Computer — Storage — May 4th, 2026

Crushing shortages have pushed long-term supply agreements for SSDs and HDDs to record five years — large customers are signing large contracts
Companies sign on the dotted line.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 27th, 2026

Sync.com review: Superb online device sync and backup
This online storage service syncs your files across multiple devices but also allows you to back up to its single device vault.
April 27th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 26th, 2026

Extreme stability in ultrafast nanomagnetism aids the development of faster data storage
For the first time, researchers have mapped how the boundaries of magnetic nanostructures behave on extremely short timescales. The work of physicist Johan Mentink of Radboud University shows that these boundaries are much more stable than previously thought. This insight will aid the development of future ultra-fast and compact data storage.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 24th, 2026

Kioxia Unveils BG8 SSDs With PCIe 5.0 Speeds for Mainstream PCs
Kioxia is continuing its effort to bring more affordable storage options to the mainstream market, this time with the introduction of its BG8 series that aims to deliver PCI Express 5.0 speeds to a range of consumer systems, including thin and light laptops, and desktops as well. It's also targeting the commercial segment, though the main focus appears to be PC OEMs.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Your SSD May Be in the Wrong M.2 Slot — Here's How to Tell
One of the easiest mistakes to make when building or upgrading a PC is assuming that every M.2 slot on a motherboard is basically the same. After all, they all look nearly identical and take the same "gum stick-shaped" drives. Motherboard marketing pages love to list "4 x M.2" as though that number alone tells the whole story, but in practice, these slots can behave very differently.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 23rd, 2026

Apricorn expands its hardware-encrypted drive lineup with a new 32TB desktop model
Apricorn, a leading manufacturer of software-free, hardware-encrypted USB data storage devices, has unveiled a new 32TB version of its Aegis Padlock DT FIPS external drive. It is aimed at organizations that store large volumes of sensitive data and need offline backups that remain isolated from connected systems.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

ASUSTOR Lockerstor 24R Pro Gen2 Available Now for Enterprise Storage and Virtualization
ASUSTOR has announced the availability of the Lockerstor 24R Pro Gen2 (AS7224RDX), a higher-end rackmount NAS for enterprise and multi-user deployments, pairing a 24-bay chassis with AMD's Ryzen 7 Pro 7745 processor. The AMD chip delivers 8 cores, 16 threads, and boost speeds up to 5.3 GHz. The system is designed for virtualization, container workloads, and heavy use of shared storage.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Everpure 'takes the hit' as AI-fueled supply crunch drives prices up 70%
Storage vendor predicts current crunch will outlast COVID disruptions
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

HighPoint launches Gen5 NVMe Boot RAID and Switch Adapters
HighPoint Technologies has introduced a new line of PCIe Gen5 x16 NVMe Boot RAID and Switch add-in cards and adapters for server and storage deployments.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Kioxia Introduces New Mainstream KIOXIA BG8 Series SSDs for PC OEMs
Kioxia Corporation today announced the KIOXIA BG8 Series solid state drives (SSDs), the next evolution of its client SSD lineup designed for PC OEM customers. Delivering PCIe 5.0 speed to the mainstream segment, the KIOXIA BG8 Series combines next-generation capability with efficient operation and broad design flexibility for slim laptops, commercial and consumer notebooks, and desktop systems.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

LincStation E1 is a cheap NAS that supports up 2 HDDs + 2 SSDs (crowdfunding for $129 and up)
The LincStation E1 from LincPlus is a compact network-attached storage device that measures just 219 x 88 x 140mm (8.6″ x 3.5″ x 5.5″). But it's a versatile little system with support for up to 76TB of total storage if you max out its four storage options: two bays for SATA hard drives and two M.2 2280 slots with support for up to two SSDs (limited to PCIe 3.0 x1 speeds).
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Samsung and Kingston Trigger New SSD Price Hike Above Ten Percent
The storage market is seeing renewed upward pressure as Samsung Electronics and Kingston Technology move to increase SSD pricing by more than 10 percent. Both companies have notified their distribution partners, with Samsung already implementing higher cost pricing and Kingston applying a similar increase across its full SSD portfolio within the same timeframe. Samsung, as the largest global NAND flash manufacturer, plays a central role in setting baseline pricing trends across the industry. Kingston, meanwhile, maintains a dominant position in the consumer SSD and memory market.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Seagate FireCuda X Vault (8TB) review: A USB-powered, RGB-lit hard drive aimed at gamers
Choose from 8 or 20TB of glowing spinning-platter storage for your archived game streams (or whatever needs storing).
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Seagate Firecuda X Vault review: The cheap answer to rising SSD prices
The X Vault is the first 3.5-inch HDD we've seen that can run solely on USB bus power (15W required) and it delivers 8TB or 20TB of capacity for mega game collections!
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Seagate Refreshes Storage Lineup Across Seagate, FireCuda, and LaCie Brands
Seagate has refreshed its consumer and prosumer storage lineup across three brands, with new options under the Seagate, FireCuda, and LaCie names targeting everything from everyday backup to high-end creative production. The most straightforward of the three is the Seagate One Touch desktop drive, available in 8 TB, 20 TB, and 24 TB. It uses a single USB-C cable for both power and data, no external power brick needed, and it works with Windows and Mac out of the box. Seagate included its Toolkit backup software and Rescue Data Recovery Services.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

The antivirus feature I skip on every SSD-powered PC
Modern hardware requires modern solutions.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

TrueNAS Expands Enterprise Portfolio with V160 Hybrid Storage System
TrueNAS has introduced the V160, a new addition to its enterprise appliance portfolio designed to support larger, more dynamic workloads. The platform targets organizations that balance performance requirements with cost control, especially as flash pricing volatility continues to affect infrastructure planning.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 21st, 2026

ASUS Announces ProArt PA40SU USB4 SSD Enclosure
ASUS today announced ProArt PA40SU, a premium external SSD enclosure designed for creators who require fast, stable storage in a refined, portable form factor. USB4 technology enables transfer speeds of up to 40 Gbps for efficient handling of large media files and backups.
April 21st, 2026 — Source

ASUS Introduces ProArt PA40SU USB4 SSD Enclosure with Active Cooling
ASUS has announced the ProArt PA40SU, a USB4-based external SSD enclosure designed for professional content creators and high-throughput storage workflows. The enclosure leverages USB4 connectivity to deliver transfer speeds of up to 40 Gbps, enabling efficient handling of large datasets such as 4K video projects, raw media assets, and system backups. It supports NVMe M.2 SSDs in both 2230 and 2280 form factors, allowing users to tailor storage capacity and performance based on specific requirements. A key feature of the PA40SU is its active cooling design.
April 21st, 2026 — Source

Kioxia Unveils Value-Oriented QLC-based KIOXIA EG7 Series SSDs for PC OEMs
Kioxia Corporation today announced KIOXIA EG7 Series solid state drives (SSDs), the first client solution to adopt Kioxia's BiCS FLASH generation 8 4-bit-per-cell, quadruple-level cell (QLC) technology. The QLC-based KIOXIA EG7 Series delivers equivalent performance as TLC-based solutions, enabling better total cost of ownership (TCO) for value-oriented slim laptops, as well as commercial and consumer notebooks and desktops.
April 21st, 2026 — Source

Kioxia's New EG7 SSDs Promise Fast and Cheap Storage for PC Makers
Kioxia is rolling out a new solid state drive (SSD) line, the EG7 series, that is its first client solution to feature the company's BiCS Flash generation 8 4-bit-per-cell, quadruple-level cell (QLC) technology, the company announced today. Or put in plain English, Kioxia's newest SSDs aim to deliver more affordable storage options for PC OEMs. The launch comes four months after Kioxia unveiled its value-driven Exceria G3 SSDs to quell storage price hike anxiety.
April 21st, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 17th, 2026

Someone discovered Seagate's Xbox Storage Expansion cards can be used on PC — which has made their value more meaningful with these discounts
The Seagate Storage Expansion Cards are costly but reliable ways to expand your Xbox storage, but thanks to these discounts and a recent discovery that an accessory can make them usable on PC, their value has doubled
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Zhitai Launches TiPlus 9100 PCIe 5.0 M.2 NVMe SSD Series
Zhitai, the consumer-facing brand of YMTC, has launched the TiPlus 9100, its first PCIe 5.0 entry in the TiPlus lineup. The drive is built on YMTC Xtacking 4.0 NAND technology and targets gaming laptops, thin portables, and desktop builds. Currently, Zhitai is offering the TiPlus 9100 NVMe M.2 SSDs with capacities of 1 TB, 2 TB and 4 TB. This isn't YMTC's first PCIe 5.0 client SSD, back in March the company launched the PC550, a four-channel Gen 5 drive built on the same Xtacking 4.0 NAND and rated at up to 10,500 MB/s sequential read. The TiPlus 9100 steps that up considerably with a faster controller, pushing 12,000 MB/s and targeting the higher end of the Gen 5 performance.
April 17th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 14th, 2026

ADATA Launches URBAN TAPSAFE External SSD
ADATA Technology Co., Ltd., a leading global provider of memory and storage solutions, today announced the launch of the URBAN TAPSAFE External SSD, marking the debut of its new URBAN series. Inspired by the rhythm of modern urban life, the URBAN series is designed to deliver flexible, efficient storage tailored to today's mobile users. The URBAN TAPSAFE combines high-speed performance with an intuitive NFC tap unlock mechanism, integrating powerful data protection into a compact and lightweight design. It enables users to securely access and manage important data with ease across a wide range of on-the-go scenarios.
April 14th, 2026 — Source

Chinese SSD Maker, PetaIO, Unveils PCIe Gen6 SSD With CXL 3.0: Over 28 GB/s & 50M IOPS
PetaIO, a Chinese storage solutions provider based in Nanjing, China, has unveiled its next-gen PCIe Gen6 SSDs with over 28 GB/s speeds.
April 14th, 2026 — Source

Investigation: Even USB flash drives and SD cards are becoming unaffordable
Over the last year, USB drives, SD, and MicroSD storage cards have shot up in price, just like RAM and SSDs.
April 14th, 2026 — Source

Why Video Editors Are Ditching Cloud Subscriptions for NAS In 2026
The digital storage landscape in 2026 presents a pivotal decision between Network Attached Storage (NAS) and cloud-based platforms such as Google Drive, Dropbox and iCloud. According to SpaceRex, NAS stands out for users handling large files, like video editors or photographers, by offering faster local access and eliminating ongoing subscription fees. However, it requires a significant initial investment and technical know-how for setup and maintenance, contrasting with the convenience and accessibility of cloud storage, which depends on reliable internet connectivity.
April 14th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 13th, 2026

Piodata Unveils the SecureX Flash Drive
PIODATA today announced the launch of the SecureX Security Flash Drive, a next-generation USB storage solution engineered for professionals who require uncompromising data protection and backup with immediate, offline accessibility. Designed for high-stakes environments—including medical, military, and technology sectors—SecureX delivers a secure, portable alternative to cloud storage that is always within reach and ready to perform.
April 13th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 11th, 2026

ORICO X50 Thunderbolt 5 Portable SSD review: Blazing speeds and innovative cooling
tldr: The X50 meets the expectations of a Thunderbolt 5 SSD enclosure, but it's not dust-tight or waterproof.
April 11th, 2026 — Source

Reshore semiconductor manufacturing to UK and US to meet sustainability goals, study says
Making semiconductors in the UK and the US would be the most sustainable way to manufacture the materials that power every electronic device on the planet, according to new research from the University of Sheffield.
April 11th, 2026 — Source

These Hacks Can Free Up Your Google Drive Storage at No Cost
You only get a few gigabytes of free storage on Google Drive. These hacks can help you stretch that digital space.
April 11th, 2026 — Source

Two manufacturers commit to keep Blu-ray alive after others quit manufacturing — Verbatim and I-O Data extend Blu-ray supply pledge as manufacturers exit the market
Renewed commitment covers drive components and the recently launched BD Reco external recorder.
April 11th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 9th, 2026

Amazon put a filesystem on S3; I showed up with a test suite and bad intentions
The core product is solid and priced fairly
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Best external SSDs for gaming: Portable performance drives for any budget
Maybe your gaming laptop doesn't have enough storage. Or maybe you simply want to render your game library portable between systems. Rather than upgrade your internal storage — add a speedy external SSD. Not only will you have a lot more fast storage for your games, you can use it on any system you wish.
April 9th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 8th, 2026

Microsoft is changing how OneDrive handles file deletions
Microsoft is making a change to the way file deletions are handled by OneDrive, and it is one that users really need to be aware of. The company says that files which are deleted from the cloud storage services will no longer be moved to the Recycle Bin in Windows or Trash in macOS.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Scale Computing and Nexsan Address Asymmetric Growth in HCI Environments
While hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) has simplified virtualization via streamlined deployments and reduced operational overhead, traditional architectures often struggle with asymmetric scaling. This is particularly evident when storage requirements for large unstructured datasets outpace compute needs, forcing IT teams into inefficient and costly node expansions.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

SK hynix Begins Shipping 321-Layer QLC NAND cSSDs, Dell First Customer
SK hynix has started shipping its PQC21 cSSD, the first product built on its 321-layer QLC NAND flash technology. The product is available in 1 TB and 2 TB capacities, with Dell as the first customer starting this month. QLC (Quad-Level Cell) stores four bits per cell, which maximizes storage density per unit area but has historically come with a write performance penalty compared to TLC (Triple-Level Cell). SK hynix addresses that with SLC caching, frequently accessed data is written to faster SLC-mode regions first before being transferred to the QLC cells, smoothing out the performance gap for typical workloads.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

SK Hynix Ships 321-Layer QLC 2230 SSDs to Dell Systems
SK Hynix has introduced a new consumer-focused SSD built on its latest 321-layer QLC NAND technology, marking another step forward in high-density flash storage. The product, designated PQC21, is delivered in the compact 2230 form factor and is available in capacities of 1TB and 2TB. This specific form factor is increasingly relevant in modern computing, particularly in ultrathin notebooks, handheld gaming devices, and small form factor desktops where physical space is constrained but storage requirements continue to increase.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

SK Hynix Starts Shipping 321-Layer QLC Client SSDs With Dell First In Line
SK hynix says it has begun supplying client solid state drives (SSDs) based on its 321-layer quad-level cell (QLC) NAND flash memory that it trumped last summer, starting with Dell. Designed for the AI PC era, these consumer SSDs are shipping 1TB and 2TB capacities, and presumably in the shortened M.2 2230 form factor, according to images shared by the company.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

SK hynix starts shipping 321-layer QLC SSDs for AI PCs
SK hynix has started shipping a new client SSD called PQC21, built with its 321-layer QLC NAND. What's interesting about this annoucement is that this is storage if finally meant for laptops and desktops, not servers, and SK hynix says this is its first product using this specific 321-layer QLC...
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Stellar Data Recovery review: Clean interface, good results
Significantly improved since our visit over a decade ago, Stellar Data Recovery (nee Stellar Phoenix Data Recovery) now delivers recovery results commensurate with the competition.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 3rd, 2026

NVMe Performance Compared: Windows Server 2025 versus Ubuntu Server 24.04.4 LTS
After publishing our article about Microsoft's opt-in native NVMe feature on Windows Server 2025, we received multiple requests for a direct comparison of storage performance between Windows Server 2025 with native NVMe and a Linux-based server OS. One especially enthusiastic Redditor even offered us beer to do it! Since there were obviously no other reasonable options, we decided to run the same tests on Linux.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 2nd, 2026

Best online backup 2026: Expert reviews and top picks
We'll help you choose the best online backup service.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Brady M511 Review: We Finally Labeled Our Lab
StorageReview has been testing enterprise storage and infrastructure hardware for over 25 years. During that time, we have reviewed petabytes of data across drives, dozens of all-flash arrays, countless switches, servers, and networking gear. We have benchmarked hardware that costs more than most people's houses. What we have never done, not once, is properly label any of it.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

