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OWC launches first certified Thunderbolt 5 SSD enclosure
Data Protection

OWC launches first certified Thunderbolt 5 SSD enclosure

Video editors and other professionals can now build up to 32 TB of external RAID storage in a single Thunderbolt 5 enclosure.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
Hands-on Review: Upgrading to an Espresso Lite 15 portable monitor
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Upgrading to an Espresso Lite 15 portable monitor

Espresso's Lite 15 portable monitor turns cramped handhelds and laptops into roomy, Full HD dual-screen setups almost anywhere you work or play.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
WD unifies creator storage range under G-DRIVE brand
Storage

WD unifies creator storage range under G-DRIVE brand

WD is unifying its creator-focused external storage under the G-DRIVE name, phasing out SanDisk Professional branding across the range.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Feb 2026
OWC unveils 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD
High Performance Computing

OWC unveils 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD

OWC launches 8TB Envoy Ultra, a rugged bus-powered Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD claiming over 6,000MB/s speeds and IP67 protection.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
OWC unveils certified 2-metre Thunderbolt 5 USB-C cable
CES

OWC unveils certified 2-metre Thunderbolt 5 USB-C cable

OWC unveils a certified 2m Thunderbolt 5 USB-C cable, promising full-spec bandwidth, power and display support for Mac, PC and USB4 gear.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Jan 2026
OWC launches new Thunderbolt 5 devices for creative pros
Digital Entertainment

OWC launches new Thunderbolt 5 devices for creative pros

Other World Computing debuts Thunderbolt 5 StudioStack and Mercury Helios 5S devices, boosting storage and PCIe expansion for creative pros on Macs and PCs.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Western Digital unveils new high-capacity drives in Australia
Digital Transformation

Western Digital unveils new high-capacity drives in Australia

Western Digital launches new high-capacity Professional and NAS storage solutions in Australia, targeting creative and business data demands up to 208TB.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
Hands-on Review: OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub
Peripherals

Hands-on Review: OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub

The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub boasts an impressive 80Gbps bandwidth, doubling previous speeds, making it essential for creatives and power users alike.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Belkin launches Thunderbolt 4 connectivity solutions
Digital Entertainment

Belkin launches Thunderbolt 4 connectivity solutions

Belkin has introduced its Thunderbolt 4 range, which offers seamless connectivity and fast data transfer between devices. .

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023
Hands-on Review: BenQ PD3220U monitor
Gaming

Hands-on Review: BenQ PD3220U monitor

This outstanding display is one to look out for if you're a Mac user searching for a good-looking, well-performing monitor for your setup.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Nov 2020

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LaCie Rugged SSD4 offers pro durability & speed for creators
Marketing Technologies

LaCie Rugged SSD4 offers pro durability & speed for creators

Seagate launches LaCie Rugged SSD4, a durable, high-speed portable drive for creatives, with up to 4TB storage and GBP £139.99 starting price.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2025
OWC unveils Express 1M2 80G SSD for fast portable storage
iPad Pro

OWC unveils Express 1M2 80G SSD for fast portable storage

OWC launches the Express 1M2 80G portable SSD, offering speeds over 6000MB/s and capacities up to 8TB for creatives and gamers on the go.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2025