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Hyper, maker of a wide range of computing accessories, announced a handful of new products today at CES, including the much-anticipated TrackPad Pro, a premium haptic standalone touchpad for Windows that's wireless.
Hyper also announced a USB4 M.2 PCIe enclosure supporting NVMe SSDs and PCIe modules via USB4 at speeds of 64bps in an aluminum enclosure for thermal performance.
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As well as three different solid state power banks with Qi2 wireless charging, up to 10,000 mAh capacity, and FindMy support for some next-gen charging capabilities on MagSafe compatible smartphones.
Hands-on with Hyper Trackpad Pro
I went hands-on with the TrackPad Pro earlier this year and found it to fill a gap in the market as a premium, highly customizable trackpad for Windows, targeting creatives, programmers, or everyday users who prefer using gestures on either a laptop or desktop.
The result is a device that lacks distinct parallels on the market, particularly at this level of hardware. It features a 240Hz report rate for mouse-level accuracy, powered by multiple layers of click haptics. Its slanted design comes equipped with smart palm rejection, allowing users to rest their hand on it without making the cursor go haywire.
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The power is unlocked with the associated Hydra Connect software, which allows the user to go as deep as they want with customizable gestures and smart actions, each tied to different functions in a list of supported apps.
In terms of connectivity, it couldn't be simpler: there's one USB-C port positioned on the top of the device where it can be charged or used with a wired connection. Fully charged, you can expect a full month of battery life.
The TrackPad Pro will be available in late Q1 of 2026, priced at $129.
HyperDrive USB4 M.2 PCIe enclosure
The HyperDrive Next USB4 M.2 PCIe enclosure is an interesting accessory. it's designed to house SSDs and PCIe modules for fast data transfers, ideal for AI and machine learning accelerators, without any drop off. Installation is super easy. All you have to do is pop open the top and slide the drive into the slot until it clicks into place.
One of the issues with NVMe SSDs is that they can run really hot. To address that, Hyper's enclosure has been designed with an aluminum chassis with ridges that increase the device's surface area for better passive cooling. Also, the company includes thermal pads that sit directly on the drive to draw heat away.
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The enclosure supports a wide range of M.2 sizes, including 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280, giving users flexibility beyond high-capacity drives. On the front are two Thunderbolt ports: one for data transfer and the other for external power delivery up to 25W.
The HyperDrive Next USB4 M.2 PCIe enclosure is on sale for $200, but buyers should double check system requirements before purchasing. Windows 11 users, for example, will need a PC with a Thunderbolt 4 port. Not every computer supports this standard. If you try connecting it to a non-supporting PC, it will not read the enclosure properly.
Solid state Qi2 chargers
Hyper's solid state power banks exchange the liquid electrolyte chemistry found in most portable power banks for for solid materials that run cooler, are less prone to overheating, and charge faster when paired with Qi2 and Qi2.2 technology.
Hyper is releasing one 5,000 mAh Qi2 power bank for $49, a 10,000 mAh for $59, and a third version in both varieties with support for Apple's Find My (and a handy kickstand to prop your phone up while it's charging) for $79.
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