GameStop NVMe SSD 2TB SSD Review: A surprisingly capable budget drive for the PS5
Good performance, good heatsink, great for gamers
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Solidigm Expands Sacramento Development, Fueling Global AI Leadership
Solidigm, a pioneer in enterprise data storage, today announced it has exceeded initial investment goals for its Greater Sacramento initiatives, including the company's Rancho Cordova headquarters and surrounding research and development (R&D) campus. Announced in September 2022, Solidigm committed to investing $100 million into regional R&D facilities. Approximately three-and-a-half years into the build out, the company has surpassed this figure and will continue to invest in local talent and technology to help fuel global AI advancements.
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

User orders one WD_BLACK SN7100, gets 10 SSDs instead
One WD_BLACK SN7100 $185 order turns into $1850 score
April 2nd, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — April 1st, 2026

Kioxia Exceria PRO G2 4TB PCIe 5.0 SSD Review
The latest drive from Kioxia is the Exceria PRO G2, the new flagship model for the company's consumer range. The Gen 5 drive, which uses a combination of an 8-channel controller and 218-layer NAND, is Kioxia's fastest drive to date, rated up to 14,900MB/s and 13,700MB/s for sequential read and writes, respectively.
April 1st, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 31st, 2026

Acer Intros FA300 M.2 NVMe Gen 5 SSD
Acer today introduced the FA300, a mid-range M.2 NVMe Gen 5 SSD. The drive brings PCIe Gen 5 speeds to a wider audience, and is based on a DRAMless controller. The company doesn't specify the controller type. Popular DRAMless Gen 5 controllers include Phison E31T and Silicon Motion SM2504XT. The FA300 comes in 1 TB and 2 TB capacity variants, which differ in performance. Both variants offer up to 11 GB/s of sequential reads, but while the 1 TB variant offers up to 9.7 GB/s sequential writes, the 2 TB variant goes a bit further, posting up to 10 GB/s sequential writes.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Google Drive now detects ransomware and auto-restores your files
No more paying hackers to restore your data.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Sony Suspends SD and CFexpress Memory Cards Production
Sony suspended orders for almost its entire lineup of SD and CFexpress memory cards. The company is citing the global semiconductor shortage that has made it impossible to meet demand. The move, announced by Sony Japan and spotted by PetaPixel, effectively pauses shipments to both partners and direct customers starting March 27. The suspension covers nearly the company's entire lineup, including CFexpress Type A and Type B cards, as well as higher-end SD offerings such as TOUGH-branded models.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

TerraMaster D1 SSD Pro review: A cool all-aluminum Thunderbolt 5 SSD enclosure
It's an all-aluminum case with efficient cooling, zero noise, compatible with USB 4/3.2/3.1/3.0, and Thunderbolt 5/4/3 for M.2 SSDs up to 8TB.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Toshiba Begins Sampling of 30-34 TB SMR Nearline Hard Disk Drives
Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation ("Toshiba") has announced the M12 Series of 3.5-inch nearline hard disk drives (HDDs) for hyperscale and cloud service providers operating large‑scale data centers. The new series uses Shingled Magnetic Recording (SMR) technology to deliver storage capacities ranging from 30 to 34 TB. Sample shipments have begun and Toshiba also plans to begin sample shipments of M12 drives that use Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR) to deliver capacities of up to 28 TB in the third quarter of 2026.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

World Backup Day: How are you keeping your digital life protected?
It happens every year on March 31 — strategically placed the day before April Fool's Day as a reminder that only fools skip their backups.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Your data’s not safe if you’re missing these 7 backup essentials
There's a right way to do data backup.
March 31st, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 24th, 2026

Microsoft shuts down another Windows 11 registry hack — native NVMe SSD support has changed but Insiders still have options
Microsoft changes the nvmedisk.sys registry ID tweak.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

UGreen's Two New Thunderbolt 5 Docks Power Pro Creative Workflows
UGreen has announced the Maxidok 17-in-1 and 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 docks, a significant expansion to the company's Thunderbolt 5 product portfolio. The pair of new docks promises to give professional creators the ports, performance, and multi-display support they require in demanding workflows.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Windows 11 update kills hidden trick for faster NVMe driver
The latest update blocks a registry tweak that delivered a native NVMe driver for Windows 11, ported over from Windows Server.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 21st, 2026

Another major Japanese electronics firm exits the Blu-ray market — Elecom publishes notice of termination of all external drives
End of sale date is June 30, 2026, depending on stock levels.
March 21st, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 20th, 2026

IceWhale Launches ZimaCube 2 Compact NAS Series
The ZimaCube 2 compact NAS and mini-server platform from IceWhale has been announced and is now listed for pre-orders. The lineup is built around 12th Gen Intel Alder Lake processors and includes a standard model with an i3-1215U CPU, a Pro variant with the i5-1235U processor, and a Creator Pack with added GPU support. Measuring 240 x 221 x 220 mm, it's compact but roomy enough to handle high-end configurations without feeling cramped. In terms of storage, you will get six bays supporting 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch drives, either SATA III or NVMe, and up to four M.2 slots for additional capacity.
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 18th, 2026

16TB M.2 NVMe SSD Listed at Nearly $16,000 Online
A 16 TB NVMe SSD in the standard M.2 2280 form factor has surfaced online, and its listed price immediately puts it into a category far removed from consumer storage. The drive in question is the Exascend PE4 16 TB, currently shown at $15,935. While that figure will draw the most attention, the more important detail is what the product is actually offering: 16 TB of solid-state storage in a single M.2 slot, without needing a larger U.2 form factor, add-in card, or multiple drives to reach that capacity. That makes the PE4 an unusual product in the NVMe market.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

First 16 TB M.2 NVMe SSD Listed at Eye-Watering $16,000 Price Tag
If your workstation build has no budget limits, there's now a way to get 16 TB of NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD storage on a single M.2 2280 SSD. However, this small storage drive will set you back nearly $16,000, with Amazon listing a brand new Exascend PE4 16 TB M.2 SSD at $15,935. What makes this drive so expensive is the fact that you are getting 16 TB of NVMe SSD storage in a super-dense configuration that fits into a single M.2 slot on a motherboard, requiring no additional drives to achieve this capacity.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

Janus MoSSe monolayer achieves ultrafast charge trapping in 2D flash memory
A Janus MoSSe monolayer serves as a charge-trapping layer in 2D flash memory, achieving ultrafast programming, long data retention, and neuromorphic computing capability.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

KIOXIA GP Series and CM9 Launched for the Era of Agentic AI Storage
At NVIDIA GTC 2026, KIOXIA made one of the more interesting storage announcements of the show. The company revealed two new SSD products targeting the rapidly growing AI inference market, and the positioning here is meaningfully different from standard data center NVMe fare. These are drives designed explicitly for GPU-initiated access, a use case that will only become more important as AI model complexity outpaces local HBM capacities. At GTC 2026, NVIDIA outlined the key reason. There will be many more agents making many more requests on storage than in years past, and the KV Cache is becoming an important but also a different class of storage.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 16th, 2026

Kingston Introduces Next-gen XTS-AES 256-bit Encrypted IronKey Locker+ 50 G2 USB Flash Drive
Kingston Digital Europe Co LLP, the flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced the launch of the next-generation IronKey Locker+ 50 G2 (LP50 G2) hardware-encrypted USB flash drive. The drive provides enterprise-grade security with FIPS 197 and AES 256-bit hardware encryption in XTS mode. It also safeguards against BadUSB with digitally signed firmware and against Brute Force password attacks.
March 16th, 2026 — Source or Source

New Kingston IronKey LP50 G2 debuts with upgraded hardware encryption
Kingston has introduced the IronKey Locker+ 50 G2, a new hardware‑encrypted USB flash drive aimed at users who need stronger protection for portable data. The LP50 G2 uses FIPS 197‑certified, XTS‑mode AES‑256 hardware encryption and includes safeguards against BadUSB exploits and brute‑force password attacks.
March 16th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 13th, 2026

How to protect yourself from bad external SSDs during the PC hardware apocalypse -- newer drives will definitely cost more, and some may offer up shockingly poor performance
You should consider buying a portable drive that was made before AI hardware demands seemingly gobbled up all the good flash.
March 13th, 2026 — Source

If you care about productivity, it's time you learn how to 'context-prompt' your Google Drive
Gemini can now access relevant information from your various sources to give personalized help.
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Silicon Motion Launches SM8008 PCIe Gen 5 Controller for Enterprise Boot Drive and Ultra-Low-Power Storage
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation, a global leader in designing and marketing NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices, today announced the launch of the SM8008, a PCIe Gen 5 x4 NVMe enterprise SSD controller purpose-built for data center boot drives and power-sensitive enterprise storage applications.
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Silicon Power US RMA policy now hedges against AI-driven RAM and SSD shortages — company says it will refund the original purchase price 'if there is a shortage of replacement products'
It follows the case of a refused RMA prompted by quadrupling memory prices
March 13th, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 12th, 2026

3-2-1-1-0 Is the New 3-2-1 - Maximizing Data Security on Asustor
As ransomware attack methods become increasingly sophisticated, the traditional 3-2-1 backup rule faces new challenges. With this in mind, we here at ASUSTOR are changing our messaging to actively promote the new 3-2-1-1-0 backup principle for increased data security. With 3-2-1-1-0, you still need at least three copies of data, on two different types of media with one offsite, but additionally, one copy must be offline or immutable while ensuring backups are verified with zero errors.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Microsoft DirectStorage 1.4 Brings Quicker Load Times and Smoother Asset Streaming
Microsoft has released its latest DirectStorage 1.4 update, focusing on the technicalities behind game asset streaming. Today, the company introduced new compression and decompression technology called Zstandard (Zstd), which should improve game loading times and bring much faster game asset streaming than what was previously used. Microsoft originally developed its DirectStorage in DirectX 12 to take advantage of the quick NVMe SSDs. Powerful consumer GPUs need game assets to load incredibly fast, and DirectStorage devleopment has cut out the middle-man, the CPU, in the process of streaming these assets from storage to the GPU.
March 12, 2026 — Source or Source

Silicon Motion SM8008 Targets Enterprise SSDs With new Gen5 x4 NVMe SSD controller
Silicon Motion has announced the SM8008, a new PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe SSD controller designed specifically for enterprise boot drives and other power-sensitive storage roles inside modern data centers. While high-capacity primary storage usually gets most of the attention, boot SSDs remain a required component in every server node. In hyperscale and AI infrastructure, that means operators may be deploying these devices in very large volumes, making power efficiency, predictable behavior, and security more relevant than ever.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 11th, 2026

Cancelled Blu-Ray recorder production leads to flood of orders for Panasonic after rivals exit market — last supplier standing apologizes for delays as firm inundated with orders
Firm is enjoying a dead cat bounce as the last supplier standing.
March 11, 2026 — Source

CTERA Fusion Direct Targets Files and Object Storage for AI-Driven Workload
CTERA has introduced Fusion Direct, a federated data architecture designed to collapse the long-standing gap between enterprise file systems and object storage. The new offering extends the CTERA Fusion family, which already includes CTERA Fusion Gateway, and is positioned as a core component of the CTERA Intelligent Data Platform. The goal is to present a single, high-performance data fabric that can serve both human-centric file workloads and machine-driven AI pipelines without duplicating data or refactoring applications.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Glyph Atom EX40 review: Rugged, portable 40Gbps USB4 storage
Good looks, a ruggedized frame, and very good real-world performance makes this drive's high price much easier to accept.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Minisforum's new flagship NAS comes with OpenClaw pre-installed — Strix Halo-powered N5 Max can run a local AI LLM
What could possibly go wrong?
March 11, 2026 — Source

Minisforum's N5 MAX Marks a Breakthrough in NAS Industry With Built-In OpenClaw in Local Computing
Minisforum's to-be-launched AI NAS N5 MAX, has been confirmed to successfully run the built-in OpenClaw in local AI LLMs. Equipped with AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, the self-developed MinisCloud OS unleashes full power of integrated AI NAS, fulfilling diverse user needs running data locally.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Seagate CCO says storage price hikes are 'the new normal' — demand enters an unprecedented 'supercycle' driven by AI growth
Surging memory costs are reshaping the storage industry's traditional boom-bust cycle
March 11, 2026 — Source

Windows 11 Native NVMe Support Gives PCIe SSDs a Performance Lift
Windows 11 appears to gain a meaningful storage-side improvement from native NVMe support for PCIe SSDs, a feature Microsoft originally framed more prominently around Windows Server 2025. The change updates the Windows storage path by allowing NVMe drives to operate with less dependence on the older SCSI command translation layer, which had remained part of the storage stack despite the widespread adoption of modern solid-state storage. That legacy layer has long been one of the less visible inefficiencies in Windows storage handling. SCSI traces its roots back to a much older generation of hardware, and while it remained useful as a broad compatibility layer, it was never designed around the parallel, low-latency behavior of NVMe flash storage.
March 11, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 5th, 2026

Imec Partners with Atlas to Develop Permanent DNA-Based Data Storage Technology
imec, a global leader in nano-electronics and digital innovation, and Atlas Data Storage, a pioneer of production-scale DNA data storage, today announce a new strategic partnership to accelerate the development of digital data storage using synthetic DNA. The collaboration combines Atlas' ASIC design expertise and scalable DNA synthesis technology with imec's deep expertise in advanced chip development, fabrication, and integration. In addition to prototyping and strategic support, imec is investing in Atlas.
March 5, 2026 — Source

It's time to make 1TB SSDs the default in PCs
Think 512GB is enough? Modern PCs, games, and 4K video say otherwise.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Next Generation, Permanent DNA-Based Data Storage for the AI Age
imec, a global leader in nanoelectronics and digital innovation, and Atlas Data Storage, a pioneer of production-scale DNA data storage, today announce a new strategic partnership to accelerate the development of digital data storage using synthetic DNA. The collaboration combines Atlas' ASIC design expertise and scalable DNA synthesis technology with imec's deep expertise in advanced chip development, fabrication, and integration.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Orico IG740-Pro 1TB SSD Review: A small budget sleeper
Performance meets efficiency in a challenging market
March 5, 2026 — Source

Orico K20 Mini 2TB Magnetic Portable SSD Review - Ultra-Thin MagSafe Drive
Orico's K20 Mini 2TB Ultra-Thin MagSafe drive is the best of its kind we've tested. It's universally compatible with all devices, reaching up to 2000 MB/s.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Seagate promises up to 44TB HAMR Hard Drives with Mozaic 4+ tech
Seagate has begun shipping its next-generation 44TB hard drives to major hyperscale cloud providers. These drives are the first to use the Mozaic 4+ platform, which leverages Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) technology to achieve record-breaking storage densities. By using a nanoscale laser to heat the recording medium during writes, Seagate can pack 4.4TB of data per platter, reaching a total of 44TB in a standard 10-platter configuration.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Seagate Unveils Massive 44TB Mozaic Hard Drive, Eyes 100TB Next
As the buildout of AI infrastructure continues, the availability of everything from DRAM to hard drives has been affected, but Seagate may have an answer. As data-intensive AI generated video becomes more common, massive storage arrays are required, which are often cost prohibitive with solid state storage. Seagate is looking address those storage needs with its latest technologies, which enable larger hard drive capacities than ever before.
March 5, 2026 — Source

This 1TB PNY microSD Express Card has solved my Switch 2 storage woes for the better
Take that, measly 256GB onboard storage
March 5, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 4th, 2026

Arq 7 Backup review: Uniquely versatile online, network, and local backup
This super-clean backup client connects to any number of online storage services, including its own.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Best external SSDs for gaming: Portable performance drives for any budget
Don't leave performance on the table... Take it with you!
March 4, 2026 — Source

Morefine N1 NAS Launches With Ryzen 7 Pro 8845HS and dGPU Expansion Support
Morefine has announced the N1 NAS, a tower-style NAS solution that packs the AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 8845HS, up to 96 GB of DDR5-5600 ECC memory, dual 10 GbE ports, and built-in PCIe expansion. Pricing starts at $759 for a barebones version, but 32 GB of memory bumps that up to $1,209, while the 64 GB and 96 GB versions come in at $1,569 and $1,929. The Morefine N1 has three M.2 slots for up to 12 TB of SSD storage alongside four hot-swap 3.5-inch HDD bays accessible via the top of the case for an additional 120 TB.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Once upon a time, saving your bits meant punching holes in floppies
Microsoft vet revisits the gloriously manual era of write protection
March 4, 2026 — Source

