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UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader | USB-A and USB-C Plugs | SD and microSD Slots | 5Gbps USB 3.0 | Gray
Pull photos, footage and documents off camera memory onto any laptop, phone or tablet without hunting for an adapter.
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The UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader is available at Mascom International for KSh 1,500, brand new and sealed, with a USB-A 3.0 plug and a USB-C 3.0 plug on one gray body. It reads full-size SD cards and microSD cards through two dedicated slots, at USB 3.0 speeds of up to 5Gbps. UGREEN built it for people who move files between older laptops and newer USB-C machines every week. You can collect the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader from our store at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for pay-on-arrival delivery.
Built for photographers, content creators, journalists and university students across Kenya, the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader solves a common headache. A wedding shooter in Westlands fills an SD card on a camera, then finds the client's MacBook has only USB-C ports. A JKUAT student needs to copy a project from a phone's microSD card onto a lab desktop that only takes USB-A. One reader now covers both machines. Drone pilots, dashcam owners and CCTV technicians pulling footage from microSD cards get the same benefit, with no extra dongle to lose in a matatu.
Where many Nairobi shops sell unbranded readers running at USB 2.0 speeds, Mascom International stocks the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader because it keeps USB 3.0 speeds on both plugs. Customers across Nairobi tell us the biggest time saver is copying a full card of RAW photos or 4K clips in one sitting instead of waiting on a phone cable. Walk into our Kimathi Street store to test the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader with your own card, or message us on WhatsApp and have it delivered the same day within Nairobi and its environs.
Common Questions About the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader
How much is the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader in Kenya?
The UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader costs KSh 1,500 at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi. That price covers the sealed reader and a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects. You need no extra adapter, because the USB-A and USB-C plugs are both built into the same body. Delivery is pay-on-arrival, so you pay in cash or by M-Pesa only once the parcel reaches you, whether you are in Nairobi, Kisumu or Eldoret. Memory cards are not included, so budget separately if you need one.
Does the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader work with both USB-C and USB-A computers?
Yes, the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader has a USB-A 3.0 plug at one end and a USB-C 3.0 plug at the other, so it fits almost any computer made in the last decade. Use the USB-A end on older Windows laptops, office desktops and campus lab machines. Use the USB-C end on a MacBook Air, a recent Windows ultrabook, an Android phone or a USB-C iPad. Both plugs run at USB 3.0 speeds of up to 5Gbps, and most systems open the card as a normal drive with no software to install.
How fast does the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader copy photos and videos?
The UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader runs on USB 3.0, rated at up to 5Gbps, roughly ten times the 480Mbps ceiling of older USB 2.0 readers. Real copying speed also depends on the card, so a fast branded SD card moves files much quicker than a cheap no-name microSD. For scale, a 64GB card holds about 21,000 photos at 12MP, and a 128GB card holds roughly six hours of 4K 30fps video. On a USB 3.0 port, moving that much content becomes a short break rather than an afternoon.
How does the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader compare with a basic USB 2.0 card reader?
The main differences are speed and plug choice. A basic USB 2.0 reader tops out at 480Mbps and usually carries only a USB-A plug, so it cannot reach a USB-C-only MacBook or phone without another adapter. The UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader runs at up to 5Gbps and carries both plugs on one body. A cheap reader suits someone who copies a few documents a month from an old phone card. Anyone moving camera footage weekly, or switching between USB-A and USB-C machines, should pick the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader.
Is the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader practical for field work in Kenya?
Yes, the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader is small and bus-powered, so it needs no charger or wall socket. That matters during KPLC power cuts, because it runs entirely off a charged laptop or phone. Wildlife photographers around Nakuru and NGO field staff in rural counties can back up memory cards to a laptop each evening without extra cables. In dusty conditions, store it in a zip pouch and blow out the card slots before inserting a card, especially after long trips on murram roads.
Who should buy the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader, and who should skip it?
Buy the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader if you shoot on a camera, drone, dashcam or action camera that records to SD or microSD, and you copy files to more than one type of computer. Photographers, videographers, CCTV installers and students sharing work between campus labs and personal laptops get the most from it. Skip it if your camera records to CFexpress or CFast cards, because it has no slot for them. If you also need HDMI output and extra USB ports, a USB-C multiport hub with card slots is the better fit.
