Orico Unveils Enhancement Line for Mac Mini, Amplifying Apple's M4 Mini's Capabilities
Last year's most thrilling computer release for me was undoubtedly the new Apple Mac mini M4. This compact powerhouse is filled to the brim with processing strength and isn't much larger than an Apple TV. The mini Mac mini is even reasonably priced and is expected to draw in numerous new macOS users who are searching for an affordable Mac, especially those looking for an entry-level Mac.
Just like any small computer, the Mac mini M4 is bound to draw in accessory manufacturers eager to sell docks, hubs, and stands for expanding Apple's latest offering. One of those accessory companies is storage specialist Orico. The brand will be unveiling four new products aimed exclusively at the new Mac mini M4 at the forthcoming CES 2025 event in Las Vegas next week.
The Orico Mac Mini Enhancement Line has been designed to take full advantage of Apple's new Mac mini M4. The range offers stylish and budget-friendly ways of extending the Mac mini M4's storage and connectivity. The products are sure to appeal to graphic designers, video editors, content creators or anyone working from home who wants to boost their productivity.
The new Orico MiniStorage is a cost-effective external storage solution that increases the storage capacity of the Mac mini M4 while fitting seamlessly with Apple's sleek design. The MiniStorage can be fitted with solid-state storage ranging from 512GB to 4TB. The size and finish of the MiniStorage match the Mac mini M4 perfectly as it has identical dimensions for a seamless stacking fit.
The MiniLink is the second product from the Orico Mac Mini Enhancement Line and aside from providing extra storage options, it also offers a variety of additional ports with transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps, alleviating the Mac mini M4 from its port limitations and enhancing its efficiency.
With nine expansion ports, including three USB-A 10Gbps, SD, and microSD card slots, the MiniLink also has an M.2 NVMe SSD bay for adding storage up to 4TB. With ultra-fast 40Gbps SSD speeds, the MiniLink matches the Mac mini M4 perfectly in terms of aesthetics.
The Orico MiniStand is a 10-in-1 Dock Stand developed for the new Mac mini M4, which places the Mac mini vertically on top of the dock and saves desk space while enhancing the Mac mini M4's connectivity. The vertical design of the MiniStand minimizes the footprint by 45% and makes it much easier to turn on the Mac mini as the power button is typically located on the underside.
The extensive connectivity provided by the MiniStand includes ports for USB-A, USB-C, and HDMI, as well as SD/TF card slots. There's also a Gigabit Ethernet port for optimum compatibility. The MiniStand supports DIY SSD expansion using M.2 NVMe SSD, which can increase storage by up to 8TB. Users can configure their Mac's storage options to meet their needs.
Finally, the MiniShelf is the fourth product in the Orico Mac Mini Enhancement Line and has been designed for professionals working in video editing, audio production, and graphic design. The Orico MiniShelf provides hybrid storage expansion with a choice of SSD options up to 8TB and, in addition, up to 48TB of space using traditional hard drives.
The MiniShelf can be configured to operate as a RAID drive in RAID 0, RAID 1 or normal mode for enhanced data security. With USB-A ports and SD 3.0 slots for handling large file transfers, the MiniShelf is perfect for ingesting massive amounts of video files.
Thanks to multi-system compatibility, the MiniShelf can work with macOS, Windows, and Linux for those users with diverse workflows. The MiniShelf is also ideal for creators who need a lot of high-speed storage options beyond the SSD offered by Apple when ordering a Mac mini M4.
Pricing & Availability: The new Orico MacMini Enhancement Line will be launched at CES 2025. Prices start from $99 / £90 / €99 for the MiniStorage with 512GB, but the cost of each unit depends on the storage capacity ordered.
The MiniStorage from Orico's Mac Mini Enhancement Line is a great accessory for those needing additional storage for their Mac mini M4. This external storage solution fits perfectly with Apple's design and can accommodate solid-state storage ranging from 512GB to 4TB.
The MiniLink, another product from Orico, provides extra storage options and additional ports for the Mac mini M4. With a variety of ports and an M.2 NVMe SSD bay, it can enhance the Mac mini M4's efficiency and aesthetics with speeds up to 40Gbps.
At the upcoming CES 2025 event, Orico will be presenting four new products specifically tailored for the new Mac mini M4. Alongside the MiniStorage and MiniLink, they will also introduce the MiniStand, a 10-in-1 Dock Stand that saves desk space and enhances the Mac mini M4's connectivity.