Seagate begins shipping 44TB hard drives with HAMR tech to data centers — Mozaic 4+ platform expands to 10 platters
Hard drives hit an important 44TB capacity milestone.
March 4, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 3rd, 2026

A rewritable hard drive made of DNA? Researchers say it's possible
A rewritable hard drive made of DNA? Researchers say it's possible
March 3, 2026 — Source

Are There Any Affordable CFexpress Type B Memory Cards Left?
The NAND storage market has been overcome by AI datacenter demands and unfortunately it is having a serious impact on the price of memory cards and another storage solutions. I have noticed some drives and memory cards have doubled in price over the last couple of months.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Biwin Black Opal X570 Pro SSD Review: An 8TB unobtanium monster
A compelling 8TB 9100 Pro alternative
March 3, 2026 — Source

Morefine N1 NAS features Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS, 10 GbE networking, and support for a desktop GPU
With four hard drive bays and three M.2 slots, it can hold a lot of storage. But there's also support for up to 96GB of DDR5-5600 ECC memory, dual 10 GbE LAN ports, a 3 inch touchscreen display on the front of the system, and a PCIe connector that lets you equip the system with a desktop graphics card.
March 3, 2026 — Source

MSI RTX 5090D V2 LIGHTNING spotted, featuring 24GB memory
A Bilibili user going by "Hardware Patrick Star" has shared what appears to be an MSI GeForce RTX 5090 D v2 LIGHTNING.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Netac ZX20 II Portable SSD 2TB review - Going for 2GB/sec
Netac has refreshed its compact ZX20 portable SSD line with the ZX20 II, keeping USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) as the core interface while changing the parts that most users complained about the first time around. Rather than chasing a new controller headline, the update focuses on physical design, mounting, and day-to-day handling—areas that matter when a drive spends more time in pockets and camera rigs than on a desk.
March 3, 2026 — Source

New DNA HDD can be 'erased and overwritten repeatedly' — University of Missouri researchers aiming for next-gen thumb-drive-sized storage
Scientists are being cagey about the write mechanism, but say 'a nanopore sensor' will be used for reads.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Seagate begins shipping 44TB hard drives with HAMR tech to data centers — Mozaic 4+ platform expands to 10 platters
Hard drives hit an important 44TB capacity milestone.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Seagate Delivers Next-Generation Mozaic 4+ Hard Drives with 44 TB Capacity
As technology innovation accelerates both data creation and value, the need for scalable, efficient, high-performance storage solutions has never been greater. Today, Seagate Technology announced its next-generation Mozaic 4+ platform, the industry's only heat-assisted magnetic recording (HAMR)-based storage platform deployed at-scale, is now qualified and in production with two leading hyperscale cloud providers. Supporting capacities up to 44 TB, these qualifications reflect production-scale deployments in hyperscale environments.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Why I trust this 1TB microSD card with all my professional footage - and that says a lot
This Lexar 1TB microSD card is fast, durable, and worth every cent. Here's why.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — March 2nd, 2026

A rewritable DNA hard drive may help solve the growing data storage crisis
Around the world, scientists are exploring an unexpected solution to the growing data crisis: storing digital information in synthetic DNA. The idea is simple but powerful—DNA is one of the most compact, durable information systems on Earth. But one issue has held the field back. Once data is written into DNA, it can't be changed.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Glyph Atom EX20 SSD review: Fast 20Gbps USB (if you BYO cable)
This rugged, handsome external 3.2x2 USB SSD proved very fast -- but only after I switched to a higher-quality cable.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Japanese firm stops production of Blu-ray disc drives — Buffalo says there will be no successors to its current trio of portable USB-attached drives
Firm, best known for its networking and hub products, is adjusting its external storage lineup.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Orico BookDrive P10Plus (512GB) review: Magnetic back and 100W passthrough charging
Novel features, but poor sustained writes.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Why encrypted backups may fail in an AI-driven ransomware era
Think your encrypted backups are safe? AI-driven ransomware now infiltrates networks, corrupts recovery points, and silently targets backup systems before you ever realize your data protection strategy has failed.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 24th, 2026

MIPI Alliance Introduces UniPro v3.0 and M-PHY v6.0 for Enhanced UFS Performance
The MIPI Alliance, an international organization that develops specifications that standardize wired interfaces for mobile and other connected ecosystems, today announced major updates to two of its foundational specifications. MIPI UniPro v3.0 and MIPI M-PHY v6.0 offer significant performance, latency and power-efficiency improvements for next-generation JEDEC Universal Flash Storage (UFS 5.0) solutions to support greater edge AI workloads in smartphones, tablets, PCs, gaming consoles, automotive and industrial applications.
February 24, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 17th, 2026

AI Data Centers Are Absorbing HDD Supply: WD 2026 Capacity Sold Out
Western Digital basically told the market what a lot of NAS builders and home-lab folks were worried about: 2026 HDD supply is already spoken for. CEO Irving Tan said the company is "pretty much sold out" for calendar year 2026, with firm purchase orders covering that capacity from WD's top seven customers. On top of that, some customers are already lining up longer-term supply deals that extend into 2027 and even 2028. In other words, this isn't a short blip where stock levels recover next month—it looks more like capacity being reserved in advance.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Corrupt USB drive? Try these 3 fixes before you wipe it
Don't let your files fall by the wayside!
February 17, 2026 — Source

IT worker tried to destroy an SSD with a drill and failed spectacularly
A cautionary tale in data destruction
February 17, 2026 — Source

Popular storage giant Western Digital runs dry on consumer storage — AI data centers now take priority
AI infrastructure demand is reshaping the storage market, as Western Digital confirms firm orders through 2026 and long-term agreements stretching into 2028.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Western Digital is out of hard drives, because AI (of course)
In an earnings report, the CEO says the company is sold out of new drives for 2026.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 15th, 2026

ACEMAGIC N3A NAS features AMD Ryzen 7 3750H and support for 4 HDDs and 2 SSDs
The ACEMAGIC N3A is an upcoming network-attached storage (NAS) system with four bays for 3.5 inch hard drives, two M.2 slots with support for PCIe 3.0 NVMe storage, and a somewhat surprising processor.
February 15, 2026 — Source

Cloud storage company releases its 2025 hard drive reliability report — overall Annualized Failure Rate drops to 1.36%, 21 percentage points lower than last year
Check out Backblaze's most reliable hard drives for 2025.
February 15, 2026 — Source

Linux Kernel Improvement Can Make Hibernation Several Times Faster With Slow SSDs
A patch series sent out for review this weekend can significantly improve the system hibernation performance under Linux. Particularly for those with slower SSDs, the patches can make Linux hibernate up to several times faster.
February 15, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 13th, 2026

Micron 9650 NVMe SSD Enters Mass Production as First PCIe Gen6 Enterprise SSD
The transition to PCIe Gen6 storage has reached a commercial milestone: the Micron 9650 NVMe SSD has entered mass production, becoming the first data center SSD built on the PCIe Gen6 interface to ship at scale. The development marks a shift in storage architecture, as higher data throughput and improved energy efficiency become increasingly important to overall system performance in modern data centers.
February 13, 2026 — Source

Micron 9650 PCIe Gen 6 SSDs Enters Mass Production
The Micron 9650 delivers up to 28 GB/s in sequential reads, double that of PCIe Gen 5 drives. The drive's sequential write speed reaches 14 GB/s, while its random read performance hits 5.5 million IOPS and its random write achieves 900,000 IOPS. These numbers show 100%, 40%, 67%, and 22% gains over Gen 5. At a 25-watt power state, the drive offers double the performance of PCIe Gen 5 options. It has a sequential read efficiency of 1,120 MB/s per watt (2× better than Gen 5), and its sequential write efficiency is 560 MB/s per watt (1.4 times better).
February 13, 2026 — Source

MSI DataMag 40Gbps review: Shiny, magnetic USB4 storage
Though not the fastest 40Gbps SSD we've tested, the DataMag is still fast and attaches magnetically to any suitable surface.
February 13, 2026 — Source

Twisted 2D magnet creates skyrmions for ultra dense data storage
A subtle atomic twist has unlocked ultra-tiny magnetic swirls that could transform the future of data storage.
February 13, 2026 — Source

WD Green SN3000 1TB SSD Review: A diamond in the rough
A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one
February 13, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 12th, 2026

Backblaze 2025 Year-End Drive Stats: Annual AFR Falls to 1.36% as High-Capacity Drives Dominate Fleet
Backblaze has now published 13 years of Drive Stats data, one of the most extensive longitudinal datasets on hard drive reliability in production environments. Over time, this dataset has become a valuable reference for understanding drive performance trends across models, capacities, and deployment conditions.
February 12, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 11th, 2026

Sony to exit the recordable Blu-ray market this month in another blow to physical media
Sony confirms there will be no successor models
February 11, 2026 — Source

Umbrel Pro: 16TB Personal Cloud Storage Solution With No Subscriptions
What if you could take full control of your digital life, no subscriptions, no third-party interference, just you and your data? In this walkthrough, Umbrel shows how their latest creation, the Umbrel Pro, is transforming personal cloud storage. Imagine a sleek, compact server on your desk, offering up to 16TB of customizable storage, whisper-quiet operation, and privacy features that surpass corporate cloud services.
February 11, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 6th, 2026

I tested Raspberry Pi's new USB flash drive, and it has one key advantage over competitors
It might not fully replace a traditional Raspberry Pi system, but this is as fast as these kinds of flash drives get.
February 6, 2026 — Source

I tested the world's smallest 1TB SSD drive, and it's biggest downside shouldn't surprise you
The SanDisk ExtremeFit USB-C weighs under three grams yet delivers ample storage and fast speeds.
February 6, 2026 — Source

Western Digital details 14-platter 3.5-inch HAMR HDD designs with 140 TB and beyond
HDDs for the current and next decade.
February 6, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 4th, 2026

Hard drives aren't done yet: Western Digital is pushing HDD performance toward SSD territory
New high-bandwidth and dual-actuator drives target data center workloads with QLC-level throughput
February 4, 2026 — Source

WD to launch 100TB HDDs by 2029, enough to store all Call of Duty games (50 times)
WD presents High Bandwidth Drives, 100TB by 2029, industry's first dual pivot tech
February 4, 2026 — Source

Western Digital reveals new software platform to manage hundreds of petabytes of storage — as-yet-unnamed tool gives users powerful management capabilities at the price of lock-in
New software layer simplifies device management, but only on WD gear
February 4, 2026 — Source

Western Digital Unveils New Hard Drive Solutions on its Innovation Day
At its Innovation Day 2026, Western Digital today unveiled a new customer-centric storage roadmap that reinvents the hard drive for AI needs, reinforcing its position as a strategic storage infrastructure partner for the AI-driven data economy. The announcements reflect how WD's fundamental business transformation has enabled a new generation of storage technologies spanning scalable capacity, breakthrough performance optimizations, power efficiency innovations and an intelligent platform API with cost-effective economics.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 2nd, 2026

Best PCIe 4.0 SSDs 2026: Top picks from experts
Best overall, best on a budget, best for a game console, and more.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Lexar Play SE 4TB SSD Review: The oddball of the bunch
A weird but capacious NVMe SSD
February 2, 2026 — Source

Stop destroying your SSD: 6 must-do Windows 11 tweaks
Follow these tips for a long-lasting SSD!
February 2, 2026 — Source

User Scammed With Fake Samsung 990 PRO SSD That Runs Like USB 2.0 Sticks, But Easily Passes Detection In Windows
SSD scams aren't uncommon, but fake SSDs are now easily bypassing basic system checks and appearing legitimate to the operating systems.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — February 1st, 2026

Open source IDE-ATAPI drive emulator launches for vintage computers — drop-in 3.5-inch bay solution can save oodles of optical and HDD images to a microSD
PicoIDE launched earlier this week, touted as "an open source IDE/ATAPI drive emulator for vintage computers." This single 3.5-inch bay fitting device can replace those aging optical drives (and media) and HDDs, that your retro-PC relies on, with the convenience and capacity that modern microSD cards provide. It uses an appropriate retro-design aesthetic (in beige or black).
February 1, 2026 — Source

Researcher builds bizarre 128-byte USB drive the size of a dinner plate using ancient pre-semiconductor magnetic core memory technology — data disappears once it is read, requiring special handling
Another drawback with this device is that reading data is destructive
February 1, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — January 31st, 2026

Sandisk crushes wallets with up to 2.8X SSD price hikes as NAND shortage strangles the market — WD Black SN8100 8TB skyrockets past $2,500, more than a high-end gaming PC
Sandisk, renowned for producing some of the market's best SSDs, has substantially increased prices across its SSD portfolio in early 2026. In fact, some of the company's SSDs cost almost three times more than their normal MSRP.
January 31, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — January 30th, 2026

Samsung PM9E1 Gen5 SSD Features 4 TB High-Speed Capacity In A M.2 2242 Form Factor, Up To 14.5 GB/s Read Speeds
Samsung PM9E1 Gen5 SSD Goes Big With A Large 4 TB Capacity & Fast 14.5 GB/s Speeds In A Compact Form Factor
January 30, 2026 — Source

The FireCuda 530R is a worthwhile addition to any PC build, if you can find it in stock
The Seagate FireCuda 530R Gen 4 SSD is a worthy addition to any gaming or content-creation-driven PC rig, but finding it in stock is going to be a challenge. The ongoing RAM and SSD-pricing apocalypse has meant that low-cost drives have either been snatched up entirely or are available at exorbitantly inflated prices. The 530R is a victim of a lack of availability, but there are some heatsink models floating around both US and UK retailers.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — January 9th, 2026

Netac Shows DDR5 Memory, Portable SSDs, and PCIe 5.0 M.2 NVMe Drives at CES 2026
At the Netac booth at CES 2026, we saw a fleet of memory and storage solutions that the company has prepared for the consumer market. Starting with its Basic memory lineup, it includes DDR5 memory running up to 4,800 MT/s with capacities of up to 32 GB per DIMM. On the other hand, its older DDR4 tops out at 3,200 MT/s with the same 32 GB max capacity (per kit). However, the company has prepared even more advanced DDR5 and DDR4 DIMMs that can reach much higher clock speeds.
January 9, 2026 — Source

The Rise of Diskless Kafka: Rethinking Brokers, Storage, and the Kafka Protoco
Diskless Kafka stores all event data in object storage without using brokers for scalable and cost-efficient data streaming architectures.
January 9, 2026 — Source

This hidden Windows 11 trick unlocks SSD speed boost for NVMe drives
Microsoft recently added a new feature that gives a significant performance boost to certain SSDs. However, there's a caveat.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — January 8th, 2026

Just Try To Catch The Samsung 9100 PRO 1TB
There is something special about the 1TB version of the Samsung 9100 Pro, for contrary to your expectations it tends to run faster on an ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E APEX than it does on an ASUS Z890 Apex. It also outperforms the 4TB and 8TB versions of the Samsung 9100 Pro on that AMD system.
January 8, 2026 — Source

MSI Showcases SPATIUM M571 DLP SSD With Flagship PCIe Gen5 Performance and Data Loss Protection
At CES 2026, MSI unveiled its new flagship consumer and client SSD, the SPATIUM M571 DLP. Positioned at the top of MSI's storage lineup, the drive targets high-end desktop and workstation platforms that can take advantage of PCIe Gen5 bandwidth, while also addressing data integrity concerns through built-in protection features. The SPATIUM M571 DLP uses the M.2 2280 form factor and will be offered in 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB capacities. MSI confirmed that all models ship with a five-year warranty, aligning the product with other premium Gen5 SSDs currently entering the market.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Samsung Confirms Active Exploitation of High-Severity Vulnerability in SSD Magician Software
Samsung has issued a security warning confirming a serious vulnerability in its Samsung Magician SSD management software that is actively being exploited. The flaw affects Samsung Magician versions 6.3.0 through 8.3.2 and can allow attackers to gain full system administrator privileges on affected Windows systems. According to Samsung's advisory, the vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2025-57836 and carries a CVSS score of 7.8, placing it in the high-severity category.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Scality ARTESCA+ Veeam: Unified Architecture, Faster Time to Protection
ARTESCA+ Veeam is what happens when backup software and backup storage stop acting like separate products and move into the same house. At a high level, it is a unified software appliance that runs Veeam Backup & Replication inside Scality ARTESCA on a single server. Instead of setting up a Windows server for Veeam, a separate S3 target, and the glue between them, customers can deploy a single system that integrates the Veeam control plane and the S3 repository into a single stack.
January 8, 2026 — Source

