Xiaomi Wankeyun WS1608 (OneThing Cloud) First REVIEW: Create Your Own Cloud Storage!

As you know, storing many photos, videos or documents is very expensive. Every photographer or videographer faced the problem of memory lack on computer. Many people find a solution in cloud storage, such as Google Drive or OneDrive. Xiaomi offers a more convenient and cost-effective solution to the problem – Wankeyun WS1608.

Xiaomi Wankeyun WS1608 is an external disk array or your personal cloud storage. The device connects to a home network, and offers access to your personal files from any device around the world. Wankeyun WS1608 is equipped with 8GB of eMMC internal memory, but you can connect up to 8 TB hard drives using two USB ports.

In the first review of Wankeyun WS1608 we will find out main features of this device, and why you need it.

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Please note: Xiaomi Wankeyun WS1608 is the same OneThing Cloud. The first name is used in the Chinese market, while the second one – in the international. In this article we will call this device under both names.

Xiaomi Wankeyun WS1608: Specifications

Processor: ARM;
Kernels: four;
Frequency: 1.5 GHz;
RAM: 1GB DDR3;
Built-in memory: 8GB EMMC;
Operating system: Linux;
Maximum capacity: 8 TB;
Dimensions: 14.5 x 9 x 4.3 cm;
Weight: 350 g.

OneThing Cloud: Design

Wankeyun WS1608 has a rectangular shape, matte black with a glossy front panel. Also, the device is available in blue and orange. The disk array is made of anodized aluminum alloy with a front transparent panel.

The dimensions are 14.5 x 9 x 4.3 cm, and the weight is 350 grams. On the front panel we can see a small white company logo. When the device is working – the logo glows blue.

The rear panel contains ports and connectors for connecting various devices and expanding memory. There are two USB 2.0 ports, Ethernet, RJ45, HDMI and a connector for an SD memory card on the back.

One of the features of OneThing Cloud is that you can insert SD card from your camera or smartphone, and then all files will be automatically copied. You don’t need to use a computer or laptop to back up files. Everything is very simple and convenient.

Xiaomi Wankeyun WS1608 comes with power adapter, charging cable and user manual.

Xiaomi Wankeyun WS1608: Functions

As you already understood, Wankeyun WS1608 is an unusual device. It is used to create a personal cloud storage at home. After setting up and connecting OneThing Cloud to your home network, you will have access to personal files from any device and anywhere in the world.

You can connect to the cloud storage not only with your smartphone and computer, but also with a tablet, camera and TV. If necessary, you can configure to back up all files from your devices automatically to Wankeyun WS1608.

Using the ports on the back panel, you can connect a disk array to TV or monitor, and then watch your favorite movies in high resolution. It is better to use a special application called OneThing Cloud.

OneThing Cloud automatically sorts files into categories depending on format: images, videos, music or documents. Thus, it becomes much more convenient to find the necessary file.

The new device will be interesting to those people who are worried about leak of personal data to Internet giants such as Google. Wankeyun WS1608 uses encrypted channels for data transfer, so no one can intercept your files. Also, the storage uses additional security mechanisms so that no one can hack it.

OneThing Cloud offers good performance: an integrated quad-core processor and GB of RAM. High performance is necessary to store frequently used files in the cache, so you have quick access to them.

As for the internal memory, Xiaomi Wankeyun WS1608 has 8GB eMMC. Using RJ-45 connector, you can transfer a file at a speed of 1Gbps.

As we wrote earlier, Wankeyun WS1608 is equipped with two USB ports. Thus, you can connect external drives up to 8 TB.

Another feature of OneThing Cloud is a special video decoding chip. He guarantees that high-resolution movies will be played even on old TVs.

Xiaomi Wankeyun WS1608: Price

Wankeyun WS1608 is a very interesting and useful device, especially if you need to store many photos, videos or music. You will have access to your personal files anytime, anywhere and from any device. In short, using OneThing Cloud, you can create your own 8TB cloud storage.

The price of Xiaomi Wankeyun WS1608 is $109 in Chinese online stores. Below we will leave links to the best deals.

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Source: onethingcloud