# Port Expansion Monitor Stands The ProBASE Stand Acts as a Base for Your Monitor and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-06-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/probase-stand References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/aluminum-monitor-stand/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/127482223/probase-stand-brings-simplicity-back-to-your-desk) The ProBASE Stand works to provide you with a stylish unit for placing your monitor onto, while also offering a series of added functions that make it ideal for the avid computer user. Stylishly designed from aluminum, the stand offer space below where you can slide your keyboard and mouse after you have finished working for the moment or day to keep your workstation looking trim. The ProBASE Stand offers a USB-C port along with a 4K HDMI port in order to connect your computer, charge your various devices and much more. Four additional USB ports are incorporated into the design in order to make it possible for you to keep everything plugged in without having to have them all physically connected to your laptop. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multi-functional Monitor Stands:** New monitor stand designs incorporate additional functions to enhance user experience. - **USB-C Connectivity:** The incorporation of USB-C ports in monitor stands allows for easy connection and charging of devices. - **Streamlined Workstations:** Monitor stands with space-saving features help create organized and aesthetically pleasing work environments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Computer Hardware:** Innovative monitor stand designs present opportunities for computer hardware manufacturers to create versatile and functional products. - **Office Furniture:** The demand for stylish and space-saving monitor stands opens up opportunities for office furniture companies to provide innovative workstations solutions. - **Consumer Electronics:** The integration of USB-C and multiple ports in monitor stands creates opportunities for consumer electronics manufacturers to develop interconnected device solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Port Hub Monitor Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/docking-station-monitor-stand.md) - [Peripheral-Powering Display Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaydeer-monitor-stand.md) - [Detachable Hub Laptop Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-hub-stand-pro.md) - [Port Hub Monitor Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humanscale-mconnect-2.md) - [Multifunctional Productivity Monitor Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monitor-stand-and-hub.md) - [Dual-Display Desktop Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ivanky-docking-station-pro.md) - [Dock-Equipped Monitor Mount](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergoav.md) - [Port-Packed Technology Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dock-stand.md) - [Port-Equipped Connectivity Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usbc-docking-monitor.md)