WD Black and WD Blue gaming SSDs have transformed into the Sandisk Optimus Collection
The Sandisk Optimus Collection is rolling out
January 8, 2026 — Source

World's First Solid State Battery: Solid Cell Hype or Hope? Donut Lab Under Review
What if the future of energy storage wasn't just an incremental improvement but a complete reimagining? Solid-state batteries, long considered the holy grail of energy technology, could be the key to unlocking safer, faster, and more sustainable power solutions. In this guide, Ziroth explores how Donut Lab's bold claim of creating the world's first solid-state battery could transform industries like electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy.
January 8, 2026 — Source

You Don't Have to Spend Money on Cloud Storage to Save All Your Photos and Videos
Instead of paying a subscription for cloud storage, try this DIY method for backing up your photos.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — January 7th, 2026

AMD Expands Ryzen Client Portfolio With New Ryzen AI 400, Ryzen AI Max+, and Ryzen 7 9850X3D
At CES 2026, AMD refreshed its client CPU roadmap for consumer, commercial, and enthusiast desktops, emphasizing on-device AI acceleration while maintaining familiar priorities such as battery life, thin-and-light performance, and high-end gaming. The updates include new Ryzen AI 400 Series processors for Copilot+ PCs. There is a Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series stack for business fleets. Expanded Ryzen AI Max+ offerings are available for premium ultraportables and compact desktops.
January 7, 2026 — Source

CES 2026: Sandisk launches new Optimus series SSDs, replacing WD Blue and WD_Black
At CES this week, Sandisk is announcing a big rebranding of its internal SSD line-up. The WD Blue and WD Black ranges are being replaced. Moving forward, Sandisk will launch Sandisk Optimus, Optimus GX and Optimus Pro SSDs. The first set of drives are also ready to hit the market in the coming weeks.
January 7, 2026 — Source

CES 2026: Sandisk Transforms SSD Lineup with New Optimus Branding
Sandisk to Retire Western Digital Branding for Consumer and Professional SSDs in Favor of Optimized Optimus Branding
January 7, 2026 — Source

CES 2026: UGREEN just rolled out the most powerful NAS servers yet with dual 10GbE and Thunderbolt 4, 64GB RAM, fully local AI, and Intel Core Ultra 7 — this is a NAS upgrade you cannot miss
The NASync iDX6011 and UGREEN iDX6011 Pro take NAS servers to a whole new level.
January 7, 2026 — Source

DIGIEAR Debuts OmniCore All-Flash AI NAS at CES 2026
At CES 2026, DIGIEAR unveiled OmniCore, which is a modular all-flash AI NAS. This is designed for creators, developers, and everyone who manages high-volume digital content across multiple devices, like mobile, remote, and security-sensitive workflows. The company is targeting a Q2-Q3 2026 commercial launch.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Google Drive gets its Material 3 Expressive redesign back
Last year Google started the rollout of the Material 3 Expressive redesign to Google Drive, bringing it in line, aesthetically, with other products and services. Then, for reasons best known to Google, the company then seemed to change its mind and pulled back some of the new look.
January 7, 2026 — Source

If you have a Samsung SSD, you better update this app ASAP
If your Samsung Magician app is older than version 9.0, you should immediately update it to patch a security vulnerability.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Infortrend Unveils Its Most Advanced U.2 NVMe SSD Storage Solution
Infortrend Technology, Inc., a leading provider of enterprise storage and AI solutions, today announced the launch of EonStor GS 5024U, its highest-performing storage system to date. It delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and scalability, effectively meeting the growing demands of AI workloads—from model training and inference to real-time analytics.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Lexar Shows SSDs, Memory, MicroSD Cards, and AI Vision at CES 2026
At CES 2026, the TechPowerUp team visited the Lexar booth to see what the company had to offer. Lexar was celebrating thirty years since helping to establish the CompactFlash card standard in 1996. Their anniversary showcase featured the new Professional SILVER PLUS microSDXC, which they claim is the world's fastest 2 TB UHS-I card, boasting read speeds of 255 MB/s and write speeds of 180 MB/s, with 4K60P recording capabilities for action camera users. The TouchLock Portable SSD also drew attention as the first NFC dual-encryption drive we've encountered, using a smartphone tap to unlock 128-bit AES hardware encryption.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Micron's 3610 Are PCIe 5 SSDs for Affordable Gaming PCs
The lack of Crucial branding still smarts, though.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Samsung patches high-risk security vulnerability in its SSD software, update yours now
If you have a Samsung SSD in your computer and you use the Samsung Magician app, it is time to update to the latest version, as Samsung reported a high-severity vulnerability in some of the older versions of the program.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Sandisk Gives Its Western Digital Blue and Black Lineups a Makeover
The new year is bringing a new look for Western Digital-branded SSDs. The Sandisk-owned Western Digital Blue and Black product lines are now Sandisk Optimus and have a new, possibly lightning-inspired logo to complete the look. In a statement announcing the rebrand, Sandisk indicated that it expects the new naming scheme to help customers find the products they need.
January 7, 2026 — Source

SanDisk heals WD Black and Blues, rebrands beloved client SSDs
NVMe drives to live on under the Optimus banner
January 7, 2026 — Source

Satechi Launches Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock with SSD Enclosure at CES 2026
Satechi introduced at CES 2026 the CubeDock with SSD enclosure, its first Thunderbolt 5 docking station. The device is offering 80/120 Gbps bandwidth and integrated M.2 NVMe storage supporting 2230/2242/2260/2280 NVMe SSDs up to 8 TB with speeds up to 6,000 MB/s. The aluminium dock measures 127 x 127 x 52 mm and features one upstream Thunderbolt 5 port with support for up to 140 W of host charging. Connectivity includes three downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports (80 Gbps, 15 W each), two USB-C ports (10 Gbps), two USB-A ports (10 Gbps), UHS-II SD and microSD card readers (up to 312 MB/s), 2.5G Ethernet, and a 3.5 mm audio jack.
January 7, 2026 — Source

SK hynix Platinum P51 2TB SSD Review - A Powerful Gen5 Alternative
Capable of 14,700 MB/s, the Platinum P51 delivers a certified 20K TT elite ranking along with some of the best gaming performance going.
January 7, 2026 — Source

UGREEN redefines NAS with secure, on-device AI in the NASync iDX Series
UGREEN NASync iDX Series offers top-tier powerful AI-native private cloud
January 7, 2026 — Source

Why UGREEN's new iDX NAS is more than storage—and superior to the Cloud
Redefined NAS with fast hardware and fully local AI
January 7, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — January 6th, 2026

CES 2026: Meet Phison's New PCIe 5.0 Controllers
Phison is showing off their chops at CES 2026, detailing several new PCIe 5.0 controllers and, you guessed it, new AI acceleration technology. We will get the AI over with first, as Phison has come up with something interesting that may have wider utility than just AI workloads during our current DDR5 nightmare. aiDAPTIV+ is a way to process LLM jobs making use of onboard integrated GPUs and the cache in a Phison SSD, reducing the amount of RAM required for processing.
January 6, 2026 — Source

DIGIEAR Announces OmniCore, an All-Flash AI NAS for Creators
DIGIEAR today unveiled OmniCore, a modular all-flash AI NAS, at CES 2026. Designed for creators, developers, and boutique enterprises managing high-volume digital content across mobile, remote, and security-sensitive workflows, OmniCore integrates ultra-fast storage, on-device AI, and modular scalability—setting a new benchmark for content management beyond the cloud. As the global storage market continues to face supply constraints, DIGIEAR emphasized its execution and manufacturing readiness.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Hohem's New Phone-Friendly SSD Is a 3-in-1 Hub for Mobile Video Workflows
Hohem has announced its first SSD, a compact SSD with a flip-up USB-C plug that connects directly to an iPhone, enabling ProRes RAW video capture. The Hohem SSD-01 is much more than just a pocket-friendly SSD, though. It also has USB-C ports for power, attaching accessories, and recording audio.
January 6, 2026 — Source

KIOXIA Shows New BG7 Client and LC9 series 245.76 TB Enterprise SSDs at CES 2026
Kioxia showcased its latest BG7 line of client mainstream NVMe SSDs, which will be aimed mostly at PC OEMs and range in capacities from 256 GB to 2 TB. The Kioxia BG7 series is actually the first client SSD solution to use the latest BiCS Gen 8 3D flash memory with CBA (CMOS directly Bonded to Array) technology. Thanks to the new BiCS Gen 7 3D flash, the Kioxia BG7 series SSDs promise random read and write of up to 1,000,000 IOPS and sequential performance of up to 7,000 MB/s, which is up to 10 and 16 percent higher random and sequential performance compared to its BG6 series predecessor.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Micron Launches 3610 SSDs: World's First Gen5 QLC Storage Devices With Up To 4 TB Capacity In Ultra-Compact M.2 2230 Form Factor
Micron's 3610 SSDs Open Up Gen5 Speeds For Mainstream Devices, Compact 4 TB 2230 M.2 Perfect For Mini PCs & Handhelds
January 6, 2026 — Source

Micron's New 3610 SSD With G9 QLC Aims To Bring Gen5 Storage To Everyone
Micron's out at the Consumer Electronics Show shouting, 'You get a Gen5 SSD, you get Gen5 SSD, you get a Gen5 SSD!'. Okay, maybe not quite literally, but it did use the annual tech showcase as a launchpad for its new Micron 3610 NVMe solid state drive family, which it's billing as the industry's first PCIe Gen5 Q9 QLC SSDs for client computing.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Watch Video or Source or Source

Novachips Debuts New Self-Encrypting P2-series SSDs Compliant with CNSA 2.0
Novachips Co., Ltd., an innovator in flash storage solutions, today introduced the new P2-series SSDs, which will allow the embedded system developers and system integrators to meet PQ (Post-quantum) cryptography security requirements by adopting general-purpose QR (Quantum-resistant) algorithms recommended by CNSA 2.0.
January 6, 2026 — Source

OWC Displays Thunderbolt Product Lineup at CES 2026
At the start of CES 2026, OWC announced several new Thunderbolt 5 products, led by the Envoy Ultra, now available in an 8 TB capacity. The portable SSD delivers over 6,000 MB/s and is up to twice as fast as Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 solutions. It features a rugged, IP67-rated enclosure with shock, dust, and water resistance, plus a built-in Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) cable. The 8 TB model is priced at $1,699.99. OWC also updated its ThunderBlade X12 production shuttle RAID, doubling maximum capacity to 192 TB using twelve 16 TB NVMe M.2 SSDs. The ThunderBlade X12 reaches up to 6,600 MB/s peak and 5,990 MB/s sustained write speeds, making it the first Thunderbolt 5 RAID shuttle to offer this capacity in a compact form factor.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Patriot Memory Brings Swanky New SSDs to CES 2026, World's Fastest DRAMless SSD
We conclude our tour of the Patriot Memory booth at 2026 CES with a look at their latest internal SSDs. The Patriot Viper PV563H aims to be the world's fastest PCIe Gen 5 DRAM-less SSD. The drive features a 6 nm DRAM-less controller from SMI, comes in 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB capacities, and offers sequential transfer rates of up to 14 GB/s reads, with up to 11 GB/s writes, both of which are the highest in the industry so far for DRAM-less Gen 5 SSDs.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Patriot Memory Consumer Storage Products at CES 2026
As part of our continuing coverage of Patriot Memory's CES 2026 outing, we showcase the company's latest consumer storage products. You can find our coverage of its PC memory products in this article. The Patriot iLuxe Stick C is a USB flash drive with two connectors, USB type-C, and Apple Lightning. The drive can function either as a USB Mass Storage Device, or as an Apple MFi certified storage device over Lightning, and is supported by iOS 12 and above. It comes in capacities ranging between 128 GB and 1 TB. The Patriot TAB T560 is essentially the same device, but with USB 3.2 Gen 1 type-A on one side, and type-C on the other. This drive offers sequential speeds of up to 120 MB/s. It comes in 32 GB to 256 GB capacities.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Phison Introduces E37T PCIe Gen 5 Controller for Efficient Mobile SSDs
Phison has announced the E37T PCIe Gen 5 controller, expanding its storage controller portfolio toward more efficient and compact consumer devices. While first-generation PCIe Gen 5 SSDs largely targeted desktop systems and workstations, the E37T is positioned for notebooks, handheld gaming devices, and small-form-factor PCs where power consumption, thermals, and board space are key design constraints. The E37T uses a DRAM-less, four-channel architecture that enables single-sided SSD designs across M.2 2280, 2242, and 2230 form factors. This makes it suitable for thin-and-light laptops and mobile platforms that cannot accommodate larger, double-sided SSDs.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Phison Showcases New E37T PCIe Gen 5 Storage Controller
Phison Electronics, a global leader in NAND flash controllers and storage solutions, today announced the newest addition to its vast product portfolio, the E37T PCIe Gen 5 controller, to be featured alongside its suite of client solutions at CES 2026. Built with best-in-class efficiency, the E37T utilizes 3D NAND to deliver competitive price-to-performance value for modern consumer workloads across notebooks and mobile devices.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Phison's new SSD controller sips a mere 2.3W and runs at 14.7 GB/s, addressing PCIe 5.0's power concerns — more affordable and power-saving PCIe 5.0 drives are coming for laptops and gaming handhelds
Blazing performance with incredible power efficiency
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Phison's New SSD Controllers Hands-on: E37T is the Fastest DRAMless Controller
At CES, we went hands on with Phison's latest innovations with consumer and enterprise SSDs. The star attraction is the new PS5037-E37T, a DRAM-less SSD controller for mainstream and performance segment SSDs. This chip can drive SSDs across M.2-2280, 2242 and 2230 form-factors, and features 4 NAND flash channels. It is energy-efficient, as it's built on the TSMC 6 nm foundry node. Phison claims astonishing performance figures for its reference-design drive based on the E37T, with up to 14.7 GB/s sequential reads, and up to 13 GB/s sequential writes, along with 2 million IOPS 4K reads/writes.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Sandisk Optimus Drives Pictured at CES 2026: Former WD_BLACK SSDs
At the start of the CES 2026, Sandisk shocked everyone with the rebranding of the WD_Black SSD family into a new brand called Sandisk Optimus. The new Sandisk Optimus drive family brings the old trusted WD_BLACK SSD family under a single name. The regular Optimus drives replace WD_BLUE, while the Optimus GX replaces WD_BLACK SN7100 NVMe SSD. For the Optimus GX PRO, Sandisk rebranded WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD, now offering PCIe 5.0 NVM M.2 SSDs with 14.9 GB/s read and 14 GB/s write speeds in 2 TB and 4 TB capacities.
January 6, 2026 — Source or Source

Computer — Storage — January 5th, 2026

Blu-ray Disc Turns 20, Still a Relevant Distribution Medium
The Blu-ray disc removable storage format turns 20 this year. It was debuted exactly two decades ago at the 2006 International CES, and is the last of the popular optical disc formats before high-speed Internet rendered disc-based distribution obsolete. Blu-ray launched with 25 GB as its initial storage capacity, about six times that of a DVD, later versions of Blu-ray would come with 50 GB in dual-layer types, and lesser known novel formats such as BDXL would double that to 100 GB. This was the first media to enable high definition home video distribution.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Conner Returns to the 2026 CES with Portable Digital Storage Solutions
Conner Peripherals, once a pioneering force in the evolution of personal computing, was known throughout the 1980s and 1990s as the industry leader and dominant standard in digital storage, particularly for 3.5-inch hard drives. By 1990, Conner Peripherals was the fastest-growing start-up company in the history of US commerce. Conner helped shape the foundation of modern digital storage and set benchmarks for performance, reliability, and compact engineering.
January 5, 2026 — Source

