Mascom International stocks the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter, model LW-C-HDMI-4K, at KSh 2,300, and each piece on our shelf is brand new and sealed. The Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter connects a laptop, tablet or phone with a video-capable USB-C port to any screen with an HDMI input, at resolutions up to 4K. Lightwave is an accessories brand distributed in Kenya, and this adapter is one of its most practical pieces. Find it at our shop in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, where we can test it with your own laptop.
Designed for executives, lecturers, sales teams and university students, the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter handles the moment a presentation meets a projector. Many new laptops have dropped the full-size HDMI socket to stay thin, which leaves owners stuck when a boardroom TV or lecture hall projector only takes HDMI. The adapter fixes that in one plug. A sales manager in Westlands can pitch from a MacBook Air on the client's screen, a Strathmore student can present a group project on the class projector, and a family can watch a laptop film on the living room TV.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell no-name adapters which fail after a few weeks, Mascom International sells the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter with a 6-month warranty and a service desk you can walk into. Buyers throughout Kenya report that a dedicated video adapter is the simplest fix when a laptop has no HDMI socket. If you also need extra USB ports, the Lightwave docking stations cover both jobs. Drop by Kimathi Street to try the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it arrives.
Common Questions About the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter
What is the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter price in Kenya?
The Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter sells for KSh 2,300, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi. The price covers the adapter, a 6-month warranty for manufacturing defects and pay-on-arrival delivery countrywide, payable by M-Pesa or cash. An HDMI cable is sold separately. For KSh 700 more, the Lightwave 9-in-1 USB-C Docking Station at KSh 3,000 adds extra ports in one body. If a screen connection is all you need, the adapter is the simpler and smaller buy.
Will the LW-C-HDMI-4K work with my laptop?
The LW-C-HDMI-4K works with laptops whose USB-C port sends video, a feature called DisplayPort Alt Mode, plus every Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 port. All USB-C MacBooks qualify, as do most Dell XPS, HP EliteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad and recent ultrabooks. Look for a small DisplayPort or lightning-bolt icon beside the port. Some budget laptops have a USB-C socket for charging or data only, and no adapter can draw a picture from those. Bring your laptop to Mascom International and we will confirm it in minutes.
Should I buy the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter or the Lightwave 11-in-1 USB-C Docking Station Silver Series?
Pick the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter at KSh 2,300 when you only need a TV, monitor or projector connection and want something pocket-sized. Pick the Lightwave 11-in-1 USB-C Docking Station Silver Series at KSh 3,200 when you also want USB, card reader or network sockets in the same unit, as docks of that size usually carry. The adapter costs KSh 900 less and suits people who present on the move. The dock suits a fixed office desk. Ask us on WhatsApp for the dock's exact port list.
Can I use the LW-C-HDMI-4K with projectors during presentations in Kenya?
Yes, the LW-C-HDMI-4K connects to any projector with an HDMI input, which covers most units in Kenyan boardrooms, churches and lecture halls today. Older projectors with only a blue VGA socket need a different adapter, so check the back of the projector first. The adapter draws its power from the laptop port, so it keeps working through a KPLC power cut as long as your laptop battery holds and the projector sits on a UPS. Carry it in your laptop bag so you never depend on the venue's cables.
Does the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter carry sound to the TV?
Yes, HDMI carries audio alongside the picture, so films, YouTube and video calls play through the TV or projector speakers. On Windows, pick the TV as the output device from the speaker icon in the taskbar if sound stays on the laptop. On a Mac, choose the TV under Sound in System Settings. This saves carrying a separate speaker to a meeting room. Volume is then controlled from the TV remote, the laptop or both, depending on the screen.
Can I use the LW-C-HDMI-4K with a phone or iPad?
Yes, the LW-C-HDMI-4K works with phones and tablets whose USB-C port outputs video. Many Samsung Galaxy S phones and Galaxy Tab S tablets open DeX, a desktop-style view, on the screen, while iPhone 15 and later models and iPads with USB-C mirror their display. Many budget Android phones do not send video over USB-C at all. Check your model on WhatsApp before you buy, or bring the phone to our Nairobi CBD shop and we will test it with you.
Who should buy the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter, and who should skip it?