Can I use the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader with my Android phone or iPad?
Yes, through the USB-C plug, as long as the phone supports USB OTG, which most Android phones sold in Kenya do. Plug in the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader, open the Files app, and copy camera photos straight to your phone for sharing on WhatsApp within minutes. An iPad or an iPhone with a USB-C port opens the card in the Files app the same way. Older iPhones with a Lightning port need a separate Lightning adapter, so check your port before you buy.
Is the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader good for content creators and event photographers?
The UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader is a sensible everyday tool for creators who shoot on a camera and edit on a laptop or phone. Event photographers covering weddings and corporate launches can offload cards between sessions and keep shooting on a cleared card. TikTok and YouTube creators recording on an action camera or drone can move clips to a phone for quick edits in CapCut. At Mascom International, we're seeing creators keep one reader at the editing desk and a second in the camera bag.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Transfer Speed
- Two dedicated card slots, one SD and one microSD — read camera cards and phone or drone cards without a separate sleeve adapter.
- USB 3.0 interface rated at up to 5Gbps — about ten times the 480Mbps limit of older USB 2.0 card readers.
- Plug-and-play mass storage — the inserted card appears as a normal drive, with no driver download or setup steps.
- Bus-powered design — draws its power from the laptop, tablet or phone, so there is no charger, battery or wall socket.
- A 128GB card holds about 43,000 photos at 12MP — the reader moves a full card of event shots in one session.
- UGREEN product code 50706 — the part number to quote when confirming you have the genuine UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader.
Compatibility and Supported Devices
- USB-A 3.0 plug — fits Windows laptops, office desktops and campus lab computers that still use the rectangular USB port.
- USB-C 3.0 plug — fits MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, recent Windows ultrabooks, Android phones and iPads with a USB-C port.
- USB OTG support on phones — Android handsets with OTG open the card in the Files app for quick sharing and backup.
- Standard USB storage class — Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Linux and Android read it without installing any extra app.
- Backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports — still works on older machines, simply at the slower speed that port allows.
- Camera, drone, dashcam and CCTV cards — handles memory cards from DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, action cameras and security recorders.
Build and Design
- Gray finish — a neutral colour that sits well beside silver, gray and black laptops on any desk.
- Both plugs on one body — a single small device replaces two separate readers or a reader plus a USB-C dongle.
- Pocket-sized footprint — fits a laptop sleeve pocket, camera bag or shirt pocket without adding noticeable weight to your kit.
- No battery and no moving parts — nothing inside to swell, leak or wear out in hot weather or long storage.
- Standard full-size connectors — the USB-A and USB-C plugs fit snugly into ordinary ports without forcing or wobbling.
Inclusions and Ownership
- The reader ships alone in UGREEN's sealed retail pack — one device, ready to use straight out of the box.
- Memory cards are not included — choose an SD or microSD card that matches your camera, phone or drone separately.
- 6-month Mascom International warranty — covers manufacturing defects, with claims handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
- In-store testing — bring your own card to Kimathi Street and confirm both slots and both plugs before you pay.
- Pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties — inspect the sealed pack first, then pay in cash or by M-Pesa.
Package Contents
The UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader arrives in UGREEN's sealed retail packaging with the reader itself inside. Because the USB-A and USB-C plugs are built into the same body, you do not need any extension cable or adapter to start copying files. No SD or microSD card is included, so pick one up separately if your camera, drone or phone does not already have one. Mascom International stocks memory cards alongside the reader if you want both in a single order.
Warranty
Mascom International covers the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader with a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects under normal use, including slots or plugs that fail to read or connect. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk at Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street; bring the reader and your receipt.
Where to Buy the UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader in Kenya
The UGREEN CM185 2-in-1 Card Reader is in stock in gray at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your camera card or phone card and test both slots on your own laptop before paying.
To check stock, order, or ask a quick question, reach us here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver on a pay-on-arrival basis to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, while buyers in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and other major towns receive theirs within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit is backed by the 6-month warranty above. Mascom International lists honest specifications and accurate prices, and our team stays reachable after the sale if the reader ever gives you trouble.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
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