UGreen Introduces Two Easy-to-Use Desktop NAS Devices

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UGreen introduced their most affordable NAS solutions:

I’m one of those disorganized photographers with nearly a dozen hard drives scattered around, full of photos and memories. Here are just some of my hard drives:

I know it’s ugly :)

Lately, I’ve been seriously considering a NAS to finally get everything organized and secure. I was ready to go for the UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus 4-Bay, but this new entry-level version might actually be enough for my main goal: safely storing my images.

Asked ChatGPT to make this side by side comparison and I think I will get the DH4300:

Side-by-side feature comparison
Feature UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus UGREEN NASync DH4300 Plus
Bays 4 × 3.5″/2.5″ hot-swappable 4 × 3.5″/2.5″ not hot-swap
Extra slots 2 × M.2 NVMe (for cache or storage) ✖ None
CPU Intel N100 Quad-Core Realtek/ARM (less powerful)
RAM 8 GB DDR5 (expandable to 32 GB) 4–8 GB fixed
Ethernet Dual 2.5 GbE (link-aggregate to 5 Gbps) Single 2.5 GbE
HDMI ✔ 4K HDMI output ✖ No HDMI
Performance High (Plex 4K, virtualization, Docker, backup server) Medium (media streaming, file sharing, family backup)
Target user Power users, prosumers, small office Home users, simple backups
Price 💰 Higher (~€600–700 without disks) 💰 Lower (~€300–400 without disks)
Best for Heavy workloads, media hub, professional backup Family photo/video storage, easy NAS use

I will buy four Seagate IronWolf Pro 24 TB disks and use the RAID 5 setting. This gives me 72 TB of usable space (with one drive’s worth of space reserved for parity).

Here is a review of the new entry level NAS:

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Kickstarter risky bet: Neomix AI Glasses with Sony Sensor — Future or Flop?

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If you’re a thrill-seeker (yes, even risking your money!), you might want to support this bold new approach to photography. The Neomix AI Glasses, equipped with a Sony 21MP sensor, let you capture photos in a whole new way. They’re now up for backing on Kickstarter [click here to check them out].

I believe smart glasses will play an important role in our future, not only for photography but also as a replacement for some smartphone functions. However, these new Neomix glasses come from a little-known Chinese company. If you decide to back this project, be prepared for the very real possibility of losing your money.

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Question to a source named S.

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Sorry readers, I have a question to a source that only contacts me through the contact form. So I have to publish this post:

Dear source S, you claim the A7V sensor is new. I wanted to ask you something different: Have you noticed something “special” on the the Sony A7V ports? I know one “feature” and if you can mention it…it would be proof you are sharing correct info about the right prototype.  Thanks!

To readers: Will mention soon what this new “feature” is ;)

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Exclusive Look: First Images of the Upcoming Sony A7V

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A source just shared thew first two leaked images of the new Sony A7V. From the image on top we learn:

From the image below it appears the camera has a 33MP sensor:

Take this with a grain of salt: according to the source, the camera was running on a very early software build installed on a prototype, full of bugs and errors and might show wrong data. The source only had a brief chance to handle the camera and couldn’t confirm specs. So at this stage we don’t know whether the A7V will:

  • Use the same A7IV sensor with tweaks to improve dynamic range, speed, and video quality
  • Feature a new 33MP partially stacked sensor
  • Or adopt a completely different resolution sensor, with the software still needing updates to fully match its performance

Let’s discuss the worse case scenario:
What Sony calls a “new” sensor is, in reality, just a slightly tweaked A7IV sensor. And if they believe they can launch a $3,000 camera in 2025 that still suffers from cropped 4K video, lacks a redesigned A1II–style body for better handling, and expect buyers to be impressed simply by the addition of a new AI chip—then they’re making a big mistake. Competitors like the Nikon ZR, Lumix S1 II, and Canon C50 have proven that the days of intentionally limiting the performance of a mid-level full-frame camera are over. Keep in mind: the A7V will likely stay on the market for the next four years. With these specs, it would already feel outdated from day one.

Let’s discuss the better scenario:
If the new Sony A7V comes with a 33MP partially stacked sensor (or any other next-gen sensor), delivers uncropped 4K, and adds the new AI chip, then it could easily be a real winner.

One more thing:
The source sent me also video and more images of the A7V. But he has not allowed me to post them because you see the surroundings, reflections on LCD and hands of people. Hopefully I can share some more images in the next days…and what’s more important the real final specs! So please keep in mind that while I am certain the leak is real, I am not certain about any specs yet!

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Sony A7V confirmed info:

  • Announcement in October/November
  • 4 way articulating screen
  • No Sony A1II grip design
  • AI chip
  • dual SD-Type A slot

Sony A7V unconfirmed info:

  • 33MP sensor (unclear if “tweaked” or totally “new”)
  • price close to $3000

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