3 clever uses for a USB-C dock that aren't obvious

Laptop docking stations are certainly a niche product, seemingly best suited for corporations where employees use laptops, but also need access to large screens, a proper keyboard, and a mouse when working at a table. I still remember them as the clunky plastic brick you’d snap a fat ThinkPad into, instantly connecting it to an array of beige peripherals. Today, a simple USB-C cable and sleek aluminum slabs have replaced these docks, while the fundamental purpose remains unchanged. For that, it works beautifully, but you should stop to think about how much potential is just left on the table now—literally—because we've switched to USB-C.