For those looking for the utmost secrecy and security for their sensitive data and, perhaps, classified video files and footage, the new OWC Guardian is a USB-C hardware-encrypted portable SSD that aims to give creators a new level of peace of mind when it comes to data security.

Set to work with smartphone-level ease of operation, the OWC Guardian might not be for everyone, however, if you do care about security, or at least the peace of mind that comes from such high-level safeguards, it could be a nice option for working with all types of files, folders, and assets.

Let’s quickly look at the OWC Guardian and see what it could offer for your data storage and security concerns.

Introducing the OWC Guardian

Safe and easy to operate is the name of the game here, as users can just connect the bus-powered OWC Guardian to any USB-C equipped Mac, iPad Pro, or PC, enter their password, and drag and drop files and folders with a fingertip touch on the color screen.

Regardless of your operating system, the OWC Guardian can automatically encrypt your data when writing and decrypt it when you need to read it. Even if your OWC Guardian is lost or stolen and the internal SSD is removed, your data cannot be accessed without the correct password.

Whether you want to keep personal files safe from prying eyes or have highly sensitive business information that cannot be compromised, the OWC Guardian gives you peace of mind data security with smartphone-like ease of operation.

The Highest Level of Encryption

OWC storage solutions are designed and created to be the best in all aspects, but for the OWC Guardian in particular, the focus is doubly on security as the palm-sized OWC Guardian features hardware-based military grade encryption.

The OWC Aura SSD inside Guardian has a built-in 256-bit AES OPAL cryptoprocessor to keep your data continuously protected without slowing down your machine with encryption tasks. On top of that, the OWC Guardian’s physical access design ensures you’ll also never have to worry about malware, hacking, or brute force attempts to acquire your data.

And while the OWC Guardian is ideal for keeping your data and content protected anywhere you travel, users can also utilize its awesome performance to level up their portable productivity. With up to 1,000MB/s real-world read/write speed, users can transfer huge files, backup data, and edit 4K videos in a flash.

Price and Availability

Here are some of the key specs and price options.

Easy Encryption: Data is automatically encrypted when written and decrypted when readSecure and Efficient: 256-bit AES OPAL hardware encryption for the highest level of data security with no impact on computer processor performanceBlazing Fast: Up to 1000MB/s real-world read and write speedsIntuitive Operation: Color touch screen for smartphone-like operationPassword Protected: Programmable password access and attempts with numeric PIN or passphrase modes to prevent unauthorized data accessPlatform Independent: Data is encrypted regardless if used with a Mac, iPad Pro, or PCSafe and Sound: Anodized aluminum body for optimal heat dissipation and impact protectionConvenient: Bus-powered with included USB-C cable3-Year OWC Limited Warranty
The OWC Guardian is out and available now on OWC’s website

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