Photographers and video editors using a MacBook with only two native display outputs can now run three 4K monitors without resorting to expensive eGPUs or DisplayLink lag.
To understand the value, let's benchmark the Jstarkan DS13 Pro ($149) against market leaders: jstarkan new
| Feature | Jstarkan New (DS13 Pro) | CalDigit TS4 ($399) | Anker 778 ($199) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Ports | 13 | 18 | 12 | | 8K Support | Yes (HDMI 2.1) | No (DP1.4 only) | No | | SD Card Reader | UHS-II (312MB/s) | UHS-II | UHS-I (95MB/s) | | Host Cable | Detachable (1m) | Detachable (0.8m) | Fixed (0.5m) | | Software Control | Yes (Hub Manager) | No | Basic | | Price | $149 | $399 | $199 | Photographers and video editors using a MacBook with
The verdict: The jstarkan new series sits in the "goldilocks zone"—more features than Anker, 60% cheaper than CalDigit, with better video support than both. It’s focused on performance, small bundle size, and
jstarkan is a compact JavaScript toolkit designed to simplify common front-end tasks without the size and complexity of larger frameworks. It’s focused on performance, small bundle size, and an easy API that pairs well with existing libraries or vanilla JS projects.