UGREEN just announced the NASync iDX Series - a new flagship AI-powered NAS lineup with on-device intelligence that keeps your files private and organized. If you've been meaning to get serious about backing up your family's photos, videos, and documents, UGREEN's expanding NAS ecosystem now covers every budget and skill level.
Do You Own Your Home Or Rent?
- UGREEN's NAS family ranges from the beginner-friendly DH Series (easy family backups) to the new AI-powered iDX Series (local AI processing and serious compute), so there's an entry point regardless of budget.
- The new iDX6011 starts at $999 during the super early bird pre-order - significant hardware for the price, but the more accessible DH Series remains the smart starting point for most families.
- On-device AI means your family photos and files get smart search and automatic organization without sending anything to third-party cloud servers.
- A $30 refundable deposit locks in early pricing through the Kickstarter launch in March, and you can change models before committing.
- Everything runs on UGREEN's UGOS Pro operating system, which is designed to be approachable even if you've never touched a NAS before.
Here's the honest truth about cloud storage: you're renting space on someone else's computer, and the monthly fees add up fast once your family starts generating real volume. Between your phone shooting 4K video, the photos from date night and family weekends, and every important document you'd rather not lose, those free storage tiers disappear quickly. For anyone in early career mode building a financial foundation, those recurring charges are exactly the kind of lifestyle inflation that quietly adds up.
We started with a UGREEN DH2300 (review on ManTripping.com), and it changed our whole approach to family backups. The setup was straightforward, the mobile app makes accessing files from anywhere painless, and knowing our data lives on hardware we control - not a subscription service that could change terms or raise prices - provides genuine peace of mind. If money's tight, a DH Series unit is the smartest first move. It handles photo backup, file sharing between devices, and basic media serving without requiring a networking degree.
Local AI and 196TB of Storage in UGREEN's New Flagship NAS
The new NASync iDX Series sits at the top of UGREEN's lineup. The iDX6011 runs an Intel Core Ultra 5 processor with 14 cores, up to 64GB of memory, and six drive bays supporting up to 196TB of storage. The iDX6011 Pro steps up to Intel's Core Ultra 7 with 96 TOPS of AI compute power, dual 10GbE ethernet, Thunderbolt 4, and a PCIe expansion slot.
The headline feature is on-device AI processing. UGREEN has embedded a local large language model directly into the NAS, powering natural language file search, AI-assisted photo organization that recognizes faces and scenes, document summarization, and voice memo transcription. The critical detail for anyone thinking about privacy: all of this runs locally. Your family's photos and documents never leave your network.
A NAS for Every Budget From Entry-Level Backup to AI Powerhouse
If you're new to NAS hardware, UGREEN has organized their lineup so you can start where it makes sense and grow from there. The DH Series is the entry point - intuitive setup, reliable storage, and practical features that handle family backup without complexity. Think of it as the "set it up on a Saturday afternoon" option.
The DXP Series is the middle ground for anyone who wants more performance and flexibility - it's where enthusiasts and small teams tend to land. And the new iDX Series is the flagship with AI processing and workstation-level specs. When you're ready to invest in a system you won't outgrow, this is where the ecosystem is heading.
Early Bird Pricing Saves Up to $1,040 Before the Kickstarter Launch
The iDX Series is available for super early bird pre-order on the official UGREEN website with a $30 refundable deposit:
iDX6011 (32GB): $999 super early bird / $1,699 MSRP
iDX6011 (64GB): $1,199 super early bird / $1,999 MSRP
iDX6011 Pro (64GB): $1,559 super early bird / $2,599 MSRP
The early bird window runs through March, followed by a Kickstarter campaign with 30% off MSRP pricing. Shipping begins in May.
On a realistic budget, start with a DH Series for reliable family backup - it'll run you a fraction of the flagship price and handle everything a new dad or newly married couple needs. When budget allows, the iDX6011 at $999 during pre-order is where you step into serious hardware that grows with you.
Your Family's Data Strategy Deserves An Upgrade
The iDX Series represents where personal data management is heading - AI that works for you without compromising your family's privacy. Even if the flagship isn't in the cards right now, UGREEN's software experience through UGOS Pro is consistent across the lineup, so starting with a DH Series and scaling up later means you're not learning a new system every time you upgrade.
Here's a detail worth filing away: the iDX6011 Pro runs at just 29-34 dB under load. That's quieter than a typical conversation, which means it sits comfortably in a home office or living room without becoming another noise source in an already loud house.
If you are just starting out, their DH2300 and the DH4300 are great options and can continue to be part of your family's data strategy even if you upgrade to one of their newest systems. Or gift the DH2300 to your kid going off to college and keep this one at home so they can sync family vacation photos and important documents while still getting the benefits of the Ai NAS when they connect to it remotely!
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