Special to this model are holes in the cradle that line up with the MacBook's side intake vents, as well as a rear slot for escaping hot air, allowing for optimal air flow even while under heavy load. But you have to be very careful and not force putting the computer in, as there is enough wiggle room that you have to insert your Macbook directly in. This configuration means there are a few wires, and the laptop stand has a pretty big footprint, cutting into the available desk space. Even with the most demanding of tasks, including video editing or playing games - the Henge Docks Vertical Docking Station is your perfect partner for enjoying all the pleasures of a desktop computer - all from a laptop device. Turn your MacBook Pro 13" with Retina Display into a more traditional desktop computer with the Henge Docks Vertical Docking Station.

That exposed MagSafe connector and cable detracts a bit from the overall sleek look of the setup, but it was probably the right choice given that users will always be connected to a monitor, but have the option of ditching the power cable virtually all day if they wish (thanks to the 13-inch MacBook Air’s 12-hour battery life). Apple’s design puts power and Thunderbolt --which serves as the 13-inch MacBook Air’s video out-- on two different sides of the laptop. The Henge Docks Clique is a white plastic keyboard tray that integrates Apple’s Wireless Keyboard and Magic Trackpad into a single accessory. It optimizes time, making travel or downtime productive, and seamlessly integrates work with personal activities for a healthier work-life balance. The Marshall Mid ANC headphones sport the classic design Marshall is known for, but now feature active noise cancelation, a first for the company.Stay ensures that your windows are always where you want them to be, even as you connect and disconnect displays. The Henge Gravitas docking system is also designed to be fully compatible with all iPad generations. To use the MacBook Pro while in clamshell mode, that is with the screen closed, the laptop needs to be connected to a power outlet. With push-button docking and undocking, the Horizontal Docking Station sets a new standard in convenience and versatility.

Users can choose which connections they need, allowing greater flexibility, making docking and undocking very easy. One of Henge Docks' strengths has always been cable management and the new made-for-Retina dock continues that heritage with cable-appropriate plastic adapter tabs for MagSafe cords and a new built-in routing system. The included pass-through cables ensure that you can connect your devices and accessories with ease without having to reach around the back of the docking station to locate a port. This keeps your desk clear of unsightly cables, while ensuring all of your required external devices are connected.

That said, once you’ve setup the dock with the dongles, it’s a simple enough matter to detach and re-attach the laptop when you wish – and even easier if you pair the Stone with Henge’s Vertical Dock (more on which later in this review). Frees up space– A vertical docking station can free up space on a crowded desk while keeping the wires from tangling over the table.