The Node is our first foray into external GPUs, but its a strong start with a budget-friendly solution that with a few tweaks could be the best bang for your buck. AKiTiO has been a designer, OEM, and ...

The original Akitio Node was the first external graphics box that came with a Mac-compatible Thunderbolt 3 chipset. Hence, it was recognized by macOS without needing to rely on hacks like previous ...

The 2016 MacBook Pro has endured criticism for its lack of I/O ports, but what that it does have — two or four Thunderbolt 3 ports based on your configuration — has lots of potential. For example, ...

The Akitio Node external GPU cabinet is here to give your Thunderbolt 3-equipped laptop a big boost. This affordable unit—basically, a big steel box with a 400-watt PSU and a fan in front—lets you ...

Longtime Mac accessory vendor OWC today announced that it has acquired Akitio, maker of popular professional-level external storage solutions focused on Thunderbolt 3. Akitio also offers a number of ...

The graphics card is on Akitio's HCL, but I'm not sure about the motherboard. First was a Razer Core X. I'm using an Akitio Node Titan now. The instructions for the Node Titan are a lot more ...

If your Mac needs a bit of a boost, there are ways to add features without resorting to buying a whole new desktop or notebook. AppleInsider lists some of the bigger upgrades for your Mac launched at ...

This is about as good as it gets in external storage, with a full x16 PCIe slot, bold red looks, and a DisplayPort output. Sold in this iteration with the wonderfully fast and long-lived Intel 905P ...

After seeing this guide I have renewed hope in finally having a highly mobile laptop that can also satisfy my occasional gaming habit: Is anyone out there keeping tabs on what is probably the best GPU ...

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