Title: OWC Unveils Three Speedy Storage Solutions at CES
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Greetings, folks! Other World Computing, the beloved name in Mac accessories and storage, has spiced up CES2025 with some exciting product announcements for those gleeful Apple Mac mini M4 Pro owners. And guess what? This, duh, is the first Mac to embrace the thunderous power of Thunderbolt 5 ports. Marvel at the lightning-fast data transfer speeds it offers!
OWC ThunderBlade X12
Stepping into the limelight for the first time at CES, we have the OWC ThunderBlade X12, a game-changing professional-grade RAID solution. And that's not all! The event saw the unveiling of another brilliant offering from OWC: the OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable. And don't forget the third revelation: the OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub is ready to shove productivity into overdrive with its next-level connectivity.
The OWC ThunderBlade X12 is an absolute gem for movie enthusiasts and DIT's seeking a cinematic production shuttle RAID with massive storage capacities – all without sacrificing speed or space. Its primary goal? To eliminate the need for a Thunderbolt 5 RAID solution that boasts colossal storage and stunning transfer speeds.
This nifty drive is also an ideal premium editing storage device for video editors and VFX artists handling the latest workflows. Think multi-cam sequences at 4K, 6K, 8K, and 12K RAW video, or stereoscopic 360 VR. Simply put, OWC proclaims ThunderBlade X12 as the zenith of shuttle RAIDs for production purposes and a connoisseur's external editing drive for cutting-edge workflows.
With a mind-blowing reach of up to 6,500MB/s – double the performance of its predecessor – the OWC ThunderBlade X12 leaves competitors in the dust. Its available capacities range from 12TB to a staggering 96TB, and support a wide array of RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. The dynamically adjustable LED lights and improved thermal management make it a solid fit for demanding workflows involving 8K RAW, 16K video, or virtual reality production.
Pricing & Availability: While we eagerly await the official go-ahead, anticipate the OWC ThunderBlade X12 landing in March 2025.
OWC Active Optical Cable
OWC tugs hearts (and data cables) in a new direction with the introduction of the OWC Active Optical Cable. According to OWC themselves, this cable delivers "the fastest, most powerful, and most reliable solution for cost-effective long-distance connectivity of Thunderbolt 4/3 and USB4/3/2 devices." With up to 40Gb/s of stable bandwidth, and capable of delivering an impressive 240W of power, this cable outpaces the limitations of traditional copper-based cables, enabling seamless connectivity even at lengths up to 15 feet.
Universal USB-C connectivity and optical fiber technology ensure optimal placement of USB4 and Thunderbolt 4/3 devices for a more organized, convenient, quieter, and more efficient workspace. It is compatible with Thunderbolt 4/3 and USB4/3/2 USB-C equipped docks, displays, eGPUs, PCIe expansion, external SSDs, RAID storage, and accessories.
Pricing & Availability: The OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable is now available in two lengths – 3 meters (9.8 feet) for $98.99 or 4.5 meters (14.76 feet) for $129.99.
OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub
The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub is out, ready to unscramble your worries about insufficient Thunderbolt 5 ports. Equipped with up to 80Gb/s of bi-directional data speed, it packs a punch by transforming a single Thunderbolt 5 cable connection into a trio of Thunderbolt 5 ports and one USB-A port. Enhance your device connectivity experience with this zippy hub, which is backward-compatible with any Thunderbolt device.
This compact connectivity solution boasts a mind-boggling 80Gb/s bi-directional data speed and can support up to three separate daisy chains of devices. It can connect to Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4, or any USB-C machine or device, guaranteeing full compatibility.
To top it off, the OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub can deliver a safe 140W of power to even the most power-hungry notebooks. And guided by its sleek aluminum enclosure and fanless design, it operates silently, adding to its appeal.
Pricing & Availability: The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub is now available and sells for $189.99.
- For those looking to expand their Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, other World Computing (OWC) introduces the OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub at CES2025, capable of transforming a single connection into three Thunderbolt 5 ports and one USB-A port.
- In addition to the Hub, OWC also unveiled the OWC ThunderBlade X12 during CES2025, a professional-grade RAID solution designed for movie enthusiasts and DIT's, offering massive storage capacities and lightning-fast transfer speeds.
- To ensure long-distance connectivity for Thunderbolt 4/3 and USB4/3/2 devices, Other World Computing presents the OWC Active Optical Cable at CES2025, promising stable bandwidth of up to 40Gb/s and the capability to deliver 240W of power.
