IRVINE, Calif., June 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Western
Digital Corporation ("Western Digital") (NASDAQ: WDC), a
global storage technology and solutions leader, today introduced
the WD Pro Series: My Passport® Wireless Pro Wi-Fi® mobile storage
and My Cloud® Pro Series network attached storage (NAS). Designed
specifically for the creative community, the WD Pro Series enables
seamless transfer of content between devices, with classic WD
reliability and speed, regardless of whether users are on a remote
shoot, in the studio or editing at home. The products use the My
Cloud mobile app – the new version of the app will be launched with
the My Passport Wireless Pro and My Cloud Pro Series and be
compatible with the Adobe® Creative Cloud®. In addition, both
the My Passport Wireless Pro and My Cloud Pro Series devices are
also compatible with the Plex™ Media Server and My Cloud OS 3
software for easy editing, streaming and sharing of content.
"Portability, reliability, capacity, speed and interoperability
are crucial for creative professionals, whose very livelihoods rely
on the strength of the technology they use to store their life's
work," said Sven Rathjen, vice
president of marketing for content solutions at WD. "We created the
WD Pro Series as a comprehensive, feature-rich storage solution
designed to fit seamlessly into their workflow, regardless of where
the work actually happens, so storage, transfer, back-up, editing
and even streaming options are readily available."
My Passport Wireless Pro
My Passport Wireless Pro Wi-Fi mobile storage lets creative
professionals and enthusiasts leave the laptop behind when on a
shoot. Using the direct Wi-Fi connection, creators can
automatically backup files from compatible cameras, as well as
save, edit and transfer work seamlessly from up to eight other
devices connected to the drive. Tethered connections are also
available for faster transfers and include a built-in SD card
reader as well as a USB 2.0 port.
Available in capacities up to 3TB, the My Passport Wireless Pro
device also features up to 10 hours of battery life* and a built-in
battery pack that can even be used to charge phones and other
devices like digital or video cameras.
To ensure creative professionals can continue to work while in
the field, My Passport Wireless Pro devices include compatibility
with Adobe's Creative Cloud for mobile photo and video editing, as
well as compatibility with Plex Media Server, which is capable of
playing up to four streams of content while on-the-go.
My Cloud Pro Series network attached storage
When the shoot is over and it's time for editing or studio work,
the My Cloud Pro Series NAS device takes the reins seamlessly.
Offering up to 32TB of storage, the My Cloud Pro Series NAS are
optimized to import from cameras/memory card readers and other USB
storage with a simple one touch backup button. Simply connect
your cameras and compatible USB storage devices, press a button,
and your new files are easily backed up/imported.
In addition to giving creative professionals and enthusiasts a
reliable place to store their files, this fast, high capacity drive
features a hardware accelerated video processor. Its powerful
transcoding capabilities mean the My Cloud Pro Series NAS can
ingest, edit, store and stream content to and from popular formats,
including 4K video. These capabilities compliment a robust,
integrated application suite, which includes compatibility with
Plex Media Server for storing and optimizing media libraries and
compatibility with Adobe's Creative Cloud for editing and
finalizing them.
The My Cloud Pro Series NAS gives the creative community
significantly more control while they are away from their
workstation, using WD's My Cloud app and MyCloud.com remote access,
and despite its professional caliber, is still easy to set up and
use.
Pricing and Availability
My Passport Wireless Pro Wi-Fi mobile storage is available today
in the WD store at wdstore.com and at select retailers, including
Amazon.com and distributors. My Passport Wireless Pro storage has a
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) ranging from
$229.99 up to $249.99 depending on capacity. The My Passport
Wireless Pro storage will offer a 2-year limited warranty. Terms
and conditions of WD's limited warranty may be found on the WD
website.
My Cloud Pro Series NAS devices are also available at
Amazon.com, B&H and the WD Store. Manufacturer's Suggested
Retail Price (MSRP) begins at $399.99
up to $1,649.99 depending on
configuration and capacity. The My Cloud Pro Series will also offer
a 2-year limited warranty for diskless models and 3-year limited
warranty for populated models. Terms Terms and conditions of WD's
limited warranty may be found on the WD website.
About Western Digital
Western Digital Corporation (NASDAQ: WDC) is an industry-leading
provider of storage technologies and solutions that enable people
to create, leverage, experience and preserve data. The company
addresses ever-changing market needs by providing a full portfolio
of compelling, high-quality storage solutions with customer-focused
innovation, high efficiency, flexibility and speed. Our products
are marketed under the HGST, SanDisk and WD brands to OEMs,
distributors, resellers, cloud infrastructure providers and
consumers.
*Based on streaming HD 720p, 3 Mbps video to one device over
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz single band only. Actual battery life depends on file
size, type, format, bitrate, devices connected, Wi-Fi connectivity,
settings and other factors.
Apps, services, and other features are subject to change based
on your location, software version, device model, and third party
service providers.
Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, My Cloud, My Passport, are
registered trademarks or trademarks of Western Digital Corporation
or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. Adobe and
Creative Cloud are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United
States and/or other countries. Plex and Plex Media Server
are trademarks of Plex and used under a license. Wi-Fi is a
registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance. Other trademarks,
registered trademarks, and/or service marks, indicated or
otherwise, are the property of their respective owners. Pictures
shown may vary from actual products. Product specifications subject
to change without notice. Not all products may be available in all
regions of the world. As used for storage capacity, one gigabyte =
one billion bytes and one terabyte = one trillion bytes. Total
accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment.
© 2016 Western Digital Corporation or its affiliates.
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