This new portable USB4 drive may resemble a sleek, silver heatsink, but it packs a punch when it comes to performance, all at an affordable price

Date:
Thu, 14 Dec 2023 20:56:50 +0000

Description:
The OWC Express 1M2, a portable USB4 NVMe SSD, offers high-speed performance, flexibility, and reliability, with prices starting at $119.99.

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Other World Computing (OWC) has unveiled the Express 1M2 portable USB4 NVMe SSD , its first venture into the world of USB4 drives.

The Express 1M2 is designed with a focus on performance, delivering
real-world speeds of up to 3151MB/s (when used with most Macs and PCs from 2020 onwards) and supporting USB4, USB 3.2, USB 2, as well as Thunderbolt 3 and 4 devices.

USB4 technology is seen as a game-changer in speed and connectivity, offering compatibility with both current and future USB4-equipped Macs and PCs and allowing users to connect a wide range of devices while ensuring swift data transfer. Reliability and high performance

The enclosure offers users the flexibility to use OWC's own high-performance Aura SSDs or add their own 2230, 2242, or 2280-sized NVMe M.2 SSD. A screwdriver is even provided for assembly purposes.

The compact design, comparable in size to a mobile phone, incorporates a solid, aircraft grade aluminum heat sink that offers rugged protection while effectively dissipating heat, guaranteeing consistent maximum performance without throttling.

The Express 1M2 is designed to work cross-platform with Macs and PCs, utilizing OWC's own MacDrive software .

The target market for this product is intentionally broad, with OWC
suggesting that it will appeal to professional photographers and videographers, tech-savvy consumers, and performance enthusiasts.

"The Express 1M2 is designed to keep the drive cool and performance high, continuing OWC's tradition of building products right versus targeting a low-priced, disposable commodity level," said Larry O'Connor, founder and CEO of OWC. "Our customer's data reliability is our #1 priority and the Express 1M2 is the ideal choice for those seeking long-term reliability and high performance."

Pricing for the Express 1M2 starts at $119.99 for the external storage enclosure without an SSD. Users can also choose 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, or 8TB Aura
SSD models, with prices for those starting at $219.99. The top-tier 8TB model will set you back $1,299.99.

You can check compatibility with your PC and Mac, and buy the drive here . More from TechRadar Pro Working outdoors or in extreme conditions? This
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