How the OWC 8TB Envoy Ultra SSD Raises the Bar for Portable Storage
The OWC 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 Portable SSD arrives at a moment when external storage is no longer just about capacity, but about keeping pace with rapidly evolving workflows.
January 5, 2026 — Source

KIOXIA Targets OEM Notebooks with Power-Efficient BG7 Client SSDs
KIOXIA has expanded its client storage portfolio with the introduction of the BG7 Series solid-state drives, making this the first time the company has brought its latest BiCS FLASH generation 8 3D flash memory into a client-focused product. With capacities ranging from 256GB to 2TB, the BG7 Series is designed for PC OEMs building commercial and consumer notebooks and desktops, with a focus on power efficiency and total cost of ownership.
January 5, 2026 — Source or Source

Lexar Celebrates 30th Anniversary at CES, Bringing Several New Storage Products to the Show
As Lexar celebrates its 30th anniversary, the brand reflects on three decades of innovation, engineering excellence, and trusted performance. Since 1996, Lexar has evolved from a pioneer in memory card standards into a global brand shaping the workflows of creators, gamers, professionals, and next-generation smart devices. Building on this foundation, Lexar enters 2026 with a clear focus: continuing to meet evolving user needs while preparing for a future shaped by AI-enabled workflows, mobility, and real-time data.
January 5, 2026 — Source

OWC launches stunning 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD
Other World Computing (OWC) has introduced an 8TB version of its Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD, expanding the range with what it says is the first bus-powered Thunderbolt 5 drive at this capacity. The new model joins the existing Envoy Ultra lineup and is aimed at users who need large, fast external storage without external power.
January 5, 2026 — Source

OWC Unveils Wild 192TB Version of its Fast ThunderBlade X12 RAID SSD
192TB is a staggering amount of storage, far exceeding what nearly every photographer could ever need to store their still photos, even if they capture 16-bit RAWs on a medium-format system. However, for hybrid creators and video-first professionals, 192TB may be just what they are looking for. High-resolution RAW video files can easily eclipse 1TB per hour, and some can be dramatically larger than that still. It adds up fast.
January 5, 2026 — Source or Source or Source or Source

SanDisk Rebrands WD Black and Blue SSDs Under New Optimus Lineup
SanDisk has announced a rebranding of its consumer SSD portfolio, formally retiring the WD Black and WD Blue product names. Following the company's separation from Western Digital, all SSDs previously sold under those labels will transition to a new naming structure built around the Optimus brand. Under the revised lineup, SSDs that were formerly marketed as WD Blue will now be positioned as SanDisk Optimus. These drives represent the entry-level segment of SanDisk's SSD range and are intended for general-purpose computing tasks where cost efficiency and balanced performance are the primary considerations.
January 5, 2026 — Source or Source

Sandisk retires WD_BLACK and WD Blue branding, launches Optimus SSD tiers for 2026
Sandisk used CES 2026 to introduce "Sandisk Optimus" as the new umbrella name for its internal consumer SSD lineup. The change retires the familiar WD color branding for these drives, replacing WD Blue and WD_BLACK naming with three Optimus tiers aimed at creators, gamers, and workstation users.
January 5, 2026 — Source

SanDisk Simplifies Client SSD Lineup with SANDISK Optimus Branding
Sandisk introduced a consolidated naming and branding strategy for its internal NVMe SSD lineup. The new SANDISK Optimus family now serves as the umbrella brand for its client SSDs for gamers, creators, and professionals, replacing the legacy WD_BLACK and WD Blue labels in this segment. The portfolio is structured around three tiers: SANDISK Optimus, SANDISK Optimus GX, and SANDISK Optimus GX P
January 5, 2026 — Source

Sandisk Unveils OPTIMUS M.2 SSD Lineup For Gamers, Professionals, And Creators
The Optimus lineup is categorized into three different tiers, offering high-performance storage solutions for everyone.
January 5, 2026 — Source

The world's smallest mobile-first SSD is getting two new models
ShiftCam Gear, the company that brought the Planck SSD for mobile phones to market, is announcing two new mobile-first SSDs in the Planck lineup with the Planck Essential and Planck Studio SSDs, both of which were revealed this week at CES 2026.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Unleash 8TB: Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD hits 6,000 MBps
OWC launched an 8TB version of its Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD on Monday. Previously, the rugged portable SSD topped out at 4TB. Thanks to Thunderbolt 5, the external solid-state drive can move files at up to 6,000 MBps, making it up to twice as fast as Thunderbolt 4 and USB4.
January 5, 2026 — Source

WD Black Drives Now Called SANDISK Optimus
Today at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2026), Sandisk announced Sandisk Optimus as the new name for its renowned internal SSD lineup for gamers, creators, and professionals. The new branding for this family of products reflects a focus on performance leadership, engineering excellence, and a heritage of trust in flash memory. The powerful collection of Sandisk Optimus internal storage solutions, encompasses three product lines: Sandisk Optimus, Sandisk Optimus GX, and Sandisk Optimus GX PRO.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Zettlab D4 NAS Review: Alpha software, ambitious vision
One of the main reasons people like to self-host, whether it be services or data, is to keep things private. It seems that privacy takes a step back every year, regardless of what country you're in. Even your browser leaks information about you. It's one reason I started a "self-hosting" guide in 2024 that I hope to continue in 2026. Keeping your data out of the cloud is one of the easiest ways to protect your privacy, and a NAS is a great way to do that, but there are a lot of different choices in this space.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — January 2nd, 2026

Patriot Viper PV593 4TB SSD Review — The Viper stays sleeping
A budget high-end SSD in a time of storage turmoil.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Should you invest in a NAS system at home to store your data? I did, and it's already paying off
If you're looking to break away from third-party file and directory storage, this model from Terramaster checks most boxes for me.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Start 2026 right with discounted Xbox storage cards — some even cheaper than they ever were during Christmas sales
Ensure your Xbox has enough storage space for 2026's biggest titles by upgrading with Seagate's Xbox Storage Expansion Cards.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — January 1ST, 2026

Adata XPG Mars 980 Blade 2TB SSD Review and more
Happy new year! Here is the first hardware reviews roundup of this year. The Sudokoo Proteus 360 all-in-one (AIO) computer has been praised for its highly customizable display, solid performance on both Intel and AMD platforms, strong warranty, and thoughtful design features. In the world of input devices, AQIRYS' ATRIA RGB Wireless Gaming Keyboard is a cost-effective option that boasts an LCD color screen and compact 1800 layout.
January 1, 2026 — Source

Best external drives: Top picks in portable storage
Your PC rig is not complete without an assist from external storage.
January 1, 2026 — Source

Computer — Storage — December 26th, 2025

ASUSTOR AS5402T 2-Bay NAS Review - Fast 2-bay NAS performance
The ASUSTOR AS5402T 2-Bay NAS is a nicely featured system with a wide array of apps and pleasing performance, though you do pay a slight premium for them.
December 26, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — December 25th, 2025

Pi calculation world record shattered at 314 trillion digits with a four-month run on a single server — StorageReview retakes the crown, thanks to storage bandwidth
At this rate, finding the last digit is probably just a few years down the road.
December 25, 2025 — Source

Redditor claims two Samsung 9100 PRO SSDs arrived as two full boxes of SSDs worth $6K
A Reddit user claims they ordered two Samsung 9100 PRO SSDs on Amazon and got "two boxes" of drives, not two individual units.
December 25, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — December 21st, 2025

Best NAS drives for Mac 2026: Top network storage picks & buying guide
Looking for a Wi-Fi storage option for a home with multiple Macs or an office with a team of people needing shared storage? Network attached or personal cloud storage is a great option.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Fake Corsair Vengeance DDR5 turns out to be DDR4 under the heatsink
This time, the scam uses a DDR5-style heatspreader to disguise a different module. A Redditor "Leading-Growth-8361" said they received what was sold as Corsair Vengeance DDR5, but the outer shell was loose and the stick would not fit like DDR5. After opening it, the module inside appeared to be DDR4.
December 21, 2025 — Source

Nvidia and SK hynix are building an AI SSD that could be 10x faster
Partnership expands beyond HBM as SK hynix targets 100 million IOPS
December 21, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — December 20th, 2025

Registry hack enables new performance-boosting native NVMe support on Windows 11 — Windows Server 2025 feature can be unlocked for consumer PCs, but at your own risk
This feature would let you maximize your NVMe drives.
December 20, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — December 19th, 2025

Best external SSD for Mac 2026: Expand your Mac storage
An external SSD can expand storage on your Mac or MacBook and add some serious speed. Discover the best external SSDs for Mac, including fast, reliable options for MacBook, iMac, and Mac Studio -- perfect for backups, editing, and extra storage.
December 19, 2025 — Source

BIWIN's Advanced Memory and Storage Solutions
BIWIN will highlight products designed to meet the growing demands of modern devices, from wearables and smartphones to industrial systems, automotive platforms, and high-end PCs. The company's focus this year is on delivering higher performance, lower power consumption, and long-term reliability across a wide range of applications.
December 19, 2025 — Source

This Silverstone hot swappable HDD/SSD bay adapter cage is most affordable it's ever been
The headlining feature here is of course hot-swap support and functionality so working with it should be easy. You can pull a drive, slide in a new one, and keep working with no downtime. Thus for anyone managing multiple drives whether that's game libraries, media archives, or scratch disks for editing, this should be a welcome quality-of-life upgrade.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — December 15th, 2025

HDD Prices Soar, Sparking Fears of Incoming Shortage
The good-old "spinning rust"—commonly referred to as Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)—may be another leg in the depleted computing infrastructure caused by the AI boom. According to DigiTimes, contract negotiations for the fourth quarter of 2025 concluded with traditional HDD prices settling about 4% higher quarter-over-quarter, marking the largest rise in the past eight quarters. That is over the largest increase in recent years, indicating that the demand is again outpacing supply even in the slower storage segments like HDD.
December 15, 2025 — Source

HDD prices spike as AI infrastructure and China's PC push collide — hard drives record biggest price increase in eight quarters, suppliers warn pressure will continue
Hard drives, often treated as a legacy technology, are once again being pulled into the spotlight.
December 15, 2025 — Source

I set up a NAS system at home to keep my data safe - here's my buying advice now
If you're looking to break away from third-party file and directory storage, this NAS from Terramaster might be just what you need.
December 15, 2025 — Source

KIOXIA Prepares Affordable G3 M.2 SSDs with QLC NAND and PCIe 5.0 Connection
KIOXIA is introducing a new storage solution with its Exceria G3 SSD series, an M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD lineup that combines PCIe 5.0 speeds with QLC NAND memory to offer more affordable options for fast PCIe 5.0 storage. Scheduled for release in the fourth quarter of 2025, these M.2 2280 drives will be available in 1 TB and 2 TB capacities. They promise sequential read speeds of up to 10,000 MB/s and write speeds reaching 9,600 MB/s for the larger model.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Samsung Could Stop SATA SSD Production Amid NAND Flash Shortage
Samsung is reportedly considering halting its consumer SATA III SSD production lines due to a growing shortage of NAND flash in the supply chain. According to Moore's Law is Dead, industry insiders have been discussing Samsung's potential stop of regular SATA III SSD production. Most NAND flash is being allocated to datacenter customers, such as AI labs and hyperscalers, leaving limited supply for the lower-margin consumer market, including PC gamers and tech enthusiasts. However, this likely only impacts regular SATA III SSDs and not Samsung's popular M.2 PCIe NVMe drives, which have been a consumer favorite for years.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Samsung denies rumor about exiting SATA SSD business, says reports are false
Samsung says it is not planning to phase out its consumer SSD business. A company spokesperson denied the online claims that Samsung would stop making SATA SSDs.
December 15, 2025 — Source or Source

SPhotonix Touts 5D Glass Storage To Preserve Data For Billions Of Years
SPhotonix is the latest big name in 5D glass storage technology, and it's proving to be quite ambitious in its goal to bring the technology to market, estimating "another three or four years of R&D" to get it there.
December 15, 2025 — Source

SSD running slow? These 5 fixes can speed it right back up
How to fix a sluggish SSD!
December 15, 2025 — Source

The world's smallest 1TB SSD drive is the travel device I didn't know I needed
The SanDisk ExtremeFit USB-C weighs under 3 grams yet delivers ample storage and fast speeds.
December 15, 2025 — Source

This 5D "memory crystal" glass storage could preserve data for 13.8 billion years
For archives designed to survive on cosmic timescales
December 15, 2025 — Source

Tiny Magnetic Swirls That Could Transform Data Storage
Researchers at Florida State University (FSU) have engineered a new crystal that twists magnetism into tiny swirling patterns known as skyrmions, a breakthrough that could lead to faster, denser, and far more energy-efficient data storage.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — December 5th, 2025

DapuStor Intros Second-Gen QLC R6060 SSD Series with Capacities up to 245 TB
As AI technology evolves at breakneck speed, the industry is witnessing an unprecedented explosion of data. The bottleneck in AI infrastructure is shifting—no longer solely about compute power, but about how data is stored, accessed, and scaled. The critical challenge now lies in managing ever-growing volumes of warm and hot data with higher density, lower power consumption, and optimized total cost of ownership (TCO). Traditional expansion strategies are hitting limits in space, power consumption, and cost efficiency, prompting a new wave of infrastructure transformation—ushering in the era of enterprise-grade QLC SSDs.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Kingston Fury Renegade G5 8TB SSD Review
When we looked at Kingston's Fury Renegade G5, the company's first Gen 5 drive in early 2025, the largest capacity available at launch was the 4TB flagship model. Skip ahead seven months, and that capacity limit has been doubled with the latest addition to the lineup, the 8TB Fury Renegade G5.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — December 3rd, 2025

Micron ends Crucial consumer SSD and RAM line, shifts focus to AI and enterprise
Micron has announced that it will exit the Crucial consumer business, ending retail and distribution sales of Crucial-branded memory and storage worldwide by the end of fiscal Q2, which closes in February 2026. Crucial SSDs and DRAM kits will continue to ship through consumer channels until then, and Micron says warranty service and support will remain in place for existing products.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 30th, 2025

These Old Storage Types Are Seeing Their Way Out
A general trend in the advancement of technology is the slimming down of devices. Phones have become pocketable, computers now actually fit on our laps, and cameras don't have to be bulky anymore. Despite this positive push towards compactness, the internal bits in our everyday gadgets have gotten far more complex and capable. With demand for sophisticated apps and games increasing, we've seen massive jumps in processing power, battery life, and, most obvious of all — storage.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 29th, 2025

Corsair EX400U 4TB USB4 Portable SSD Review
We purchased the Corsair EX400U 4TB because we wanted to see how it performs compared to many of the USB 3.2 Gen2 and 2×2 drives that we have reviewed previously. With USB4, we are promised read speeds at up to 4GB/s and write at 3.6GB/s, making this faster than many early NVMe SSDs, despite it being a small USB drive. With that, let us get to the review and what we found.
November 29, 2025 — Source

Kingston Dual Portable SSD review: Pocket-friendly SSD provides good performance
Dual interfaces provide compatibility with USB-A and USB-C in a compact design.
November 29, 2025 — Source

Samsung's beastly chart-topping 990 Pro 4TB SSD is down to just 7 cents per GB — now a mere $299 as storage shortages loom
The best there is, now cheaper.
November 29, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 26th, 2025

Biwin Black Opal X570 Pro 2TB SSD Review - Powerful and efficient single-sided goodness
Capable of 14,000 MB/s, cool running, certified TT elite performance, and single-sided, Biwin's Black Opal X570 Pro SSD is one of the best ever made.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Seagate achieves a whopping 6.9TB storage capacity per platter in its laboratory — 55TB to 69TB hard drives now physically possible
Seagate is squeezing as much capacity out of its HAMR technology as it can
November 23, 2025 — Source

Ugreen NASync DH series review: A perfect home NAS for Mac users
An affordable NAS for families and beginners.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 23rd, 2025

Best PCIe 4.0 SSDs: Top picks from experts
Best overall, best on a budget, best for a game console, and more.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Large-capacity microSD cards are now regularly out of stock in Japan as storage crunch claims another victim — high-capacity HDDs are also vanishing
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/microsd-cards/large-capacity-microsd-cards-are-now-regularly-out-of-stock-in-japan-as-storage-crunch-claims-another-victim-high-capacity-hdds-are-also-vanishing#:~:text=512%20GB%2C%201TB%2C%20and%202TB%20models%20affected.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Retro computing enthusiast creates perforated tape reader designed 'from scratch' — reads data at about 50 bytes per second
The punched card computer era finally shuttered in 1984, when IBM discontinued card manufacturing, but some people miss it.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 22nd, 2025

