# Personal Cloud Storage Systems The 'Helios4' System Holds Up to Four Hard Drives By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-05-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-storage-system References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/helios4-personal-cloud-open-source-nas-system-11-05-2017/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/helios4/helios4-personal-cloud-the-worlds-1st-open-source) The 'Helios4' personal cloud storage system enables individuals and families to create a cloud-based storage option on their network in order to expand their storage and sharing capabilities without having to rely on subscriptions or memberships. The 'Helios4' is capable of holding up to [four hard drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wd-red-pro-g-drive) in the case in order to keep family photos, movie collections and music playlists stored securely. This means being able to backup essential data without having to have a [dedicated hard drive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/data-storage1) that connects physically to your computer system. The 'Helios4' personal cloud storage system enables families to get quick access to all of their data at any time without having to utilize subscriptions or traditional hard drives to do so. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Personal Cloud Storage:** Personal cloud storage systems such as 'Helios4' create opportunities for individuals and families to expand their storage capacities on their network and eliminate reliance on traditional hard drives and subscriptions. - **Network-based Storage:** The adoption of network-based storage systems like 'Helios4' is a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies seeking to improve their data management and accessibility. - **Cloud-based Backup Systems:** The development of cloud-based backup systems such as 'Helios4' creates an opportunity for service providers to offer cost-effective storage solutions to businesses and individuals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** Technology companies can leverage personal cloud storage systems such as 'Helios4' to provide their customers with an innovative storage solution, setting them apart from competitors. - **Data Storage:** The personal cloud storage market, including 'Helios4', presents the data storage industry with a market opportunity to offer high-capacity cloud-based storage solutions to businesses and individuals. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies could partner with personal cloud storage system providers like 'Helios4' to integrate the technology into their product offerings, providing their customers with a unique selling proposition in a crowded market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [At-Home Cloud Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-cloud-storage-system.md) - [Automated Backup Cloud Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synology-beestation.md) - [High-Power Personal Cloud Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icewhale-zimacube.md) - [Budget-Friendly Portable Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-nas.md) - [Unlimited Network Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/external-storage-solution.md) - [Living Space Cloud Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-cloud-system.md) - [Automated File Backup Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synology-beedrive.md) - [Connected Private Data Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/private-cloud-storage-system.md) - [Personal 4-Bay NAS Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diskstation-ds423.md)