Apple did the majority of its customer base a massive favor by increasing the base unified RAM, but you still need to pay a hefty sum on storage upgrades that would otherwise set you back by next to nothing. Take the base M4 Mac mini, for example; it is perhaps one of the best value-focused products from the company, and for $549 on Amazon, no other computer can match its performance in the same price bracket. Unfortunately, while it features 16GB of unified RAM, you get a paltry 256GB SSD, and upgrading that storage to 512GB requires you to spend an additional $180.
Why should you be forced to spend this premium when you can get more ports and storage expansion with the ORICO MiniDock, which not only allows you to flaunt more internal memory but also offers a total of 10 ports to remove any compatibility problems from the table. With the dock properly mounted, the M4 Mac mini is installed vertically, and in this orientation, the company claims that you can save 45 percent of your existing desk space. The starting price of the MiniDock is $67.49 after a 25 percent discount, and you can install any SSD of your choice.
However, if you want to immediately expand the existing capacity on the M4 Mac mini, you can get the 1TB version of ORICO’s MiniDock for $119.99, and it provides insane value compared to what you would have to pay if you chose to pay the ‘Apple tax.’ As for the ports, you get a variety of inputs, ranging from USB-C and USB-A ports that can reach speeds of up to 10Gbps, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, USB-PD support with 100W charging, and more. ORICO is also running a promotion where you can get 30 percent off by using the limited-time code ‘T7BQ2PAA’ when checking out.
Get the M4 Mac mini with 16GB RAM, 256GB storage from Amazon - $549 (8 percent off)
Get the ORICO 9-in-1 MiniDock with no storage from Amazon - $67.49 (25 percent off)
Get the ORICO 9-in-1 MiniDock with 1TB storage from Amazon - $119.99 (20 percent off)
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About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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