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OWC shows off Multi-Mount holds two SSDs in a single optical bay

Shane McGlaun, Jul 23rd 2010 Discuss [1]

OWC (Other World Computing) has announced a new and interesting adapter system that allows you to expand the storage space inside your computer even if you run out of internal 3.5-inch bays. The new device is called the Multi-Mount. Read The Full Story

OWC On-The-Go Pro external HDD gets 1TB of storage

Shane McGlaun, Mar 16th 2010 Discuss [0]

OWC has been making storage devices and other gear for Mac and PC users for years. The company has a full line of external storage solutions that have multiple interface options for the best data transfer speeds on any given computer. Read The Full Story

OWC unveils first 1TB Firewire/USB powered 2.5-inch portable HDD

Shane McGlaun, Oct 1st 2009 Discuss [0]

Other World Computing (OWC) made its name providing accessories and components for Mac fans to use for upgrades and storing data. The company today announced that it has launched the first 1TB 2.5-inch portable storage solution on the market that is Firewire/USB powered. Read The Full Story

OWC Mercury On-The-Go Pro 500GB 7,200rpm external HDD

Chris Davies, May 27th 2009 Discuss [0]

In the rush to grab "world's best" titles, companies will do just about anything. If you're OWC, you'll grab a Seagate 500GB 7,200rpm hard-drive, slap it into a cheap looking acrylic caddy and brand it "the largest capacity, fastest bus powered portable storage solution on the market." Heady words indeed, but once you're past the hyperbole you'll probably be more interested in the fact that the OWC Mercury On-The-Go Pro offers a choice of USB 2.0, FireWire 400 or FireWire 800 interfaces. Read The Full Story

OWC Express USB 2.0 enclosure released

Brenda Stokes, May 14th 2009 Discuss [0]

Other World Computing, more often referred to as OWC, released a new enclosure for a 2.5-inch SATA I/II drive called the Express USB 2.0. It can hold hard drives that are up to 9.5mm tall and looks pretty sleek. Read The Full Story

OWC unveiled Voyager Q hdd docking stations, Quad-interface included

Daniel Lim, Feb 26th 2009 Discuss [0]

When I first heard of hdd docking station, I was thrilled and excited about the simplicity of accessing an internal 3.5-inch form factor hard drive with plug-n-play ability. Forget the external enclosure unit, a bare drive docking unit is the best hdd accessory ever invented and you better believe it. The increasingly popular hard drive docking station is everywhere now, and even OWC has joined the bandwagon. Read The Full Story

OWC Mercury Pro Blu-ray burner: FireWire 800/400, USB & eSATA

Chris Davies, Feb 24th 2009 Discuss [0]

OWC have announced their latest Mercury Pro Blu-ray/SuperDrive "Quad Interface" External Drive, offering Blu-ray and DVD burning for any PC or Mac with FireWire 800, FireWire 400, USB 2.0 or eSATA connectivity. The new Mercury Pro also doubles the burn speed of the previous-generation version. Read The Full Story

OWC releases Apple MacBook and MacBook Pro memory upgrades

Brenda Stokes, Nov 6th 2008 Discuss [0]

If the newest Apple MacBooks and MacBook Pros stock memory size aren't enough for you, then you can crank up their capacity with the new Other World Computing DDR3 4GB and 6GB module kits. Now, you can get the most out of your notebooks without having to wait. Read The Full Story

OWC Mercury Pro Blu-ray drive offers multiple connections

Brenda Stokes, Oct 22nd 2008 Discuss [0]

The OWC Mercury Pro Blu-ray Quad Interface is sure a lot of words to simply describe an external Blu-ray drive, but that's what this device is, all the same. Despite the lengthy title, this external drive is pretty unique because it can connect to your computer by means of Firewire 800, Firewire 400, eSATA or USB 2.0. Read The Full Story