Apple’s iPads have advanced to the point that many people use them as laptop replacements. If you are using your iPad like a computer, you’ll likely need a USB hub — which can also be useful even if you’re not using your tablet like a laptop — because it can expand the one port that comes with your iPad into several.
There are many choices for USB-C hubs, and if you’re using a newer iPad with a USB-C port, a great option is the HyperDrive 6-in-1 USB-C Hub. The aluminum device can lock cleanly onto the side of your iPad and comes with a 60W USB-C power delivery port to keep your tablet charged, as well as a USB-A port, 3.5-millimeter audio jack, 4K 60Hz HDMI output, and MicroSD and SD card slots. You can easily access and transfer data with this hub or hook your iPad to a 4K display.
The HyperDrive 6-in-1 USB-C Hub has a list price of $99 on the Hyper website when they are in stock, but it can also be found on Amazon. It would be nice if it had a few more USB slots — USB-A may be outdated, but it’s still very common. Also, if one USB-C port is being used for power delivery, it would be nice to have an additional one. But, even without the extras, the hub still gives you a lot of what you’ll need and can be an essential iPad accessory.
