) - [SSD-Equipped Computer Hub Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invzi-maghub-2.md) - [14-in-One Connectivity Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acuce-a10-pro.md) - [Productivity Support Docking Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desktop-docking-station.md) - [16TB-Equipped Laptop Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-dual-nvme-thunderbolt-dock.md) - [Unified Connectivity Port Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderbolt-4-dock.md) - [Pocket-Sized Connectivity Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperdrive-usb4-mobile-dock.md) - [High-Bandwidth Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderbolt-5-cubedock.md) - [High-Bandwidth Connectivity Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satechi-thunderbolt-4-multimedia-pro-dock.md)