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You spend countless hours in front of the television in your living room. It’s a natural gathering place for the family and a welcome sanctuary when all your errands and chores are finally done. It’s also the place you escape to to watch Seinfeld reruns when the world won’t give you a break. To that end, you should have the best TV headquarters you can afford, and when it comes to affordability, we’re always ready to talk about UGREEN gadgets.
For those who don’t know, UGREEN is a consumer technology company specializing in USB cables, chargers, docking stations and several other add-ons. Although their products are traditionally associated with phones, tablets and computers, you can also outfit your TV with UGREEN hardware. So we’ve selected five UGREEN devices that can upgrade your 65-inch OLED or Mini LED, but we need to clarify what we mean by “upgrade.”
None of these products will increase the resolution or refresh rate of your TV. What they will do is allow you to wirelessly mirror your laptop’s screen and provide a safe and efficient power hub for your TV and other AV components (among other things). There’s a lot to unpack, so let’s get straight to our first selection.
UGREEN Wireless USB-C Transmitter and HDMI Receiver
Workplace presentations can be a challenge if you’re stuck with Windows or Linux hardware. Both operating systems can be set up for wireless screen mirroring to a compatible TV or projector, but it’s not as simple or as intuitive as Apple AirPlay. To that end, we recommend the $100 UGREEN Wireless USB-C Transmitter and HDMI Receiver. Plug-and-play is the name of the game with this combo; this means you don’t need to install any drivers or specialist software to get everything up and running.
This UGREEN bundle includes all the cables you need to connect the transmitter and receiver; you will just need to provide your own USB-A power adapter. The combo delivers up to 1080p/60Hz and has a range of 164 feet, which is perfect for conference rooms and classrooms. It also works over 5GHz Wi-Fi for improved visuals and reduced latency, and supports expanded and mirrored display options. Keep in mind that your host device, whether laptop or desktop, must support DisplayPort Alt mode for this UGREEN combo to work properly.
Amazon shoppers have rated this product 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on over 240 user reviews. People love how easy this UGREEN combo is to use; one user tried the product with three different configurations, and all three worked without a hitch. Unfortunately, there have been a few reports that the hardware was hot, causing the transmission to drop out. Our best advice: keep the transmitter and receiver in an open space and don’t use the combo for hours.
UGREEN 20 in 1 GaN Surge Protector (65 Watt)
You can’t put a price on a solid surge protector, but UGREEN has built a great one that won’t bankrupt the household. The $70 UGREEN 20-in-1 GaN Surge Protector has AC outlets (16x) and USB ports (2x USB-C, 2x USB-A) and offers up to 1,875 watts of protection. Since most TVs require between 60 and 100 watts of power, you will be able to have a wide range of AV components at the same time as the OLED in your living room.
UGREEN is a leading specialist in gallium nitride (GaN) engineering, and this GaN surge protector provides efficient power while protecting against voltage spikes, short circuits and other power anomalies. We like that the USB-C ports produce up to 65 watts when used individually; modern iPhones and fast-charging Android devices will definitely benefit. The product is even certified by the FCC, TÜV and SGS.
What are people’s voices on this one? The Amazon score is 4.5 stars out of 5, based on over 25 reviews. A 4-star review made a good point: Because the AC outlets are angled, the UGREEN 20-in-1 easily accommodates power supplies for TV equipment like soundbars and games consoles. We should also mention that only 8 of the 16 AC outlets are grounded, so just be careful what equipment you plug into these connections.
UGREEN NAS-DH2300 (2 bays)
Remote access to your personal media is the basis of platforms like iCloud and Dropbox, but most cloud storage providers charge a subscription fee. If you prefer to create and maintain your own media inventory, look no further than the $270 UGREEN NAS-DH2300. This two-bay network attached storage (NAS) device supports up to 64TB of storage and connects to your router via Gigabit Ethernet. Once you download the UGREEN NAS app for your phone, tablet or streaming/smart TV device, you will be able to access photos, videos, audio and a range of document files.
For home theater enthusiasts, the NAS-DH2300 makes an excellent movie archive; you should be able to store up to 2,000 4K UHD movies (assuming files are between 15 and 30 GB). The DH2300 also offers end-to-end encryption and allows you to share NAS access with friends, family and colleagues. However, the interface doesn’t support Wi-Fi, so you’ll need to keep it wired to your router. As with any other NAS hardware on the market, you will need to supply your own hard drives or SSDs; UGREEN only provides the case and user interface.
On Amazon, the NAS-DH2300 has a 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on over 690 user reviews. Most people find NAS easy to set up and packed with useful features. One reviewer even used the built-in HDMI port to view family photos directly on a TV. Another user praised the product’s AI facial recognition, but felt the 4GB of non-expandable RAM was a bit limiting for 4K media playback.
UGREEN 8K@60Hz HDMI Switch (5 in 1 out)
Most new TVs include two to four HDMI ports, but depending on the brand and model you purchased, some or all of these inputs may not be HDMI 2.1 certified. It’s not the biggest deal in the world, but what if you own a ton of HDMI 2.1 components (e.g. gaming consoles, streaming devices, 4K Blu-ray player)? Fortunately, the $70 UGREEN 8K@60Hz HDMI Switch has five certified HDMI 2.1 outputs; Simply connect the box to one of the HDMI 2.1 ports on your TV.
Even if your TV already has four 2.1 ports (the usual maximum for an HDMI TV), integrating the UGREEN HDMI switcher can give you up to eight 2.1 inputs. This is especially great for hardcore gamers who want to connect all of their modern consoles at once. It’s also a neat way to free up your TV’s HDMI ARC/eARC port if you need to connect a soundbar or AV receiver. The switch also comes with a remote control, so you won’t need to go to the box every time you want to change the input.
What does the Amazon public have to say? Mostly good things. This UGREEN product has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on over 680 reviews. We’ve read a few reports of intermittent signal loss, but it’s hard to tell if reviewers were using up-to-date HDMI hardware and cables. Keep in mind, however, that this switch maxes out at 40Gbps, instead of the typical 48Gbps cutoff for HDMI 2.1.
UGREEN HiTune Max5s Wireless Headphones
Which consumer technology company doesn’t make a pair of noise-cancelling headphones these days? Although UGREEN is best known for its chargers, docks, and other tech accessories, they are also behind the $60 UGREEN HiTune Max5s wireless earbuds. Frankly, these active noise cancellation (ANC) cans have no business being this good. They were also marked down to $45 when we wrote about them. ANC headphones offering up to 74 hours of battery life (with ANC enabled) and LDAC support for this price are unheard of.
It’s not your ordinary ANC, either: UGREEN uses a three-step adaptive system that you can customize in the free companion app. The software also gives you access to multiple audio presets, dual-device connectivity, and on-off switches for LDAC and spatial audio. Conveniently, these UGREEN over-ears also support wired USB-C audio if your TV or home theater equipment isn’t Bluetooth compatible. If so, you may also need a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter; Luckily, UGREEN even makes one.
Amazon shoppers gave the headphones 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on more than 140 reviews. Most reviewers favor these UGREEN headphones, and most people like their balanced sound and overall comfort. Are these the best ANC headphones ever? Absolutely not, but for less than $100, you’ll be hard-pressed to find something this good from a brand other than Soundcore (Anker’s sub-label is known for its budget-friendly ANC products).
