Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Last month, OWC announced the launch of its OWC Envoy Pro ...

This drive reads and writes at 2GBps via Thunderbolt 3 and 1GBps via Gen 2 (10Gbps) USB. This allows for speedy transfers with Macs and Windows machines. It’s also nice looking with a good heft to it.

The Envoy Pro FX from OWC is advertised as everything you want in a portable SSD: flexible plug & play compatible, rugged and extremely fast. Does it live up to the billing? OWC sent me one to try out ...

To demonstrate over-the-top toughness, OWC sent the Envoy Pro FX into space aboard the Blue Origin New Shepard. Realistically, it’s probably tougher than you need unless you’re planning a canoe trip ...