A tiny 0.5MB SmartMedia card wins the Small Capacity Memory Card Championship (Japan) — 2KB Casio battery-backed RAM card lost due to a technicality
What is the most cramped memory card you own?
November 22, 2025 — Source

Best external SSDs for gaming: 5 great portable performance drives
Don't leave performance on the table!
November 22, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 21st, 2025

Best external drives 2025: Top picks in portable storage
Your PC rig is not complete without an assist from external storage.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Press a button and this SSD will self-destruct with all your data
The T-Create Expert P35S has a two-stage safety button to prevent accidental presses and unintended data loss.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Self-destructing thumb drive can brick itself and wipe your secret files away
If you've ever watched Mission Impossible, where Jim Phelps gets instructions from an audio tape that catches fire after five seconds, TeamGroup has an external SSD with your name on it. The T-Create Expert P35S is a portable USB-powered SSD that comes with a self-destruct button, which wipes all your data and physically renders the device useless.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 20th, 2025

Dropbox Backup review: Easy backup for yourself, avoid it for teams
While the personal account backup works as advertised, the teams backup routine puts your data at risk.
November 20, 2025 — Source

I tested the world's smallest 1TB SSD drive, and it's a game-changer for work travel
The SanDisk ExtremeFit USB-C flash drive weighs less than 3 grams but offers ample storage at impressive speeds.
November 20, 2025 — Source

MagStor Announces LTO-10 40TB Solutions
MagStor, a recognized leader in tape storage solutions, today announced availability of LTO-10 40 TB media for all product lines including Thunderbolt, Desktop, Rackmount, and Tape Libraries including PetaByte Machines, enabling capacities exceeding 21.6 Petabytes of storage in a single library.
November 20, 2025 — Source

PNY CS2150 2TB SSD Review - An Elite Mainstream SSD
PNY's new CS2150 2TB is a single-side designed PCIe Gen5 SSD sporting what is currently our favorite mainstream hardware configuration.
November 20, 2025 — Source

TEAMGROUP Launches the T-CREATE EXPERT P35S Destroyed External SSD with Dual-Safety Mechanism
Team Group Inc., a global leader in memory solutions, continues to drive mobile storage innovation and R&D capabilities. Today, the company announced the launch of the T-CREATE EXPERT P35S Destroyed External SSD, the world's first external SSD with built-in data destruction functionality. The device features TEAMGROUP's patented two-stage safety push-button design. Combined with a red visual warning and a dual-damping structural mechanism, it effectively prevents accidental activation and ensures operational safety. This innovation underscores TEAMGROUP's ongoing leadership in mobile storage technology and sets a new benchmark for confidential data protection.
November 20, 2025 — Source or Source

The best SSD for PS5 in 2025: Why Samsung is the brand to beat
We've found the best SSDs for PS5 on the market in 2025
November 20, 2025 — Source< or Source

Wasabi Expands with New High-Speed Storage Class and Enters Silicon Valley to Support AI Infrastructure
Wasabi Technologies has announced a new development in its cloud storage offerings: the introduction of Wasabi Fire, a high-performance storage class specifically designed to support AI workloads. Alongside that, the company has opened a new storage region in San Jose, California, through a partnership with IBM Cloud. Together, these moves are part of Wasabi's effort to strengthen its position in the growing AI infrastructure market, where organizations are seeking storage solutions that are fast, scalable, and cost-efficient.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 14th, 2025

Silicon Motion Announces SM8388, the Industry's Leading Power-Efficient PCIe Gen5 8-Channel Enterprise SSD Controller
https://www.techpowerup.com/342921/silicon-motion-announces-sm8388-the-industrys-leading-power-efficient-pcie-gen5-8-channel-enterprise-ssd-controller#:~:text=Silicon%20Motion%20Technology,enabling%20Nearline%20SSDs.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 13th, 2025

Tape keeps kicking, 'breakthrough' 40TB native spec announced — LTO-10 tapes claim up to 100TB compressed data capacity, hold 2.2X more data than previous spec
LTO-10 40TB tape cartridges will work with equipment currently using LTO-10 30TB media. The new carts ship in Q1 2026.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 9th, 2025

Hard drives on backorder for two years as AI data centers trigger HDD shortage — delays forcing rapid transition to QLC SSDs
The AI boom might help QLC overtake TLC in the next two years.
November 9, 2025 — Source

Samsung Teases Modular SSD and M.2 2242 SSD with DRAM
Although we're almost two months away from CES, companies are already starting to tease products that they will have on display at the show. Samsung has unveiled a pair of new SSDs, of which one might find an appeal with owners of portable gaming devices. The other, is not going to be something most consumers will ever have any direct contact with, but the Detachable AutoSSD is an interesting product from Samsung that might spill over in other markets in the future.
November 9, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 8th, 2025

Samsung teases radical new modular SSD design with swappable NAND and SSD controller that can be detached independently — tiny 4TB PCIe 5.0 M.2 drive is also ready
Two exciting drives to spearhead Samsung's SSD army into CES 2026
November 8, 2025 — Source

Teamgroup NV5000 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD -- Value Oriented 2 TB With Graphene Thermal Pad
While PCIe Gen 5 NVMe SSDs are setting new storage performance benchmarks, the real-life and application benefits of getting those drives are still not worth the price you are paying for them. It's still very much an early adopter product for now and while we appreciate the speed-up, we would love to see the performance transition from synthetic benchmarks to actual use cases.
November 8, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 7th, 2025

Corsair MP700 Pro XT 2TB SSD Review
Launched at the same time as the MP700 Micro, Corsair's M.2 2280 MP700 Pro XT is the company's latest Gen 5 flagship. Utilising Phison's latest flagship Gen 5 controller, the PS5028-E28, the 2TB MP700 Pro XT hits the market at £260 here in the UK.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Global Channel SSD Shipments Fall 14% in 2024; Market Becomes More Consolidated
TrendForce's latest research indicates that the global client SSD market experienced a price low in 2023, followed by gradual stabilization of supply and demand and a price rebound in 2024. However, retail SSD sales face challenges due to ongoing weak consumer electronics demand and notebook SSD attach rates reaching 100%. This has led to reduced shipments from SSD module makers. Channel SSD shipments for 2024 are projected at 101 million units, reflecting a 14% YoY decrease.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Google Drive Adds a Simple New Way to Protect Shared Files
Google Drive has added a new functionality that allows users to set expirations on shared files and folders. The update will improve control over shared content and protect sensitive data from long-term exposure. Google is gradually rolling out the new feature to Workspace, Education, and personal account users.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Samsung To Showcase 10.7 Gbps LPDDR6 Memory & 14.8 GB/s PM9E1 M.2 22×42 Gen5 SSD
Samsung Is Ready To Bring Out Its First LPDDR6 DRAM Products Next Year, Will Also Showcase PM9E1 22x42 Gen5 SSD At CES 2026
November 7, 2025 — Source

Samsung to Unveil LPDDR6 RAM and AI-Optimized SSD
Samsung is gearing up to reveal its next-gen LPDDR6 RAM and compact AI-optimized Gen5 SSD at CES 2026. The new memory promises faster speeds and improved efficiency, while the SSD delivers high performance in a smaller form factor for AI-driven devices.
November 7, 2025 — Source

VectoTech Rapid 16TB USB SSD review: Uber vast, decently fast
If you're looking for a svelte, super-high capacity USB SSD, this might be what you're looking for.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 6th, 2025

Legendary Windows Pinball developer rescues 200lb magnetic disc drive from the 1980s -- requires a scissor lift to move it, only has 622 MB of storage
It's back to the 1980s with this drive, just bring your earplugs
November 6, 2025 — Source

Sandisk Launches the Extreme Fit USB-C Drive with 1 TB Option
Without much fanfare, Sandisk has launched the rather oddly shaped Extreme Fit USB-C Flash Drive, which is intended as a storage upgrade for your laptop, rather than your typical removable USB drive. The blocky, rather tall, but flat device—it measures 18.50 x 15.70 x 13.60 mm—is meant to be left in your USB-C port, even when you carry your laptop around in your backpack, at least according to the product pictures on Sandisk's site. Sandisk also provides a backup app that will do automatic backups for you.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Think your data's safe? Not if you're missing these 7 backup essentialsThere's a right way to do data backup.
07.13.2013
November 6, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — November 5th, 2025

Adata SC735 review: A solid SSD disguised as a USB drive
We like the look and design of this super compact SSD/thumb drive. But performance is light-duty only.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Chilldyne Acquired by Daikin Applied Americas
Daikin Applied Americas has acquired Chilldyne, a leader in negative-pressure liquid-cooling systems for high-performance and AI data centers. This acquisition enhances Daikin Applied's current data center solutions, reinforcing its focus on sustainable, efficient cooling technologies. It also supports the company's goal of providing comprehensive cooling solutions that meet the critical needs of hyperscale and next-generation AI data centers.
November 5, 2025 — Source

QNAP Launches TS-h2477AXU-RP 24-bay ZFS NAS
QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading innovator in computing, networking, and storage solutions, today introduced the TS-h2477AXU-RP, an enterprise ZFS NAS designed to meet the growing demand for high performance, reliability, and flexible I/O expansion. With twenty-four 3.5-inch SATA drive bays, dual M.2 PCIe Gen 5 slots, three PCIe Gen 4 slots, and redundant power supplies, the TS-h2477AXU-RP also includes built-in 2.5GbE and 10GbE ports—offering organizations a high-speed, centralized storage platform that supports diverse workloads and mission-critical operations.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 31st, 2025

HighPoint RocketAIC 7608AW Review: The Fast Gets Even Faster with 56 GB/s of throughput
Extreme capacity, extreme performance
October 31, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 30th, 2025

Netac NV150HK 2TB SSD Review
Netac's NV150HK is the first Gen 5 drive to join the company's large range of SSDs. Designed for gaming and content creation use, it offers sequential speeds of up to 14,000MB/s and 13,000MB/s for reads and writes, respectively.
October 30, 2025 — Source

QNAP's new NAS brings exotic data center 'ruler' SSDs into your house — massive ES.1 form factor SSDs for up to 19.2TB of storage for $4,399
QNAP now offers pre-installed bundles for the company's NASbook TBS-h574TX, featuring EDSFF (Enterprise and Datacenter Standard Form Factor) E1.S SSDs, commonly referred to as the "ruler" form factor. The Thunderbolt 4 NAS, powered by an Intel processor, is now available with capacities of 9.6TB or 19.2TB.
October 30, 2025 — Source

SanDisk's ultra-tiny USB flash drive is built to live in your laptop forever
SanDisk will officially launch the new drive next week on Nov. 4.
October 30, 2025 — Source

TeamGroup X2 Max 2TB External SSD Review - Ultra Portable and Versatile
Type-C or Type-A, it doesn't matter, the TeamGroup X2 Max has got you covered, and because it's native USB, it will work wherever it fits.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Western Digital Investigates Older SMR Hard Drive Failures Tied to Design Flaws
Western Digital has confirmed it is investigating potential problems with some of its older SMR-based hard drives, following reports from multiple data recovery firms about unusually high failure rates. The affected models include 2 TB, 3 TB, 4 TB, and 6 TB WD Blue and Red drives (model numbers WD*0EZAZ, WD*0EDAZ, and WD*0EFAX) released around 2020, products that previously landed the company in a class-action lawsuit over undisclosed use of SMR (Shingled Magnetic Recording) technology.
October 30, 2025 — Source or Source

Yikes! Windows 11 can lock you out of your files. Here's how to avoid the nightmare
I felt this story in my gut.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 26th, 2025

5 Of The Best Portable Apps You Should Always Keep On A Flash Drive
Portable apps are a little-known aspect of Windows that people don't take advantage of enough. Most apps install themselves in various places across your operating system, often relying on existing dependencies to function. A portable app comes equipped with all it needs to run in a single file. It requires no installation or additional setup; you just double-click it and it runs. As a result, you can put said app anywhere — your downloads folder, an external hard drive, one of those large external USB drives — and use it like any other program.
October 26, 2025 — Source

Kingston Fury Renegade G5 2TB SSD Review: The Renegade is Back
A solid followup to Kingston's popular drive.
October 26, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 25th, 2025

Fujitsu is still putting Blu-ray drives in laptops -- and people in Japan still want them
You thought internal disc drives were dead? Fujitsu disagrees
October 25, 2025 — Source

These HDDs from Seagate IronWolf Pro and Exos X18 and WD Red Pro are selling at great prices
The 8TB Seagate IronWolf Pro features a SATA 6Gb/s interface, unlimited drive-bay support, Conventional Magnetic Recording (CMR), rotational vibration sensors, and a 256MB cache. It spins at 7,200RPM and sustains a workload rate of 550TB per year. The drive includes three years of Rescue Data Recovery Services and carries a five-year limited warranty.
October 25, 2025 — Source

UGREEN NASync DH2300 & DH4300 Plus: Making Local Storage Simple & Secure
What if managing your digital life could be as simple as tapping your phone or organizing files with a single app? In a world where cloud storage dominates, concerns about privacy, subscription costs, and data accessibility are growing louder. Enter the UGREEN NASync DH2300 and DH4300 Plus, two innovative devices that promise to make local storage not only secure but also refreshingly simple. Designed for everyone, from tech novices to small teams with demanding needs, these network-attached storage (NAS) solutions offer a compelling alternative to the cloud, blending user-friendly design with powerful features.
October 25, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 24th, 2025

Sandisk Launches Licensed Crayola Lineup of USB-C Flash Drives
Sandisk and Crayola today announced that the companies have partnered together to launch the Sandisk Crayola USB-C Flash Drive, the first officially licensed Crayola USB flash drive available for purchase starting today. Teachers, parents, and students are no strangers to stacks of schoolwork or growing collections of precious artwork. Now, they can store art projects, homework assignments, favorite photos, games, and more in an adorable crayon-shaped flash drive - perfect for making space for even more creativity.
October 24, 2025 — Source

SSSTC PJ1 3.84TB M.2 22110 SSD Review - Enterprise Grade Boot Drive
SSSTC's enterprise-grade boot drive, the PJ1, is proving to be a highly sought-after M.2 SSD in the server storage arena. Let's find out why.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 20th, 2025

Longsys Announces Industry's First Integrated-Packaging mSSD
Longsys Announces Industry's First Integrated-Packaging mSSD
October 20, 2025 — Source

Smarter Storage at the Edge: The Key to AI Anywhere
AI is moving beyond the cloud. To succeed where power, space, and latency are limited, enterprises need storage that removes bottlenecks and accelerates performance. Solidigm SSDs are built for this shift
October 20, 2025 — Source

While Microsoft retires Windows 10, optical drives are selling like hot cakes in Japan for some reason
Japanese PC users still have a thing for optical media and offline storage
October 20, 2025 — Source

Wondershare Recoverit V14—AI-Driven Recovery Across 1M+ Devices, 10K+ Scenarios, 99.5% Success Rate
The best chance of getting your data back.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 17th, 2025

HIKSEMI Unveils AI-Powered Storage Innovations at GITEX 2025
HIKSEMI, a global provider of professional data storage solutions, showcased its vision for the intelligent storage era at GITEX 2025 under the theme "Smart Data. Smarter Life." The company introduced next-generation storage products designed to help users harness data in the AI-driven world.
October 17, 2025 — Source or Source

