The IOGear Access Pro 2-Port USB-C KVM Switch will enable users to share a 4K monitor, keyboard and mouse, as well as other USB-A accessories, between a Mac and an iPad, or a Mac and MacBook. A single cable connection will be required for each computer.
A new twist on an old idea
KVM (Keyboard, Video and Mouse) switches have been around for decades, but IOGear’s takes advantage of the convenience of USB-C. Any computer that uses this connection standard can be connected to the Access Pro.
And this isn’t an Apple-only solution. The switch can be used with Windows PCs, as well as Android tablets and phones. It even supports Samsung DeX.
“KVM switches are an incredibly useful tool for independently operating multiple computers with a single desktop setup. However, since most jobs don’t require the use of two computers, KVMs have generally been considered a niche product,” said Joseph Zhang, Director of Product Management at IOGear. “With our Access Pro USB-C KVM Switch, we’re changing the game and making the KVM something that everybody can benefit from. Not only does the integration of USB-C drastically reduce the number of cables needed to just one per computing device, it has allowed us to expand compatibility to the latest smartphones and tablets, enabling users to maximize productivity by converting mobile devices into powerful desktop computers.”
IOGear Access Pro has all the bells and whistles
Switching between which device is controlling all the accessories is done with a remote.
The external monitor must use an HDMI connection. IOGear’s switch supports up to 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) at 30Hz.
The Access Pro can send up to 75W to a PC or laptop, and up to 10W to a smartphone.
There is a pair of USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 ports that can transfer data at up to 5Gbps.
The Access Pr 2-Port USB-C KVM Switch with Power Delivery will be available online and at major retailers for $199.95 at the end of August.
