Griffin Technology has announced a rolling cart-style, scaleable power, syncing and storage solution for multiple iOS devices called the MultiDock. Based on a steel enclosure with a footprint smaller than a laptop, the unit delivers charging ability in each of its 10 charging bays and features a single USB port at the base to connect the entire stand to a computer for syncing. Each iOS device is simply connected via its usual 30-pin dock cable.
Aimed at companies that have deployed iOS devices, classrooms, museums, technology labs and other areas where movable storage of multiple iOS devices is needed, the MultiDock provides an efficient way to keep devices charged, synced and secured when not in use. The bays are large enough to support iPads in cases (as long as the dock connector is available), and up to three MultiDocks can be connected together via the included USB hub that connects them all to a Mac host computer via a single USB connection for a total of 30 devices.
Griffin also sells replacement dock cables, protective cases and a laptop stand for the top of the unit. The MultiDock itself can be ordered as a single 10-bay unit ($700) or in multiples of two or three (up to $1800). The MultiDock is available now directly from Griffin.
