Different World Computing (OWC) has unveiled the Categorical 1M2 transportable USB4 NVMe SSD, its first enterprise into the world of USB4 drives.
Designed with efficiency in thoughts, the Categorical 1M2 delivers real-world speeds of as much as 3151MB/s (when used with most Macs and PCs from 2020 onwards) and helps USB4, USB 3.2, USB 2 in addition to Thunderbolt 3 and 4 units.
USB4 expertise is seen as a game-changer in velocity and connectivity, providing compatibility with each present and future USB4-equipped Macs and PCs, permitting customers to attach a variety of units whereas making certain quick information switch.
Reliability and excessive efficiency
The enclosure provides customers the flexibleness to make use of OWC’s personal high-performance Aura SSDs or add their very own 2230, 2242 or 2280 dimension NVMe M.2 SSD. A screwdriver is even included for meeting functions.
The compact design, comparable in dimension to a cell phone, incorporates a stable aircraft-grade aluminum heatsink that gives rugged safety whereas effectively dissipating warmth, guaranteeing constant most efficiency with out throttling.
The Categorical 1M2 is designed to work cross-platform with Macs and PCs utilizing OWC’s proprietary MacDrive software program.
The goal marketplace for this product is intentionally broad, and OWC suggests it’s going to enchantment to skilled photographers and videographers, tech-savvy customers and efficiency lovers.
“Designed to maintain the drive cool and excessive efficiency, the Categorical 1M2 continues OWC’s custom of constructing merchandise proper in focusing on a low worth level for one-off merchandise,” stated Larry O’Connor, founder and CEO of OWC. “Our buyer’s information reliability is our #1 precedence, and the Categorical 1M2 is the best selection for these searching for long-term reliability and excessive efficiency.”
Pricing for the Categorical 1M2 begins at $119.99 for the exterior storage enclosure with out an SSD. Customers may select 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, or 8TB Aura SSD fashions, with costs for these beginning at $219.99. The highest-tier 8TB mannequin will set you again $1,299.99.
You may examine compatibility together with your PC and Mac and purchase the drive right here.