Month: September 2024
TerraMaster unveils mindblowing ultra compact SSD NAS that can take up to 8 drives — 64TB of NVMe storage is great, especially with a 10GbE LAN port
Terramaster unveils F8 SSD and F8 SSD Plus SSD NAS that can take up to 8 drives for 64TB of NVMe storage
TerraMaster has launched its latest storage solution, the F8 SSD NAS, as part of its 2024 fall product lineup. This NAS device provides up to 64TB of storage across 8 NVMe M.2 SSD bays, making it ideal for data-intensive tasks such as 4K video editing, large-scale backups, and business operations requiring fast access to large datasets.
There are two versions available: the F8 SSD, with a regular price of $599.99, and the F8 SSD Plus, priced at $799.99. However, as part of a limited-time promotion, they are currently being offered at discounted prices of $499.99 and $699.99, respectively. Both models run on TOS 6, TerraMaster’s operating system, designed to optimize performance and offer efficient data management.
The F8 SSD is powered by an Intel N95 processor with 4 cores, while the F8 SSD Plus is equipped with an Intel Core i3-N305 processor with 8 cores, providing enhanced performance for more demanding workloads. Both models include 8GB of DDR5 memory, which can be expanded up to 32GB.
10GbE LAN port
With eight drive slots for 2280 NVMe M.2 SSDs, the F8 SSD and F8 SSD Plus both support up to 64TB (8x8TB) of raw storage capacity. Internal drives use file systems like EXT4 and BTRFS, while external systems can utilize EXT3, NTFS, and others.
A key feature of the F8 SSD series is the 10GbE LAN port, allowing for fast data transfers, which is essential for applications requiring quick access to large files. Both models offer three USB ports and at just 177x60x140 mm they are well-suited for environments where space is limited.
The TerraMaster F8 SSD NAS is designed for users who require a compact, high-performance storage solution, making it an ideal choice for home offices, small businesses, and content creators.
Both F8 SSD models are now available for purchase globally, through the TerraMaster site and Amazon, and we’ll have a comprehensive review of the F8 SSD Plus soon.
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Samsung drops another hint that Galaxy AI won’t be free beyond 2025
In its new product information, Samsung has reiterated that fees may be attached to AI by the end of next year.
Take a close look at the press releases for the brand new Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus, or Samsung Galaxy S10 Ultra, and you’ll notice a footnote pointing to a future where some Galaxy AI features require a payment.
As spotted by SamMobile, the exact text reads: “Fees may apply to certain AI features at the end of 2025.” That’s not particularly specific or definitive, but it does suggest that the Galaxy AI experience isn’t going to be completely free beyond the end of next year.
This isn’t new: the same disclaimer was included in the information we got alongside the Samsung Galaxy S24 series at the start of this year. This isn’t a surprise then, but it shows Samsung hasn’t changed its plans for charging for AI.
We don’t yet know which features might come with a price tag attached, or what that price tag might be – Samsung hasn’t said anything about that yet, but has gone on the record to say more Galaxy AI features are on the way.
The cost of AI
ChatGPT has a paid-for tier (Image credit: OpenAI)
It’s not a huge shock that Samsung wants to start making some money from all the AI tools it’s stuffed into its devices: generative artificial intelligence requires a huge amount of computing power, and a huge amount of energy to run.
Both Google and OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, offer users more advanced features and more powerful AI models for $20 (about £15 / AU$29) a month – although there are rumors that the price of ChatGPT Plus could more than double in the next five years.
Then there’s Apple: Apple Intelligence is rolling out over the next few months, free of charge, but there has been talk that more advanced features are eventually going to have a price attached, perhaps as part of an Apple One bundle.
For now, you can still use the AI features – covering image editing, live translation, note summaries, and plenty more – free of charge. If you start to reply on them regularly though, bear in mind that there might eventually be a cost attached.
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Razer leans into haptics with a new gaming cushion and vibrating headphones
The Razer Freyja can turn most computer chairs into haptic gaming accessories. | Image: Razer
Razer has released the Freyja gaming cushion, a haptic cushion that you can attach to your gaming chair, the company announced. The cushion is $299.99, and it’s available to buy now.
The Freyja is an extension of the vibration you get from gaming controllers — except instead of just jolting your hands, it buzzes several panels positioned behind and beneath you in response to things happening in a game.
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The company says the cushion’s feedback comes from “multi-directional haptics powered by six advanced haptic motor actuators.” It connects via Bluetooth or through Razer’s HyperSpeed Wireless connection.
Most of the time, that vibration will just be converted from the sound in whatever game you’re playing, music you’re listening to, or movie you’re watching. Razer lists Final Fantasy 16, Silent Hill 2, and Stalker 2 as being among the games that integrate the Razer Sensa HD tech that drives the haptics.
Razer debuted a “Project Esther” version of the Freyja at CES, where it kicked The Verge’s Sean Hollister’s butt in a demo during the event. At the time, it wasn’t clear if it would actually become a real thing — yet, here it is.
The company also rolled out the Kraken V4 Pro, a version of its new Kraken V4 headphones that rattles your head with haptics. Like the cushion, the V4 Pro uses Razer HyperSpeed and Bluetooth, as well as USB or 3.5mm wired connections.
The V4 Pro ships with a small box called the OLED Control Hub for tweaking its vibratory feedback, selecting your input, or adjusting effects (the headphones have RGB lights, naturally). The Razer V4 Pro costs $399.99 (or €449.99) and the first orders for it and the Freyja will deliver starting October 7th, according to their product pages.
The Razer Freyja can turn most computer chairs into haptic gaming accessories. | Image: Razer
Razer has released the Freyja gaming cushion, a haptic cushion that you can attach to your gaming chair, the company announced. The cushion is $299.99, and it’s available to buy now.
The Freyja is an extension of the vibration you get from gaming controllers — except instead of just jolting your hands, it buzzes several panels positioned behind and beneath you in response to things happening in a game.
The company says the cushion’s feedback comes from “multi-directional haptics powered by six advanced haptic motor actuators.” It connects via Bluetooth or through Razer’s HyperSpeed Wireless connection.
Most of the time, that vibration will just be converted from the sound in whatever game you’re playing, music you’re listening to, or movie you’re watching. Razer lists Final Fantasy 16, Silent Hill 2, and Stalker 2 as being among the games that integrate the Razer Sensa HD tech that drives the haptics.
Razer debuted a “Project Esther” version of the Freyja at CES, where it kicked The Verge’s Sean Hollister’s butt in a demo during the event. At the time, it wasn’t clear if it would actually become a real thing — yet, here it is.
The company also rolled out the Kraken V4 Pro, a version of its new Kraken V4 headphones that rattles your head with haptics. Like the cushion, the V4 Pro uses Razer HyperSpeed and Bluetooth, as well as USB or 3.5mm wired connections.
The V4 Pro ships with a small box called the OLED Control Hub for tweaking its vibratory feedback, selecting your input, or adjusting effects (the headphones have RGB lights, naturally). The Razer V4 Pro costs $399.99 (or €449.99) and the first orders for it and the Freyja will deliver starting October 7th, according to their product pages.
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