A New Era of Mobile Photography: Samsung T9 Mobile SSD Empowers Professional Video Creation with iPhone

A New Era of Mobile Photography: Samsung T9 Mobile SSD Empowers Professional Video Creation with iPhoneSince the release of the Sharp J-SH04 in the summer of 2000, mobile photography capabilities have evolved over 24 years. From the initial 110,000-pixel single camera to today's multi-camera systems with up to 100 million pixels, and the introduction of periscope lenses and super-telephoto technology, modern smartphones have already met the needs of most imaging requirements

A New Era of Mobile Photography: Samsung T9 Mobile SSD Empowers Professional Video Creation with iPhone

Since the release of the Sharp J-SH04 in the summer of 2000, mobile photography capabilities have evolved over 24 years. From the initial 110,000-pixel single camera to today's multi-camera systems with up to 100 million pixels, and the introduction of periscope lenses and super-telephoto technology, modern smartphones have already met the needs of most imaging requirements. In this revolution, iPhone has played a key role, especially in video recording. It has earned its place as the top dog in mobile video shooting, thanks to its stabilization, dynamic range, color reproduction, and other advantages. With the introduction of ProRes video format support on the iPhone 13 Pro series, Apple's video recording capabilities have once again reached a new height. The complete lossless video recording functionality provides professional video teams with the possibility of using iPhone for high-quality video production. The "Apple New Year's Film" series that has been popular in recent years is a typical example. For instance, the 2024 New Year short film "Little Garlic" partially used the iPhone 15 Pro Max in combination with an external Samsung T7 mobile hard drive for shooting and recording, resulting in stunning visuals that have inspired many users to try filming similar blockbusters with their iPhones.

However, reality often falls short of expectations. Although the iPhone Pro series boasts exceptional imaging capabilities, Apple's "every inch of space is gold" storage pricing strategy still causes headaches for many users who opted for the 128GB or 256GB storage versions. Just 35 seconds of ProRes Log format 4K/60fps video can take up a massive 6.43GB of storage space, which is undoubtedly a huge challenge for limited built-in storage.

So, is there a way to fully harness the power of Apple's ProRes recording while allowing users to create freely and take their professionalism to the next level?

Today, we bring an innovative solution: combining a mobile expansion metal frame with Samsung's top-of-the-line T9 mobile SSD to create a truly "professional" mobile imaging capture system. This combination not only solves storage woes but also unlocks more possibilities for your mobile image creation.

Focusing on iPhone 15 Pro: Professional Performance Upgraded

First, let's focus on the star of video shooting the iPhone 15 Pro. As Apple's first flagship phone equipped with a USB-C port, it supports the USB3 transmission protocol, achieving a peak transfer rate of up to 10Gbps, effortlessly handling data transfer needs for 4K ProRes video. Coupled with the iOS 17 system, the iPhone 15 Pro also supports remote zoom control and monitoring features, significantly enhancing its professional performance.

Samsung T9: Flagship Mobile SSD Powering Professional Creation

Next, let's introduce today's storage hero the Samsung T9 mobile SSD. As a flagship product from Samsung, the T9 adopts a low-key black tone, highlighting its professional nature. In design, the T9 utilizes rubber material, incorporating curved corner diagonals and reverse dot design, combined with a carbon fiber texture. This not only offers a refined visual experience but also significantly improves grip comfort and drop resistance.

In terms of size, the T9 measures 88x60x14mm, comparable to the T7, similar to the size of a business card, making it highly portable. Weight-wise, the T9 weighs approximately 122g, slightly heavier than the T7 by about 20g. However, in the era of flagship phones generally exceeding 200g, 122g still feels lightweight. Even when combined with a phone stand, it doesn't significantly increase the burden.

Performance-wise, the T9 employs a single Type-C interface, supporting the highest USB3.2Gen2x2 standard, with a theoretical bandwidth of up to 20Gbps (2000MB/s). The T9's default exFAT file system format is compatible with the Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS platforms, perfectly matching the USB3 interface of the iPhone 15 Pro series.

Seamless Integration, Enjoying the Professional Shooting Experience

In actual use, connect the T9 to the iPhone via the stand, activate ProResHDR60fps 4K mode for recording, a USB-C icon will appear at the bottom of the phone's interface, indicating that the hard drive is automatically recognized and video is directly stored in it. The recording interface top displays the maximum recording time as 144 minutes; we chose the 2TB version of the hard drive. If it's 4TB, the recording time will reach around 300 minutes, sufficient for the needs of a professional film negative shoot. It's worth noting that without an external hard drive, the iPhone cannot record ProRes4KHDR60fps video content. This professional video stream is, in essence, specifically designed for users with external hard drive capabilities.

Furthermore, the T9 can be used as an extended storage device for the iPhone. Simply connect the hard drive, and you can effortlessly transfer photos, videos, and other content from your phone to the T9, simplifying file management significantly.

Multi-Platform Compatibility, Expanding Creative Boundaries

This combination fully leverages the iPhone's powerful video recording capabilities, while the addition of the T9 addresses storage capacity limitations, providing creators with greater freedom. It's worth mentioning that this stand combination is also compatible with the iPhone 15 Pro Max and various Android flagship models. The T9 seamlessly connects with any device equipped with a USB-C interface, enabling users to effortlessly transfer footage from their phones to a computer for post-processing after shooting, even supporting direct editing on the mobile hard drive.

For enthusiasts with dreams of shooting blockbusters, professional film creators, or film students, this professional pairing is undoubtedly the ideal choice, destined to be a powerful helper in improving creation efficiency.

Samsung T9: A Quality Choice for Professional Creation

Currently, purchasing a Samsung T9 mobile SSD from the Samsung Storage JD Flagship Store allows participation in the "Super 18" JD 3C digital event. Not only can you enjoy pleasantly surprising prices, but you can also participate in a share-and-win event for a 100-yuan E Card. Additionally, the JD-exclusive T9 Space Gray color is available. Seize the opportunity before the summer heat subsides and get your T9 to film a dream-chasing summer blockbuster with your phone!