Beelink $199 EX Mate Pro USB4v2 80Gbs Docking Station Review
The video reviews Beelink’s EX Mate Pro, a $199 docking station that supports USB4 V2 (Thunderbolt 5) at 80 Gbps. It combines four Gen4 ×1 M.2 NVMe bays, HDMI output, a 2.5 Gb Ethernet port, audio in/out, Bluetooth, and a full set of nylon‑cabled accessories, all powered by an internal 140 W PSU. Performance testing shows each NVMe slot achieving roughly 1.3‑1.4 GB/s write and 1.6‑1.7 GB/s read, comfortably filling the 20 Gbps per‑lane limit without saturating the USB4 V2 link. The dock also passes HDMI video and 2.5 GbE traffic over the same single cable, and can power a connected laptop while handling external drives. The reviewer highlights power consumption ranging from 10‑11 W idle to 42‑43 W under full load (SSD access, HDMI, 2.5 GbE, and laptop charging). Thermal imaging shows internal SSD temps staying under 48 °C and external chassis staying below 65 °C even during sustained 5‑minute stress tests, with the fan remaining inaudible. At a sub‑$200 price, the EX Mate Pro rivals $500‑plus Thunderbolt docks, offering a compelling mix of speed, connectivity, and portability for creators and remote workers. Limitations include a 15 W front USB port insufficient for eGPUs and the inability to use Bluetooth for file transfers.
Is the UniFi UNVR Gen 2 Worth $699 and $999?
The video examines UniFi’s new UNVR G2 and G2 Pro models, highlighting their steep price hikes to $699 and $999 respectively. It contrasts these figures with the original 4‑bay UNVR at $299 and the 7‑bay Pro at $499, prompting a...
Plex 50% Price Increase - Does This Affect You?
Plex announced a 50% price hike for its Remote Watch Pass, raising the monthly fee from $1.99 to $2.99 and the annual fee from $19.99 to $29.99. The change takes effect in roughly a month and targets users who rely...
Synology Cameras NOW NEED A CAMERA LICENSE.. WAIT, WHAT???
The video explains Synology’s recent decision to require a surveillance license for its newest camera models, a departure from the brand’s long‑standing practice of bundling the license with the hardware. The BC‑800Z, turret and bullet‑style 510 series now appear on the...
UniFi Dream Machine BEAST - Should You Buy?
UniFi's new Dream Machine Beast is positioned as a high‑end gateway for large‑scale deployments, featuring a next‑generation ARMv9 N2 processor, eight 10 GbE copper ports, and a 25 GbE uplink. The device upgrades the Dream Machine line with a server‑class 8‑core 2.1 GHz...
UGREEN AI NAS KICKSTARTER - BUY THIS or BAIL ON IT?
The video dissects UGREEN’s AI‑NAS Kickstarter as it nears its deadline, weighing whether backers should stay the course or pull out. With six days left, the campaign has pulled in roughly $8.7 million, but the presenter warns that the headline figure...
UniFi World Conference 2026 - WHAT WE WANT TO SEE!
The video previews the upcoming UniFi World Conference (UWC) in London, marking the creator’s first attendance and setting expectations for a high‑profile, production‑heavy event. He outlines three specific product categories he hopes the show will spotlight: the long‑rumored 16‑bay “big...
ZimaCube 2 Design Update + Q&A with the Zima Founder
The video walks viewers through the ZimaCube 2 design refresh while hosting a Q&A with IceWell founder Lauren Penn in Shenzhen. The new unit retains an all‑metal enclosure but adds a front‑to‑rear vapor‑chamber cooling system, hex‑screw copper accents, and a rear‑mounted...
NEW UGREEN 'ULTRA GREEN' NAS - NAS in Different Colours?
The video introduces UGREEN’s newly announced “Ultra Green” NAS (model ID #00FF00), a high‑end storage appliance priced at roughly £50,000. Marketed for outdoor or boutique environments, the unit’s most visible trait is its all‑green LED lighting and a rear fan...
ZIMACUBE 2 NAS Update - DESIGN, COOLING, CHANGES vs V.1
The video introduces the ZimmaCube 2, the next‑generation NAS from Icewear, highlighting its design overhaul and upgraded components compared with the original ZimmaCube. Key hardware upgrades include a redesigned chassis with improved ventilation, a large internal CPU fan, 8 GB DDR5 Samsung memory...
SHOULD YOU BUY A USED OR NEW NAS? (RAID Room)
In the Raid Room video, hosts debate whether to purchase a brand‑new network‑attached storage (NAS) unit or a second‑hand model, weighing cost against reliability and support. They note that new devices come with 2‑3 year warranties and continuous DSM or OS...
Asustor Lockerstor Gen2+ NAS - Should You Buy?
The video reviews Asustor’s Lockerstor Gen2+ NAS, a modest refresh of the Gen2 line that adds dual 5 GbE networking and retains a metal chassis, HDMI portal UI, and four M.2 slots. The reviewer outlines five strengths – native 5 GbE for...
45Drives X UnRAID Signature Series - NAS Collaboration Announced
The video announces a new partnership between 45 Drives and Unraid, introducing a jointly branded “Signature Series” of pre‑built NAS appliances. 45 Drives will integrate Unraid’s licensed operating system alongside its existing Proxmox and Houston‑based offerings, delivering turnkey hardware for both home...
UniFi Dream Router 5G Max Review - ULTIMATE FAILOVER?
The video reviews Ubiquiti’s UniFi Dream Router 5G Max, a premium gateway that blends traditional wired WAN ports with dual nano‑SIM slots for cellular failover or primary connectivity. Priced at $499, the unit positions itself above the $279 Dream Router 7,...
I ASKED UGREEN ABOUT THIS WHOLE KICKSTARTER DEPOSIT THING...
The video documents a visit to UGREEN’s headquarters in Shenzhen to address the controversy surrounding the company’s recent Kickstarter campaign for its AI‑powered NAS, the IDX6011, and the $30 deposit scheme that promised early‑access benefits. The host outlines the core grievances:...