OWC has announced three new products at CES 2025: the OWC ThunderBlade X12, a high-speed RAID solution designed for demanding workflows; the OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable, which extends connectivity over longer distances; and the OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub, now available for improved device connectivity and performance.
"Creatives and professionals don't just need tools – they need breakthroughs," said Larry O'Connor, Founder and CEO of OWC. "The OWC ThunderBlade X12, OWC Active Optical Cable, and OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub aren't just products; they're game-changers designed to make seemingly impossible workflows fast, simple, and seamless." He continued, "Whether you're pushing the limits of 12K video, building the ultimate workstation, or staying connected across distances that used to appear unthinkable, these solutions are built to help you create, innovate, and dominate."
Here's a closer look at each product...
OWC ThunderBlade X12
The OWC ThunderBlade X12 is a portable RAID solution designed for high-speed data transfer and large storage capacity. It supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations and is suitable for workflows involving 4K to 12K video editing, multi-cam sequences, and VR production.
OWC ThunderBlade X12 - Key Features/Functionality:
● Speeds up to 6,500MB/s – double the performance of its predecessor
● Capacities from 12TB to 96TB with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations
● Premium build with dimmable LED lights and enhanced thermal stability
● Ideal for workflows involving 8K RAW, 16K video, or VR production
● The OWC ThunderBlade X12 will be available in March.
OWC Active Optical Cable
The OWC Active Optical Cable supports long-distance connectivity for Thunderbolt 4/3 and USB4/3/2 devices, offering up to 40Gb/s bandwidth, 240W power delivery, and support for 8K video resolution at distances up to 15 feet. Its optical fiber design overcomes the 2-meter limit of copper-based cables, enabling greater flexibility in device placement and cable management.
Key Features/Functionality:
● Longer distance connectivity enables optimal placement of USB4 and Thunderbolt 4/3 devices for a highly organized, convenient, quieter, and productive workspace
● Work and play faster with up to 40Gb/s of stable data transfer speed over long-distance
● Connect to millions of Thunderbolt 4/3 and USB4/3/2 USB-C equipped docks, displays, eGPUs, PCIe expansion, external SSDs, RAID storage, and accessories
● Lab-certified to safely deliver up to 240 watts (3M) or 60 watts (4.5M) to charge your devices quickly
● Supports high-resolution displays up to 8K, including DisplayPort over Thunderbolt, Apple Pro Display XDR, Apple Studio Display, LG Ultrafine, and any display plugged into a Thunderbolt dock or hub
● Braided nylon exterior over advanced internal fiber optical cable for highly durable and consistent signal reliability immune to EMI/RFI interference
The OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable is now available in two lengths:
○ 3 meters (9.8 feet) for $98.99
○ 4.5 meters (14.76 feet) for $129.99
OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub
The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub provides three Thunderbolt 5 ports and one USB-A port from a single cable connection. It supports up to 80Gb/s bi-directional data transfer and up to 120Gb/s for higher display bandwidth requirements.
Key Features/Functionality:
● Adds more universally compatible Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports to a Mac, PC, or iPad Pro to greatly expand device connectivity possibilities and productivity
● Work and play faster with up to 80Gb/s of bi-directional data speed and up to 120Gb/s for higher display bandwidth needs
● worries or confusion…connect to Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4, or USB-C machine or device with 100% compatibility
● Delivers the best performance of devices with today's computers and the best speed possible in the future with any Thunderbolt 5 Mac or PC
● Create three separate daisy chains of devices – even bus-powered – and remove devices from one chain without affecting the other chains
● Safely delivers up to 140 watts to charge the most power-hungry notebook computer
● Connect to the latest and future Thunderbolt, USB-C, and DisplayPort displays for incredible 4K, 5K, 6K, and up to three 8K displays
● Built-in OWC reliability and dependability for Mac and Windows
● Fanless aluminum enclosure for quiet and cool operation
The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub is now generally available for $189.99
"Creatives and professionals don't just need tools – they need breakthroughs," said Larry O'Connor, Founder and CEO of OWC. "The OWC ThunderBlade X12, OWC Active Optical Cable, and OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub aren't just products; they're game-changers designed to make seemingly impossible workflows fast, simple, and seamless." He continued, "Whether you're pushing the limits of 12K video, building the ultimate workstation, or staying connected across distances that used to appear unthinkable, these solutions are built to help you create, innovate, and dominate."
Here's a closer look at each product...
OWC ThunderBlade X12
The OWC ThunderBlade X12 is a portable RAID solution designed for high-speed data transfer and large storage capacity. It supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations and is suitable for workflows involving 4K to 12K video editing, multi-cam sequences, and VR production.
OWC ThunderBlade X12 - Key Features/Functionality:
● Speeds up to 6,500MB/s – double the performance of its predecessor
● Capacities from 12TB to 96TB with RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations
● Premium build with dimmable LED lights and enhanced thermal stability
● Ideal for workflows involving 8K RAW, 16K video, or VR production
● The OWC ThunderBlade X12 will be available in March.
OWC Active Optical Cable
The OWC Active Optical Cable supports long-distance connectivity for Thunderbolt 4/3 and USB4/3/2 devices, offering up to 40Gb/s bandwidth, 240W power delivery, and support for 8K video resolution at distances up to 15 feet. Its optical fiber design overcomes the 2-meter limit of copper-based cables, enabling greater flexibility in device placement and cable management.
Key Features/Functionality:
● Longer distance connectivity enables optimal placement of USB4 and Thunderbolt 4/3 devices for a highly organized, convenient, quieter, and productive workspace
● Work and play faster with up to 40Gb/s of stable data transfer speed over long-distance
● Connect to millions of Thunderbolt 4/3 and USB4/3/2 USB-C equipped docks, displays, eGPUs, PCIe expansion, external SSDs, RAID storage, and accessories
● Lab-certified to safely deliver up to 240 watts (3M) or 60 watts (4.5M) to charge your devices quickly
● Supports high-resolution displays up to 8K, including DisplayPort over Thunderbolt, Apple Pro Display XDR, Apple Studio Display, LG Ultrafine, and any display plugged into a Thunderbolt dock or hub
● Braided nylon exterior over advanced internal fiber optical cable for highly durable and consistent signal reliability immune to EMI/RFI interference
The OWC USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable is now available in two lengths:
○ 3 meters (9.8 feet) for $98.99
○ 4.5 meters (14.76 feet) for $129.99
OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub
The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub provides three Thunderbolt 5 ports and one USB-A port from a single cable connection. It supports up to 80Gb/s bi-directional data transfer and up to 120Gb/s for higher display bandwidth requirements.
Key Features/Functionality:
● Adds more universally compatible Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) ports to a Mac, PC, or iPad Pro to greatly expand device connectivity possibilities and productivity
● Work and play faster with up to 80Gb/s of bi-directional data speed and up to 120Gb/s for higher display bandwidth needs
● worries or confusion…connect to Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4, or USB-C machine or device with 100% compatibility
● Delivers the best performance of devices with today's computers and the best speed possible in the future with any Thunderbolt 5 Mac or PC
● Create three separate daisy chains of devices – even bus-powered – and remove devices from one chain without affecting the other chains
● Safely delivers up to 140 watts to charge the most power-hungry notebook computer
● Connect to the latest and future Thunderbolt, USB-C, and DisplayPort displays for incredible 4K, 5K, 6K, and up to three 8K displays
● Built-in OWC reliability and dependability for Mac and Windows
● Fanless aluminum enclosure for quiet and cool operation
The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub is now generally available for $189.99