BluHub, an innovative desktop gadget combining a Blu-ray writer, USB hub, and card reader, seeks crowdfunding to serve users needing legacy media access in a laptop-dominated world, with shipping expected in late 2026.
BluHub is an unusually ambitious piece of desktop hardware: a single device that combines an external Blu-ray writer, a USB hub and a card reader. The design pairs an aluminium body with a top-opening disc bay and a second slide-out tray, giving it the look of a compact mechanical showpiece rather than a plain accessory. According to coverage by Yanko Design and New Atlas, the unit supports Blu-ray, DVD and CD read and write functions, while also adding four USB 3.0 ports plus SD and microSD slots.
The appeal is not just novelty. As laptops lose built-in optical drives, users who still need to access physical media have fewer straightforward options. Tom’s Hardware reported that the campaign has drawn strong backing, reflecting a wider resurgence of interest in preserving discs, installers and archived content. The device also speaks to a practical problem: handling legacy media when files need to be copied, consolidated or moved before ageing discs become unreadable.
BluHub’s optical side is rated at up to 6x write speed, and Sing Tao Daily noted support for 100GB BD-R media. The product runs on bus power and is described as compatible with multiple operating systems, making it easier to place on a crowded desk without an additional power brick. Early pledge pricing has been set at $59, with shipping planned for November 2026, although retail pricing is expected to be higher once the crowdfunding phase ends, according to Tom’s Hardware and BackerClub.
That said, buyers should treat it as a campaign rather than a finished retail product. Like many crowdfunded hardware projects, delivery timing and final specifications can still change. For anyone hoping to back up old discs or replace a missing optical drive, BluHub is a neat answer to a very specific problem , but it is still only a promise until production begins.
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