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Ugreen has launched an AI-powered NAS with high RAM options (up to 64GB) and advanced features like universal search, AI photo categorization, and offline language processing, targeting both consumers and professionals, with prices starting at $999 for preorders.
The article reviews the Terramaster F4-425 NAS, highlighting its ease of setup, large storage capacity, and versatile features for home use, making it a cost-effective solution for centralized data storage, backup, and media management. Despite some complexity in setup for less tech-savvy users, it offers fast performance and multiple functionalities, proving to be a worthwhile investment for home data management.
A first-time NAS user reviews the UGREEN DH2300, finding it an affordable, easy-to-use option capable of running a home media server with standard drives, despite some limitations like fixed RAM and lack of M.2 support. It effectively streams media without transcoding and is suitable for beginners wanting to digitize their media collection without high-end hardware.
The Terramaster F4-425 is a cost-effective 4-bay NAS device offering extensive storage, user-friendly setup, and versatile features like media serving and file synchronization, making it suitable for home or small business use, though some setup complexity may challenge less experienced users.
Synology has reversed some of its previous drive restrictions on its 2025 model NAS devices, allowing the use of non-verified third-party drives with the latest DSM update, after facing customer feedback and criticism over its earlier policies that mandated expensive Synology-branded drives for reliability and performance.
A recent firmware update for QNAP NAS devices caused access issues for many users, prompting the company to withdraw the update and release a fixed version within 24 hours. Despite QNAP's quick response, users reported problems across various models, including access denial and boot issues. The company's support response has been criticized, leaving some users concerned about the reliability of their storage systems.
QNAP NAS users are experiencing login issues after a problematic firmware update, QTS 5.2.2.2950, which was initially released and then withdrawn due to user complaints. The update affected certain models in the TS-x53D and TS-x51 series, leaving users unable to access their devices even after resets. QNAP has re-released a stable version and advises affected users to either downgrade or contact tech support, though some users report a lack of response from support. This incident highlights ongoing challenges with software updates in the tech industry.
Kendrick Lamar's surprise album 'GNX' has sparked reactions from fellow artists Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, and Nas, who are mentioned in the track "Wacced Out Murals." Lil Wayne humorously questioned his mention, Snoop Dogg praised the album, and Nas expressed admiration for Lamar. Meanwhile, Father John Misty, not mentioned in the album, playfully released a "diss track" titled "God's Trash" in response to the album's timing.
Kendrick Lamar's surprise album features the track "Wacced Out Murals," where he namechecks Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, and Nas. Lil Wayne expressed frustration over being mentioned, especially regarding Lamar's selection for the Super Bowl Halftime Show. Nas showed support for Lamar, praising him on Instagram. Snoop Dogg humorously confirmed Lamar's reference to his AI-assisted track with Drake, attributing it to edibles.
Snoop Dogg humorously responded to Kendrick Lamar's call-out on his new album by attributing his actions to edibles, while also praising Kendrick as the "west west king." Kendrick's track also mentions Lil Wayne and Nas, prompting responses from both artists. Snoop is preparing to release a new album, "Missionary," produced by Dr. Dre.
The digital ecosystem and technological advancements have transformed the way music is honored and remembered, impacting the traditional album format. Nas' 1994 album "Illmatic" serves as a prime example of this shift, gaining recognition over time despite its initial low commercial success. The rise of social media, streaming, and artificial intelligence has reshaped music creation and distribution, challenging the traditional album structure. While the album format persists, the way music is consumed, discussed, and revered has evolved significantly, raising questions about the future of music appreciation and the enduring legacy of iconic albums like "Illmatic."
In celebration of World Backup Day, consider investing in a network attached storage (NAS) for data protection, with Synology offering three recommended models: DS223j, DS224+, and DS1522+. NAS provides cost-effective ownership of storage and supports the 3-2-1 backup rule. Synology's NAS are known for their reliability, ease of use, and robust app support. World Backup Day also brings discounts on hard drives and SSDs, making it the perfect time to invest in storage solutions.
QNAP has disclosed and released fixes for two new vulnerabilities, one of which is a zero-day discovered in early November. There is confusion over the severity of the security problem, with QNAP assigning a middling severity score while Unit 42 and the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) express more urgent concerns. The vulnerabilities, including command injection flaws, affect various QNAP firmware versions and could lead to remote code execution. The company's disclosure process has been marred by disagreements over coordination and patch release dates. Users are advised to apply patches quickly and upgrade to the latest available firmware versions.
Tracy Morgan discovered that he and his longtime friend, rapper Nas, are actually third cousins on his mom's side while participating in an episode of the PBS series "Finding Your Roots." Morgan immediately called Nas to share the news, and both were moved to tears. Morgan emphasized the importance of knowing one's ancestry and where they come from. The episode featuring Morgan will air on February 20th.
Comedian Tracy Morgan shocked fans by revealing on a podcast that he recently discovered he is related to rapper Nas after taking a DNA test. The surprising revelation came as a shock to Morgan, who already considered Nas a close friend. The full story will be shared on an upcoming episode of PBS' "Finding Your Roots." Morgan emphasized the importance of knowing one's heritage and expressed his emotional reaction to the discovery.