IBC 2024: OWC to Unveil New Jellyfish Studio and Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD

Other World Computing (OWC) announced 2 product launches at this year’s IBC 2024. During the event, taking place September 13-16 at the Auditorium Complex at the RAI in Amsterdam, it will unveil its latest innovations – the new Jellyfish Studio and Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD.

First and fastest Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD

Visitors to OWC’s exhibit in Hall 7 will have the opportunity to see firsthand how the new, cost-effective Jellyfish Studio redefines media-centric workflows with its enterprise-level performance, unmatched redundancy, and user-friendly management software.

Tailored specifically for content creators and filmmakers, as well as media professionals, Jellyfish Studio delivers first-of-its-kind features that simplify collaboration and increase productivity, including:

• Enterprise Ready – Powered by a Linux OS and ZFS File System, it combines file system, RAID, and volume management in one – offering a fast, secure, and scalable storage solution
• Easy Setup and Management – With the Jellyfish Manager, users can easily set up, manage permissions, and connect to the cloud with just a few clicks – while Jellyfish Connect ensures secure access to assets from anywhere
• Specialized Media Software – The Jellyfish Media Asset Management (MAM) and Jellyfish Media Engine provide powerful tools for media organization, transcoding, and remote access – enabling teams to work seamlessly from ingest to delivery

In addition, OWC will be unveiling the new Envoy Ultra SSD, a Thunderbolt 5 SSD that promises to set new standards in speed and performance.

Tailored to meet the needs of media and entertainment professionals today and tomorrow, the Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD is:

• Faster than Fast – Revolutionary speed over 6000MB/s…up to 2x faster than Thunderbolt 4 and USB4.
• Machine Maximizing – Gets the most speed possible from Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and USB4 machines.
• Ready for Anything – Easily handle daily data needs to pro-level creative projects while matching internal storage performance.
• Versatile – Works with Macs, PCs, iPad Pros, Chromebooks, and Surface devices.
• Rugged – Water-resistant, dust-resistant, and crushproof.
• Convenient – Bus-powered with built-in Thunderbolt cable.
• Silent – Fanless, heat-dissipating aluminum design.

The new OWC Envoy Ultra will be available in 2.0TB and 4.0TB capacities for $399.99 and $599.99 respectively. It is available now for pre-order and will start shipping in late October.

First-Time Showcasing at IBC:
OWC will also be displaying several innovative products for the first time at IBC2024, including:

• Express 1M2 – compact, high-performance storage solution designed for professionals on the go
• Thunderblade X8 – external SSD for demanding workflows, offering speed and reliability
• CF Express 4.0 Card Reader – powerful card reader designed to meet the needs of modern media workflows
• Innergize Software – comprehensive software suite designed to optimize and manage your digital assets with ease

“IBC2024 is the ideal stage for OWC to showcase our latest innovations designed to empower content creators and media professionals. With the launch of the Jellyfish Studio and Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD, we’re not just setting new benchmarks for speed and performance; we’re transforming how creative teams manage and deliver their projects,” said Larry O’Connor, founder and CEO. “There has been a lot of ‘activity’ in the Thunderbolt 5 landscape, but we’re steady as we go – as we have always been with Thunderbolt. What we have on display here at IBC are real, reliable, and powerful tools, and this is just the beginning for the next generation. We remain unwavering in our commitment to provide solutions professionals rely on, so they can focus on what they do best – creating exceptional content.“