During IBC 2025, we had a chance to visit the OWC (Other World Computing) booth and talk to the company’s founder Larry O’Connor, about some of the company’s new products, including the dual 10GBE TB5 dock as well as other Thunderbolt 5 drives, such as the Envoy Ultra and ThunderBlade X12, software vs. hardware RAID and the coampny’s recent collaboration with Hedge.
Special thanks to OWC for sponsoring LensVid’s IBC 2025 coverage.
About OWC
OWC (Other World Computing) has historically been a significant presence in the technology and creative industries, providing storage solutions, docks, and accessories. At the IBC 2025 event, the company showcased a range of new products aimed at professional media creators and IT professionals, focusing on increased speed, capacity, and workflow efficiency.
Thunderbolt 5 Dual 10Gbe Network Dock
The Thunderbolt 5 Dual 10GbE Network Dock is an all-in-one solution designed for complex multi-network workflows. This dock features dual, independent 10Gb/s Ethernet ports and a front-facing 2.5Gb/s Ethernet port, enabling simultaneous connections to up to three networks. It also supports Link Aggregation, allowing the two 10GbE ports to be bonded for speeds up to 20Gb/s, which is beneficial for high-performance NAS setups. In addition to its networking capabilities, the dock provides extensive connectivity with three Thunderbolt 5 ports and four USB 10Gb/s ports. It supports up to three 8K displays at 60Hz or two 8K displays at 120Hz. The device has a fanless aluminum enclosure and is compatible with macOS, Windows 11, and Linux.
The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dual 10GbE Network Dock sells for $500.
The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dual 10GbE Network Dock
Envoy Ultra
The Envoy Ultra is a portable SSD that utilizes Thunderbolt 5 technology, offering data transfer speeds exceeding 6000MB/s. This is up to twice the speed of Thunderbolt 4 and USB4. Available in 2.0TB and 4.0TB capacities, the Envoy Ultra is designed for durability with an IP67 rating, making it crushproof, dustproof, and waterproof. It is a bus-powered device with a built-in Thunderbolt cable and a fanless, heat-dissipating aluminum design for silent operation. It is compatible with a variety of operating systems and devices, including Macs, PCs, iPad Pros, Chromebooks, and Surface devices.
The OWC Envoy Ultra sells starting from $300.
ThunderBlade X12
The ThunderBlade X12 is a high-capacity, high-speed production RAID SSD. It delivers peak speeds of up to 6600MB/s and a sustained write speed of 5990MB/s. The device can be configured with a capacity of up to 96TB by utilizing 12 NVMe M.2 SSDs. It includes SoftRAID software for RAID management and is capable of daisy-chaining up to five additional Thunderbolt devices. The ThunderBlade X12 features a fanless aluminum chassis, non-skid rubber feet, and a locking power connector. It is designed for demanding workflows such as 8K RAW video editing and multi-camera sequences.
The OWC ThunderBlade X12 sells starting from $2750.
The OWC ThunderBlade X12
Express 4M2
The Express 4M2 is a four-slot external USB4 storage enclosure for NVMe M.2 SSDs. It is a DIY solution that allows users to build a high-performance RAID with their own choice of NVMe M.2 SSDs. The enclosure, made of aircraft-grade aluminum, includes smart, adaptive fans for thermal management and quiet operation. It offers real-world speeds of up to 3200MB/s and is compatible with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C computers. Select models come with OWC SoftRAID, which supports various RAID configurations.
The OWC Express 4M2sells starting from $240.
The OWC Express 4M2 case
Express 1M2 80G
The Express 1M2 80G is a portable USB4 NVMe M.2 SSD solution. It features a USB4 80Gb/s interface, enabling real-world speeds of over 6000MB/s. The enclosure is made from aircraft-grade aluminum with a patent-pending heat-dissipating design. It is bus-powered and supports PCIe Gen 3.0, 4.0, and 5.0 NVMe M.2 SSDs. The device is compatible with a wide range of devices and operating systems, including Macs, PCs, and iPad Pros. It can be purchased as a ready-to-run solution or a DIY enclosure.
The Express 1M2 80G starts at $219.
The Express 1M2 80G 
Express 1M2
The OWC Express 1M2 is a portable USB4 NVMe M.2 SSD solution that provides real-world performance of up to 3836MB/s. It is designed to be a durable and portable storage solution, with a heat-dissipating aluminum chassis. The device is bus-powered and can be purchased as an enclosure or as a complete solution with a pre-installed OWC Aura SSD. It is compatible with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C ports on Macs and PCs.
The Express 1M2 40G starts at $99.
Innergize
OWC Innergize is a free software tool designed to monitor and manage OWC Atlas memory cards. It allows users to check card health, perform field firmware upgrades, and sanitize cards to maintain peak performance. This solution helps ensure that memory cards are reliable and ready for professional use.
The free-to-use OWC Innergize is a software
OWC Innergize and Hedge Partnership
OWC and Hedge have deepened their partnership by integrating OWC’s Innergize software into Hedge’s OffShoot application. This integration provides creative professionals with a more streamlined and secure workflow. The collaboration combines OffShoot’s media offloading and backup capabilities with Innergize’s proactive card health and performance tools, ensuring data integrity and reliable media for subsequent projects.
More information on this topic can be found on the OWC website.
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