https://nascompares.com/podcasts/weekly/week15-2025.wav This week was rich in NAS innovation, SSD advancements, AI integrations, and some critical software and security updates. Proxmox released Backup Server 3.4 with faster garbage collection and smarter sync features, while Synology quietly opened public beta testing for its AI Console, bridging popular LLM platforms with its MailPlus app. UGREEN stole the spotlight […]
Zettlab D6 AI NAS Prototype Review – A Glimpse at the Future of Local AI NAS? UPDATE – The Zettlab AI NAS is Now Live on Kickstarter and you can find it HERE, or watch the Review of the D6 Here on YouTube. Alternatively, there is an interview with the creators HERE The Zettlab D6 […]
Are Chinese DIY NAS Devices Worth Your Time, Money, and Data? Over the last 2 years, I have discussed at length multiple different Chinese-built NAS solutions in one form or another. From DIY NAS motherboards from brands like Topton and CWWK to pre-built solutions arriving both with and without NAS software from brands like Ugreen, […]
The U.S. Tariffs and Their Looming Impact on NAS and Storage Tech The United States has recently announced a sweeping set of import tariffs on goods from nearly every major trading partner in the world. This policy shift, driven largely by the country’s growing trade deficits with nations like China, the European Union, Vietnam, and […]
The U.S. Tariffs and Their Looming Impact on NAS and Storage Tech The United States has recently announced a sweeping set of import tariffs on goods from nearly every major trading partner in the world. This policy shift, driven largely by the country’s growing trade deficits with nations like China, the European Union, Vietnam, and […]
UniFi UNAS Pro: 6 Months On — A Measured Look at Ubiquiti’s First NAS UPDATE 09/25 – UniFi just launched 4 MORE new products into the UNAS lineup. Below are links to the reviews of the new systems, alongside where you can buy them. Be aware, UniFi are kind of famous for running out of […]
Visiting a NAS Production Facility in Shenzhen, China – The CWWK Factory and Office Tour As part of a broader effort to explore the landscape of Chinese tech manufacturers, I recently visited the facilities of CWWK (ChangWang) in Shenzhen, China. CWWK is best known in enthusiast circles for producing NAS motherboards and compact computing solutions, […]
https://nascompares.com/podcasts/weekly/week14-2025.wav Recent tech news covers a range of storage and networking advancements. QNAP released a QTS update enhancing security and network features, while also discontinuing Google Photos backup in MARS due to API changes, and announcing new dual-port 10GbE network cards. OWC launched SoftRAID 8.5 with improved compatibility and new Jellyfish shared storage systems alongside […]
What Are Synology NAS Product Refreshes and Why Do They Matter? When Synology introduces a new wave of NAS devices, it’s easy to assume that each new model is a significant leap forward. However, many of these launches are better classified as product refreshes, not entirely new product lines. This distinction matters. A refresh typically […]
How to Upgrade Your Synology to 10GbE Cheaper with the Xikestor SKN-A113-Mini The XikeStor SKN-A113-Mini is a third-party 10GbE network adapter designed as a budget-friendly alternative to the official Synology E10G22-T1-MINI adapter for select NAS models, including the DS923+, DS723+, DS1522+, and RS422+. While both adapters provide similar networking capabilities, the XikeStor comes at a […]
Visiting a NAS Production Facility in Shenzhen, China – The CWWK Factory and Office Tour As part of a broader effort to explore the landscape of Chinese tech manufacturers, I recently visited the facilities of CWWK (ChangWang) in Shenzhen, China. CWWK is best known in enthusiast circles for producing NAS motherboards and compact computing solutions, […]
Synology DS401+ Review: A Big Leap in Data Portability Synology has once again redefined innovation with the launch of its latest device, the DS401+, a radical departure from traditional NAS design. Unlike anything in their existing lineup, the DS401+ is a compact, ultra-portable single-bay system that arrives with 8GB of pre-installed storage. While its modest […]
Updates on the Minisforum N5 and N5 Pro NAS Minisforum is no stranger to shaking up established markets. Known primarily for its innovative and compact mini PCs, the brand has now turned its attention to network-attached storage (NAS) solutions. Earlier this year at CES 2025, Minisforum unveiled the N5 Pro NAS — a five-bay, AI-optimized […]
Updates on the Minisforum N5 and N5 Pro NAS Minisforum is no stranger to shaking up established markets. Known primarily for its innovative and compact mini PCs, the brand has now turned its attention to network-attached storage (NAS) solutions. Earlier this year at CES 2025, Minisforum unveiled the N5 Pro NAS — a five-bay, AI-optimized […]
UGREEN NASync NAS: One Year Later – The Good, The Bad, and What’s Still Missing? One year ago, UGREEN made waves in the NAS industry by launching its NASync series through a hugely successful Kickstarter campaign, raising $6.6 million from over 13,000 backers. This new line of NAS devices aimed to offer a cost-effective alternative […]
UGREEN NASync NAS: One Year Later – The Good, The Bad, and What’s Still Missing? One year ago, UGREEN made waves in the NAS industry by launching its NASync series through a hugely successful Kickstarter campaign, raising $6.6 million from over 13,000 backers. This new line of NAS devices aimed to offer a cost-effective alternative […]
CWWK N355 DIY NAS Motherboard Review The CWWK N355 DIY NAS motherboard is a Mini-ITX board designed for users looking to build a compact yet powerful NAS system with high storage capacity and expansion potential. Featuring the Intel Twin Lake N355 processor, dual 2.5GbE networking, six SATA ports, and two NVMe slots, it balances performance […]
https://nascompares.com/podcasts/weekly/week12-2025.wav 1. Synology DSM Vulnerability Patched After PWN2OWN 2024 Disclosure Synology has resolved a man-in-the-middle vulnerability (CVE-2024-10444) that was disclosed during PWN2OWN 2024. The flaw allowed attackers to hijack admin sessions through improper certificate validation in DSM’s LDAP utilities. Affected Versions: DSM 7.1, 7.2.1, and 7.2.2.Resolution: Fixed in updates 7.1.1-42962-8, 7.2.1-69057-7, and 7.2.2-72806-3.Severity: CVSS 7.5 […]
How to Install TrueNAS Scale/Core on a Terramaster NAS If you’re new to private server storage, you’ve probably heard the phrase “everything runs on Linux.” While that’s not entirely true (many other platforms exist with their own foundations), Linux remains the dominant base for much of the software we use daily—including Network Attached Storage (NAS). […]
https://nascompares.com/podcasts/weekly/week11-2025.wav 1. UniFi U7 Pro XG & XGS: 10GbE Wi-Fi 7 APs for High-Density Networks UniFi has officially launched the U7 Pro XG ($199) and U7 Pro XGS ($299), both featuring 10GbE uplinks and Wi-Fi 7 for enterprise environments. XG Model: 6-stream, supports 300+ clients, PoE+ powered. XGS Model: 8-stream, supports 500+ clients, PoE++ powered, […]