Computer — Storage — October 15th, 2025

Apacer Intros PV250-M280 Fully Lead-free SSD with CoreEnergy Technology
Global digital storage leader Apacer announced the launch of the industry's first Fully Lead-free SSD, the PV250-M280, taking the lead in addressing opportunities in the green supply chain as the EU's RoHS exemptions near expiration. At the same time, Apacer unveiled its CoreEnergy power regulation technology, further aligning with global energy-saving and carbon-reduction trends, and enabling clients to gain an early advantage in sustainable development.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Synology DSM 7.3 NAS OS Update Released: Third-Party Drives Are Back!
What if your storage system could be smarter, faster, and more flexible, without breaking the bank? With the release of Synology DSM 7.3, that vision is closer than ever. This update isn't just a routine patch; it's a fantastic option for NAS users, reintroducing third-party drive compatibility and debuting storage tiering to optimize performance and cost. But it's not all smooth sailing, some changes, like the removal of certain codec support, may disrupt workflows. Whether you're a seasoned NAS administrator or a casual user, DSM 7.3 demands attention, offering both exciting opportunities and critical considerations for your storage setup.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Toshiba's 12-disk hard drive breakthrough could lead to 40TB models by 2027
The company's new glass-based design packs more platters into the same 3.5-inch form factor
October 15, 2025 — Source

UGREEN Makes Secure Local Storage Easy for Everyone with New DH Series NAS
Following the success of its DXP series, UGREEN has announced the launch of its new DH Series, designed to make network-attached storage (NAS) more accessible for entry-level users and those with essential data storage needs. The lineup includes two models, NASync DH2300 and NASync DH4300 Plus, with the DH2300 officially available starting October 15.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 13th, 2025

Cloud Storage Is Expensive. Here's a Much Cheaper Way to Back Up Your Photos and Videos
Instead of paying a monthly fee to keep my memories in the cloud, I figured out an affordable long-term storage solution.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Fast Today, Ready for Tomorrow: QSAN XN4226D Unified Storage
QSAN has been building enterprise storage solutions since 2004, and that experience is evident in the XN4 line. The XN4226D in our lab is a 2U, 26-bay, all-NVMe array with dual active controllers, delivering high availability as unified block and file storage. QSM 4 software adds the expected data services, including snapshots, replication options, data reduction, and a straightforward management experience. The XN4 is designed for teams that seek NVMe speed without compromising multiprotocol flexibility, all at a very approachable price.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Transcend Launches CFexpress 830 Type B Memory Card Series
Transcend Information, Inc. (Transcend), a global leader in digital storage solutions, today announced the launch of its CFexpress 830 Type B memory card. Built on the latest CFexpress 4.0 specification with a PCIe Gen 4 x2 interface, the card delivers read speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s and sustained write speeds of up to 2,600 MB/s, enabling ultra-fast and seamless data transfer.
October 13, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 10th, 2025

Free Up More Google Drive Space at No Cost With These Hacks
Clearing out old emails, large files and more can free up a lot of space.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB SSD Review
The latest SSD to join Kingston's line-up of data centre class drives is the DC3000ME, Kingston's first PCIe 5.0 enterprise SSD, using a PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe U.2 interface.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Solidigm AI Central Lab Features 192 SSDs Packing 23.6 PB Into 16U
Solidigm recently announced the opening of its AI Central Lab featuring what it claims are the industry's highest-performing and most dense storage test clusters built for artificial intelligence workloads. Located in Rancho Cordova at the FarmGPU facility near Solidigm headquarters, the AI Central Lab lets Solidigm run and study real-world workloads on NVIDIA B200 and H200 GPUs. This gives the company insights into how storage can boost cluster efficiency and allows key AI ecosystem partners to run experiments on the lab's hardware.
October 10, 2025 — Source

SSD acting weird? Do these 5 things ASAP before it dies
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2935614/ssd-acting-weird-do-these-5-things-asap-before-it-dies.html#:~:text=Notice%20the%20warning%20signs%20and%20act%20quickly!
October 10, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 8th, 2025

Object First Launches Ootbi Mini and Honeypot, Expands Fleet Visibility
Object storage has become the backbone of modern data protection, delivering scale-out capacity, S3 compatibility, and immutability features that align with Zero Trust architectures. We've consistently seen object-based appliances gain favor for backup and recovery because they simplify operations while hardening environments against ransomware.
October 8, 2025 — Source or Source

Synology backtracks and adds 3rd-party hard drive support to its 2025 NAS lineup
Earlier this year Synology announced that you'd need to use Synology-branded hard drives in its 2025 line of "Plus" branded network-attached storage devices if you wanted full functionality. While you could theoretically use a non-Synology drive with the Synology DiskStation DS225+, DS425+, DS925+ and other models, you'd be unable to create data storage pools, or use volume deduplication.
October 8, 2025 — Source or Source

Synology Releases DiskStation Manager 7.3
Synology today announced the release of DiskStation Manager (DSM) 7.3, delivering enhanced storage efficiency, strengthened security and reliability, and new productivity features. "As data grows rapidly, advanced solutions are needed to manage, process, and unlock its full value," said Kenneth Hsu, Director of the System Group at Synology. "DSM 7.3 helps customers confidently address evolving data management challenges on a platform that is secure, reliable, and ready to support AI transformation."
October 8, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — October 3rd, 2025

Microsoft's gorgeous new Windows 11 OneDrive app leaks from official servers
A redesigned Windows 11 OneDrive app has recently leaked from official Microsoft servers, similar to the early release of Windows 11 25H2 ISOs. This significant revamp blends Fluent Design with web app elements, reflecting Microsoft's recent trend toward web-based applications. The update, following the OneDrive 3.0 release two years prior, introduces a new top menu for navigation, including sections like "Moments," "Gallery," "Albums," "People," and "Favourites."
October 3, 2025 — Source

NAND Flash Shortages May Last 10 Years, Phison CEO Warns
The massive AI infrastructure buildout is placing a significant strain on the entire semiconductor supply chain, with one often overlooked component being NAND-based storage. According to Phison Electronics CEO Pua Khein-Seng, the NAND flash shortage could last an entire decade. CEO Pua warned that an upcoming NAND flash shortage is estimated to begin in 2026 and could stretch across the next decade.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Sharge Disk Pro Review: Tiny Device Packs 4TB and 5 PortHub
What if your external storage device could do more than just store files? Imagine a sleek, credit card-sized gadget that not only holds up to 4TB of data but also doubles as a USB docking station, complete with high-speed data transfer, multiple ports, and even an active cooling system. Bold claims like these are exactly what the Sharge Disk Pro brings to the table, promising to redefine what portable storage can be.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Upgrade Your UGREEN NAS with TrueNAS for Maximum Performance
What if your compact, reliable UGREEN NAS could do even more? Imagine transforming it into a powerhouse of customization and performance, capable of handling advanced storage configurations and unlocking features you didn't know you needed. By installing TrueNAS Scale, you can take your UGREEN NAS beyond its pre-installed operating system, opening up a world of possibilities for both personal and professional use.
October 3, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — September 29th, 2025

Samsung Confirms 512 TB PCIe Gen6 SSDs For 2027 Launch, InnoGrit Also Preps PCIe Gen6 AI NVME/CXL SSDs For Enterprise
Major SSD manufacturers are now confirming the launch of their next-gen PCIe Gen6 SSDs for enterprise by 2026-2027.
September 29, 2025 — Source or Source

SanDisk Announces Exclusive microSD Card and NVMe SSD for ROG Xbox Ally Handhelds
SanDisk has introduced officially licensed storage solutions for ASUS' ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally handhelds. The lineup features a ROG-branded SanDisk microSD card, now available for pre-order, and an upcoming WD_BLACK SN7100X NVMe SSD. The microSD cards will ship in 512 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB variants, providing storage for up to 50 titles with direct playback support. Rated at 200 MB/s read speeds, the cards are designed for durability with drop, shock, and X-ray resistance, and ship with a limited lifetime warranty.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Your SSD is hiding extra speed. Unlock it with these 5 tweaks
Tweaks that make a difference!
September 29, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — September 25th, 2025

HighPoint Technologies Introduces Rocket 7638D, Industry's First Hardware Architecture for GPU-Direct NVMe Storage
HighPoint Technologies, a leader in high-performance storage solutions, has announced the launch of the Rocket 7638D, a revolutionary PCIe Gen 5 switch adapter engineered to solve the most critical bottleneck in modern AI/ML workflows: data starvation. The adapter's groundbreaking hardware architecture provides a foundational platform for GPU-Direct NVMe storage, enabling NVIDIA GPUs to directly access massive datasets without the performance penalties of CPU bottlenecks. The Rocket 7638D is designed to help AI professionals maximize their return on investment by ensuring their GPUs are always at full utilization, accelerating model training, inference, and data preprocessing to unprecedented speeds.
September 25, 2025 — Source

I'm an IT expert. Here are the 6 most common backup mistakes people make
Avoid these pitfalls when backing up your data!
September 25, 2025 — Source

Icy Dock Unveils CP154 Concept Adapter for M.2 NVMe to E1.S SSD Conversion
The ICY DOCK CP154 is a full-metal converter that transforms a standard M.2 NVMe SSD (2230/2242/2260/2280) into a 9.5 mm E1.S SSD form factor with full SFF-TA-1006 interface compliance. Designed to bridge the gap between affordable M.2 storage and enterprise-grade E1.S systems, CP154 enables system integrators, engineers, and enterprise IT teams to leverage widely available M.2 NVMe SSDs in high-performance E1.S server infrastructures.
September 25, 2025 — Source

NAND Flash Prices to Rise 5-10% in 4Q25, Driven by Spillover Demand for QLC Products
TrendForce's latest investigations have revealed that with consumer demand was concentrated in the first half of the year, leading to the traditional second-half peak season underperforming. The market had expected NAND Flash prices to stabilize in 4Q25. However, HDD shortages and longer lead times have prompted CSPs to quickly redirect storage demand toward QLC enterprise SSDs. This urgent surge in orders has resulted in significant market volatility.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Pure Storage Expands Platform Capabilities for AI Efficiency and Cyber Resilience
Pure Storage is evolving its Enterprise Data Cloud platform to better address two of the most pressing enterprise requirements: operational efficiency for AI workloads and robust cyber resilience. By unifying data management across environments and embedding intelligence directly into the infrastructure, the company positions its platform as a foundation for both innovation and security.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — September 22nd, 2025

Biwin Introduces Amber CB500 CFexpress Type B Card
Biwin announces that its Amber CB500 CFexpress Type B card has become the world's first CFexpress Type B card to receive VPG800 certification from the CompactFlash Association. With sustained write speeds of 800 MB/s guaranteed, the CB500 empowers filmmakers, cinematographers, and content creators to capture 8K RAW, high frame rate, and uncompressed video with stability.
September 22, 2025 — Source

IBM's First Hard Disk Drive Is 69 Years Old - Just How Big Was It?
https://www.slashgear.com/1970359/best-cummins-swaps-all-time/
September 22, 2025 — Source

Proxmox Backup Server: HomeLabs and Production Backup Solution
Imagine losing months or even years of critical data in the blink of an eye, an all-too-common nightmare for IT professionals and home lab enthusiasts alike. In a world where data is the lifeblood of both small-scale projects and enterprise-level operations, finding a backup solution that is both reliable and resource-efficient is no small feat. Enter the Proxmox Backup Server (PBS), a tool that has quickly become a game changer for anyone managing virtual environments.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Ubiquiti Launches UniFi UNAS Dual and Quad Bay Desktop NAS Series
Ubiquiti has unveiled its UniFi UNAS desktop NAS series that includes the UNAS 2 (two-bay) and UNAS 4 (four-bay) models each targeting different storage and performance needs. The UNAS 4 with its four bays, stands as the top model in the series featuring a quad-core Arm Cortex-A55 processor operating at 1.7 GHz paired with 4 GB of system memory.
September 22, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Computer — Storage — September 19th, 2025

The AI Storage Crunch: Why Hard Drives Are the New Hot Commodity
While the world has been focused on the GPU shortage fueled by artificial intelligence, a less visible but equally critical crisis is brewing: the AI storage crunch. New research indicates that the explosive demand for AI is overwhelming the global supply of hard disk drives (HDDs), leading to massive delays and impending price hikes that will affect everyone from cloud giants to small businesses.
September 19, 2025 — Source

UniFi UNAS 2 Review: Affordable, Compact, and Surprisingly Capable
Is simplicity worth the trade-off? In the world of network-attached storage (NAS), where advanced features and scalability often dominate the conversation, the UniFi UNAS 2 takes a radically different approach. Priced at an accessible $199, this two-bay NAS promises a compact, no-frills solution for users with basic storage needs. But does its streamlined design and integration with the UniFi ecosystem make up for its lack of advanced capabilities?
September 19, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — September 16th, 2025

ADATA Launches SD820 and SC735 External Solid-State Drives
As the demand for high-resolution video creation, large game files, and mobile office solutions continues to surge, consumers increasingly seek fast, lightweight, and resilient mobile storage options. In response, ADATA, a global leader in memory and storage solutions, today launched two rugged military-grade external solid-state drives: the SD820 and SC735. Both products elevate the robust design philosophy of ADATA's classic external storage lineup, featuring USB 3.2 Gen 2 x2 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 interfaces for high-speed transfers, drop resistance, and ultimate portability.
September 16, 2025 — Source

AI's Insatiable Storage Demand Sparks HDD Shortage And SSDs Could Be Next
We're seeing a similar plot line with AI demand compared to the crypto craze that enraptured the market a few years ago. First, GPUs became scarce and in high demand, with high prices not far behind. Next, even CPUs entered the fray, and now it's happening to storage media. Due to the large amount of data required by AI workloads, storage shortages have reared their ugly head.
September 16, 2025 — Source

ATP Electronics Unveils Gen 4 SSDs with up to 18‑stage Throttling and 40% Idle Power Cut
ATP Electronics, a global leader in specialized storage and memory solutions, is excited to announce a new series of NVMe PCIe Generation 4 compact solid state drives (SSDs) equipped with self-engineered technology that overcomes the limitations of thermal throttling, delivers up to 40% power savings, and protects data with powerful security features. The N701/N601 SSDs feature technological innovation that utilizes ATP's in-house firmware engineering capabilities blended with extensive industrial experiences in understanding diverse contexts and challenges to pioneer unique, differentiating technologies and settings.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Biwin Black Opal X570 2TB SSD Review: Caught In The Middle With You
High-end power without the DRAM
September 16, 2025 — Source

Buying an SSD? Ask yourself these 4 crucial questions first
These are the key factors to consider!
September 16, 2025 — Source

GameSir Launches Special Edition G7 Pro WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Edition Controller
GameSir, a leading innovator in gaming peripherals, today announced the official launch of its special edition GameSir G7 Pro WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Edition, an advanced multi-platform controller designed for pro-level performance across Xbox, PC, and Android devices, now with a stunning new design to complement this popular new game from 505 Games.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Source

KitGuru Games: The evolution of Borderlands
The Borderlands series pretty much invented the looter-shooter genre when the first entry in the now ubiquitous franchise launched all the way back in 2009. Two console generations and over 15 years later, Borderlands 4 is finally upon us, bringing with it more freedom, replayability -- and of course -- loot than ever before.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Lexar Armor Gold SDXC UHS-II Review: Steel Housing, Stable Throughput
The Lexar Armor Gold SDXC UHS-II is a field-ready SD card designed for creators who prioritize reliability and physical protection. Its stainless-steel shell and simplified exterior are designed to withstand constant card swaps, crowded backpacks, and rough travel. Ultimately, this card is designed to protect your footage, keep you shooting when conditions get rough, and provide a card that feels like a professional solution rather than a disposable accessory.
September 16, 2025 — Source

MindsEye Actor Says Awful Launch Left Him Wondering if He'd Ever Work in Games Again: 'Do I Have the Opposite of the Golden Touch, The S***-Brown Touch?'
"You move on."
September 16, 2025 — Source or Source

MiniTool Partition Wizard 13 arrives with smarter data recovery and a clearer high-DPI display -- download it now
MiniTool has released version 13 of its free Windows partitioning solution, Partition Wizard. The new iteration introduces updates to the data recovery tools and visual improvements for users on high-DPI displays (which is most of us these days).
September 16, 2025 — Source

Modders restore access to The Crew with both online and offline modes
Ubisoft faced a lot of backlash a couple of years ago when it made the decision to shut down The Crew and delist the game across all digital platforms. This decision ultimately kicked off the Stop Killing Games movement, which recently achieved its petition goals in the UK and Europe. Now, a group of modders have arrived to put things right by restoring access to the game for all.
September 16, 2025 — Source