Buy the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter if your laptop lacks an HDMI socket and you present, teach or watch films on bigger screens. It suits lawyers, lecturers, estate agents and content creators who need a second display. Skip it if your laptop already has full-size HDMI, since a plain HDMI cable does the job. Skip it too if you need extra USB ports, where the Lightwave 4-in-1 USB-C Hub at KSh 1,100 fits better, or wired internet, where the Lightwave USB-C to RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter is the right tool.
Does the LW-C-HDMI-4K work with a Full HD TV, not just 4K screens?
Yes, the LW-C-HDMI-4K adjusts to whatever screen it meets, so Full HD TVs, office monitors and older projectors all show a clear picture. Your laptop reads the screen's native resolution through HDMI and sets the output to match. The 4K support only matters when the TV or monitor itself is 4K. That means one adapter covers the boardroom projector today and a 4K TV you might buy next year. You can also choose to mirror the laptop screen or extend it as extra space.
Technical Specifications
Core Function
- HDMI output with 4K support — sends a picture up to 4K, which is 3840 by 2160 pixels, to TVs and monitors.
- Lower resolutions supported — the adapter follows the screen, so Full HD TVs and older projectors show a sharp, correctly sized picture.
- Picture and sound together — HDMI carries audio, so films and video calls play through the screen's own speakers.
- Mirror or extend — show the same picture on both screens, or use the second screen as extra working space.
- Plug and play — the laptop detects the new display shortly after connection, with no driver or app to install.
Compatibility
- USB-C ports with video output — called DisplayPort Alt Mode, often marked with a small D-shaped DisplayPort icon beside the port.
- Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 ports — these carry video by design, so the adapter works on Thunderbolt laptops from every major maker.
- MacBook Air and MacBook Pro — every USB-C MacBook sends video through its ports, though some models limit how many screens run.
- iPads with USB-C — mirror the tablet's screen, or show full-screen video from apps that support an external display.
- Phones — many Samsung Galaxy S models open DeX on a monitor, and iPhone 15 and later mirror their screens.
- Charging-only or data-only USB-C ports — common on budget laptops; these cannot show a picture through any video adapter.
Build and Portability
- Compact body — small enough for a shirt pocket or the slot inside a laptop bag, so it travels to every meeting.
- Powered by the laptop port — no separate power adapter or wall socket is needed to run it.
- Light to carry — adds nothing noticeable to the weight of a work bag or school backpack.
- Brand new and sealed — every unit leaves its packaging for the first time at your purchase, never a display piece.
- Zipped-pocket storage — keeps dust and moisture out of the HDMI socket and USB-C plug between uses.
Everyday Use
- Boardroom presentations — connect to the meeting room TV or projector in seconds, without borrowing the venue's cables.
- Teaching and lectures — show slides, documents and videos from a laptop on a classroom projector.
- Home viewing — stream a film or sports match on the laptop and watch it on the living room TV.
- Second desk monitor — keep a spreadsheet on one screen and email or research on the other.
- Display settings — press Windows key plus P on Windows, or open Displays in System Settings on a Mac, to choose mirror or extend.
Inclusions
- The Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter in sealed retail packaging, opened in front of you on request.
- HDMI cable sold separately, with lengths for desks and meeting rooms available at Mascom International.
- No driver disc, because video over USB-C needs no software on current systems.
- A 6-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use.
- In-store testing with your own laptop before payment, so you see the picture before you pay.
Package Contents
Inside the sealed Lightwave box you get the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter itself, brand new and ready to plug in. There is no driver disc, since none is required. The adapter has an HDMI socket rather than a fixed cable, so you will need an HDMI cable to reach the TV or projector; Mascom International sells these in several lengths at the same counter. We are happy to open the packaging with you in store and check the picture with your laptop before you pay.
Warranty
The Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter carries a 6-month warranty from Mascom International covering manufacturing defects under normal use, such as a picture or sound fault caused by the adapter itself. Keep your receipt and bring the adapter to our Nairobi CBD service desk on Kimathi Street for any claim.
Buying the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter from Mascom International
You can buy the Lightwave USB-C to HDMI 4K Adapter at our shop in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring the laptop or phone you plan to use and we will connect it in front of you. Colour stock changes, so message us to confirm what is on the shelf today.
To order or ask a question, contact us here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Every order ships pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, while Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and other major towns get delivery the next business day, in time for that presentation. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your adapter is covered by the 6-month warranty above. Our promise is simple: clear, honest specifications, the price you see is the price you pay, and real after-sales help from a team you can visit in person.
