MacVoices #26166: NAB - OWC Brings Thunderbolt 5 Speed and DIY Storage

At NAB 2026, Larry O'Connor of Other World Computing discusses the new Express 4M2 Ultra, a Thunderbolt 5-certified, four-blade M.2 DIY storage solution built for speed, quiet operation, and thermal control. The conversation also covers OWC's dual 10G dock, StudioStack, Helios 5S PCIe chassis, and the company's focus on reliable, accessible technology for creators, prosumers, and professionals.

Show Notes:

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction from NAB 2026
00:59 What's new from OWC
01:05 Introducing the Express 4M2 Ultra
01:26 A Thunderbolt 5 four-blade M.2 DIY solution
02:09 Feedback from the original Express 4M2
02:42 Designing for smaller size, silence, and smart cooling
03:43 Sustained performance and Thunderbolt 5 certification
04:07 Managing heat in compact SSD enclosures
04:36 OWC's approach to thermals and noise
06:15 Drive safety, throttling, and poor enclosure design
07:19 Pricing, pre-orders, and availability
07:56 DIY drive installation and product positioning
09:43 Dual 10G dock for advanced workflows
10:27 StudioStack storage expansion for Mac and PC
11:33 Thunderbolt 5 bandwidth advantages
13:34 Thunderbolt 5 hub, dock, and Helios 5S PCIe chassis
14:19 Building solutions customers can trust
14:39 OWC's commitment to consumer, prosumer, and pro users
16:11 Where to find OWC products
16:24 Wrap-up with Larry O'Connor

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