New QNAP QU405, QU605 and QU805: 2025 NAS Lineup Officially Unveiled
What if your next NAS device could seamlessly blend innovative performance with user-friendly design, catering to both your personal and professional needs? Enter QNAP's latest reveal: the QU405, QU605, and QU805—a trio of NAS devices designed to redefine how home users, small-to-medium businesses (SMBs), and tech enthusiasts manage their data. With configurations ranging from 4-bay to 8-bay setups, this lineup promises a compelling mix of scalability, advanced data protection, and intuitive management tools.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Seagate Announces LaCie Rugged SSD4 External SSD
Creative work happens everywhere. It happens on-location, in transit, and often under pressure. Seagate Technology Holdings plc, today announced the LaCie Rugged SSD4, a compact external solid-state drive (SSD) built for creators working beyond the four walls of a studio.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Seagate Galaxy M 30TB Enterprise HDD with HAMR and Magic Box 3 Announced
Seagate has formally introduced the Galaxy M 30TB enterprise-class hard drive, designed for large-scale data storage and high-demand workloads. This drive builds on the Mozaic3+ platform, integrating HAMR (heat-assisted magnetic recording) and CMR (conventional magnetic recording) for greater storage density while maintaining compatibility with enterprise standards. It also features Magic Box 3 technology to enhance data handling efficiency and supports hardware encryption for secure applications.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Study shows games with short early access periods are more successful
The Early Access model has become a staple of PC gaming, but a new report from industry analyst firm NewZoo suggests there's a fine line between a successful development period and staying in the oven for too long. According to its 2025 Global Games Market Report, there is a clear "sweet spot" for how long a game should be in Early Access to maximise its 1.0 launch success.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Take 4TB of super-fast USB4 storage anywhere with LaCie Rugged SSD4 [Review]
The just-launched LaCie Rugged SSD4 from Seagate is for "creators working beyond the four walls of a studio." It's designed to stand up to punishment while offering terabytes of storage and USB4 data transfer speeds. That's fast enough for iPhone Pro users to record ProRes 4K video.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Why Gaming Will Never See Another Metal Gear Solid 1
Metal Gear Solid 1 remains one of gaming's most daring and innovative masterpieces, a kind of brilliance we rarely see today.
September 16, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Why the Mac Mini is the Ultimate NAS Killer You Didn't Know You Needed
Have you ever wondered if your storage solution could do more than just store files? Imagine a device that not only manages your backups and syncs with the cloud but also doubles as a powerful workstation, ready to handle everything from video editing to remote desktop access. Enter the Mac Mini, a compact yet mighty machine that challenges the traditional role of Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — September 5th, 2025

OneDrive gets Copilot AI features like file comparisons and summaries
Files stored on Microsoft's OneDrive cloud storage platform just got some new AI-powered goodies.
September 5, 2025 — Source

PNY MicroSD Express Card Review
A solid budget choice if you just don't trust Walmart's even-cheaper Onn microSD Express card.
September 5, 2025 — Source

TeamGroup MP44Q 2TB SSD Review: Another Budget Winner
TeamGroup's QLC answer to the market
September 5, 2025 — Source

Veeam Introduces First Fully Pre-Built, Pre-Hardened Software Appliance
Veeam Software has announced its first fully pre-built, pre-hardened software appliance: the Veeam Software Appliance, designed to deliver immediate protection capabilities without the complexity of manual setup. The new offering eliminates the overhead of OS patching and Windows licensing, while providing IT teams with a hardened, Veeam-managed Linux operating system (OS) as a secure and always up-to-date foundation.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — September 4th, 2025

Is a Recent Windows Update Responsible for SSD Failures? Microsoft Has an Answer
A rash of SSD failures have prompted some users to blame a recent Windows Update. Microsoft insist the problem is not its fault.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Seagate IronWolf Pro 30TB HDD Review: Seagate Drops the HAMR with the Biggest NAS Drive on the Market
For the true data hoarders
September 4, 2025 — Source

SilverStone Launches TS434U External 4-Bay 10Gbps SATA Hot-Swap Hard Drive Enclosure
SilverStone has launched the TS434U, a compact external hard drive enclosure designed for users who need high-capacity storage with modern connectivity. Measuring 158 mm × 173 mm × 210 mm, it holds up to four 3.5-inch HDDs or 2.5-inch SSDs using regular SATA I/II/III connections with full hot-swap functionality support. The enclosure has a USB 3.2 Gen 2 connection with a USB Type-C plug, delivering transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Synology NAS Setup Secrets Every Beginner Needs to Know in 2025
Have you ever imagined having all your files, backups, and even your home security system seamlessly managed from a single, compact device? A Synology NAS can make that a reality, but let's be honest, setting one up can feel like stepping into uncharted territory. With terms like RAID, BTRFS, and SMB flying around, it's easy to feel overwhelmed before you even unbox the hardware. But here's the good news: with the right guidance, configuring your Synology NAS doesn't have to be a daunting task. In fact, it can be an empowering experience that transforms how you manage your digital life.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Teamgroup T-Create C47 review: Mid-pack SSD but great with long writes
This PCIe 4.0 HMB SSD trailed the competition in benchmarks, but outshines many of its rivals during super-long writes.
September 4, 2025 — Source or Source

TerraMaster D1 SSD Plus 40Gbps NVMe Enclosure Review
Looking for a way to unleash the full potential of your NVMe drive outside the PC case? The TerraMaster D1 SSD Plus enclosure promises speed, portability, low temperatures and also has a sleek design. But does it deliver on all fronts, or are there hidden trade-offs?
September 4, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — September 1st, 2025

Microsoft denies recent Windows 11 update is bricking SSDs
The root cause of the reported issue is still unknown.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Portable SSDs aren't just for PC backups. Here's why everybody needs one
There are so many great uses for a portable SSD, even if you aren't a full-blown tech geek.
September 1, 2025 — Source

QNAP QNA-UC25G2SF Wins 2025 Red Dot Product Design Award
QNAP Systems, Inc. has stood out among tens of thousands of global entries to win the 2025 Red Dot Product Design Award with its QNA-UC25G2SF USB4 Type-C to 25GbE SFP28 network adapter. The QNA-UC25G2SF enables computers to enjoy ultra-fast and stable 25GbE connectivity through a USB Type-C connection—significantly boosting work efficiency.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — August 29th, 2025

Crucial X6 2TB Portable USB SSD Review
The Crucial X6 is a 2TB external SSD that is designed to be a lower-cost and compact option. This is a USB 3.2 Gen2 (10Gb/s) USB SSD. That is not considered anywhere near the fastest these days, but many systems have plenty of USB 3.2 Gen2 ports, and these drives can be produced at a lower cost, making this a very popular class of drives.
August 29, 2025 — Source< or Source

Intel, Samsung, and SK hynix hit by another abrupt US policy change — government revokes waivers for advanced chipmaking tools at companies' China-based fabs
They face a 120 day deadline
August 29, 2025 — Source

Phison Refutes Claims of SSD Failures Linked to Recent Windows 11 Updates
The company states that it conducted more than 4,500 hours of testing and ran over 2,200 test cycles on drives allegedly impacted.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Raspberry Pi 5 NAS Server: TrueNAS Affordable NAS Solution Guide 2025
What if you could transform a humble Raspberry Pi into a fully functional network-attached storage (NAS) server? It sounds ambitious, even improbable, given the Raspberry Pi's reputation as a lightweight, hobbyist-friendly device. Yet, with the release of the Raspberry Pi 5 and its improved hardware capabilities, pairing it with TrueNAS Scale, a robust, enterprise-grade storage solution, has become a tantalizing possibility.
August 29, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

SSD manufacturer 'Phison' clears its name after Windows 11 bricking panic — 4,500 hours of testing and zero drive failures
A recent Windows security update is causing issues with some SSDs, but Phison says it's not related to its controllers.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Windows 11 update blamed for SSD failures, but Phison can't reproduce issue
Company claims an online document describing controller issues is a hoax
August 29, 2025 — Source

Your SSD May Have Issues, But It's Not Caused By Microsoft's Recent Patch
Your SSD May Have Issues, But It's Not Caused By Microsoft's Recent Patch
August 29, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — August 25th, 2025

ADATA XPG MARS 980 BLADE 2TB NVMe PCIe 5.0 x4 SSD Review
MARS 980 BLADE is the gaming PCIe 5.0 Gen5 SSD for laptops, delivering up to 14,000/13,000MB/s speeds and 4TB capacity. Engineered for long-lasting, stable performance, AI workloads, PS5 expansion, and the latest Intel and AMD platforms.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Prisoner laments reliance on floppy disks for appeals documents, limiting file sizes to 1.44 MB — prisoners allowed 20 floppy disks in cell, but USB flash sticks are banned in New Jersey system
Each prisoner is allowed 20 floppy disks, but flash drives are verboten.
August 25, 2025 — Source

SK hynix Begins Mass Production of 321-Layer QLC NAND Flash
SK hynix Inc. announced today that it has completed development of its 321-layer 2Tb QLC NAND flash product and has begun mass production. This achievement marks the world's first implementation of more than 300 layers using QLC technology, setting a new benchmark in NAND density. The company plans to release the product in the first half of next year following completion of global customer validation.
August 25, 2025 — Source or Source

SK Hynix's 321-Layer QLC NAND Is Set To Supercharge SSD Storage Capacity
SK hynix says it has begun mass production of its 321-layer 2-terabit (Tb) quad-level cell (QLC) NAND flash memory, which marks the first implementation of QLC NAND to employ more than 300 layers. Notably, SK hynix demoed 321-layer 1tb triple-level cell (TLC) chips a couple of years ago. The upshot of "setting a new benchmark in NAND density" is that it paves the way for "ultra-high capacity" solid state drives (SSDs), and not just for the data center.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — August 21st, 2025

Microsoft asks customers for feedback on reported SSD failures
Microsoft is seeking further information from customers who reported failure and data corruption issues affecting their solid-state drives (SSDs) and hard disk drives (HDDs) after installing the August 2025 security update.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Microsoft confirms disappearing SSDs on Windows 11. Here's how to avoid it
The August 2025 update for Windows 11 contains a bug that can cause SSD disappearances and input/output errors.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Phison Responds to Falsified SSD Controller Issue Document Circulating Online
Earlier this week, we reported on a Windows 11 software update crashing SSDs, including those powered by Phison controllers. Certain bad actors capitalizing on these reports, are circulating false documents to spread FUD, the company said in a statement released to the press on Wednesday. Screenshots of the document are attached. The document is designed to mischaracterize and exaggerate problems, and even makes false claims about the safety of data stored on affected drives.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Samsung Adds 8 TB Option to Its 9100 PRO SSD Lineup
Samsung Electronics' 9100 PRO is the newest addition to the company's lineup of consumer SSD products. With its PCIe 5.0 interface, the 9100 PRO offers advanced performance and seamless multitasking productivity, along with broad compatibility across laptops, gaming PCs, and game consoles. Now available in up to 8 TB capacity, it delivers even greater storage and high-speed performance for today's data-intensive applications and next-gen gaming experiences.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Seagate Exos M 30TB HDD Review
Launched at the same time as the 30TB IronWolf Pro, the 30TB Exos M is designed for use in cutting-edge cloud and enterprise environments and has a feature set that reflects this type of usage. We put it through its paces to find out what it can offer at the £600 asking price.
August 21, 2025 — Source

SSD Failures Linked To Windows 11 Security Updates
The latest Windows 11 cumulative updates, KB5063878 and KB5062660, have caused reports of SSD failures, particularly when writing large amounts of data. While the problem appears to affect multiple storage devices, controller maker Phison has publicly acknowledged the issue and says it is working with partners to investigate.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — August 19th, 2025

Lexar unveils new EQ790 PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD featuring an integrated heatsink
Lexar has today announced a new variant of its EQ790 M.2 NVMe SSD, now featuring a pre-installed passive heatsink. This new model is aimed squarely at PC and PlayStation 5 gamers looking for a simple, out-of-the-box storage solution with solid performance and built-in cooling.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Other World Computing (OWC) Launches OWC Express 1M2 80G Portable SSD
Other World Computing (OWC), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower creative and business professionals to maximize performance, enhance reliability, and streamline workflows, today announced the launch of the OWC Express 1M2 80G, an evolutionary leap forward in portable SSD performance for creators in the field, mobile performance enthusiasts, and gamers.
August 19, 2025 — Source

OWC's latest portable SSD offers up to 8TB in a palm-sized design
Other World Computing has launched the OWC Express 1M2 80G, a portable SSD that brings USB4 80Gb/s performance to creators, mobile professionals, and gamers. The drive delivers real-world peak speeds of over 6000MB/s in a compact fanless design, making it one of the fastest palm-sized storage solutions available today.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Phison Acknowledges SSD Failure Reports On Windows 11 Due To KB5063878/KB5062660 Updates; Starts Investigations On Its Controllers To Resolve The Issue
Phison controller-based SSDs appear to have been affected by the latest cumulative update, and the company is working to identify the issue and resolve it.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Phison Responds to Windows 11 24H2 Update Crashing SSDs
Tuesday cycle to counter the Lumma stealer and similar malware and exploits. The cumulative package KB5063878 included in the update caused SSDs to fail, possibly corrupting data. Community testing has since identified a reproducible pattern in which certain SSDs, when running sustained sequential writes of approximately 50 GB, become inaccessible and display unreadable SMART telemetry.
August 19, 2025 — Source

RedData and Carasoft Announce Strategic Partnership with Phison
RedData, an RPI-CS, Inc. division, and Carahsoft Technology Corp., The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider, are proud to announce a strategic partnership with Phison, a leading innovator in NAND controllers and storage solutions. Through this collaboration, RedData is providing "RedData Powered by Phison" solid-state drives (SSDs), empowering partners and end users with high-performance, secure and AI-ready storage options.
August 19, 2025 — Source

SSSTC Launches World's First Industrial M.2 SSD Featuring KIOXIA's 8th generation BiCS FLASH Technology
Solid State Storage Technology Corporation (SSSTC) proudly announces the launch of the SSSTC CA8 Series, the world's first industrial M.2 SSD built with BiCS FLASH generation 8 3D flash memory technology and a PCIe Gen 5 x4 interface. Offered in the industry-standard M.2 2280 form factor, the SSSTC CA8 Series is available in 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB capacities.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — August 17th, 2025

Windows 11's Latest Security Update Is Reportedly Causing Several SSD Failures When Writing a Large Number of Files at Once
It is now reported that the latest Windows 11 update is causing SSDs to become non-functional after a large data write, and it seems to have affected several drives.
August 17, 2025 — Source or Source

Computer — Storage — August 16th, 2025

Seagate spins up a raid on a counterfeit hard drive workshop — authorities read criminals' writes while they spill the beans
Bust finds nearly 700 Seagate hard drives, along with some from Kioxia and Western Digital.
August 16, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — August 11th, 2025

Adaptec announces new RAID card that supports up to 32 NVMe PCIe 4.0 and 5.0 SSDs — offers up to 291GB/s read speeds at full capacity
That's a lot of SSDs!
August 11, 2025 — Source

Download Samsung Magician SSD Software 8.3.2
Download Samsung Magician Software - Exclusively tailored for Samsung SSD products, the Samsung Magician utility supports a wide range of series, including 470, 750, 830, 840, 850, 950, 960, and the Samsung 970/980/990, Samsung 9100 Pro & EVO. Ensure optimal performance and management of your Samsung SSD.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Minisforum Launches the N5 Pro AI NAS Barebone Powered by Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
Minisforum today released the N5 Pro AI NAS barebone. The unit comes with five 3.5-inch caddies with SATA 6 Gbps backplanes, and provision for three M.2-2280 NVMe SSDs. The NAS also comes with a PCI-Express 4.0 x16 slot (electrical x8), so you can install a graphics card, a DPU, or an enterprise-grade NIC. In terms of its own network connectivity, the N5 Pro AI offers a 10 GbE interface, and a secondary 5 GbE interface.
August 11, 2025 — Source

NAS versus Cloud Storage: Which Is The Cheaper Option In The Long Run?
If you're paying subscription fees for cloud storage, you might be wondering if Network Attached Storage (NAS) is cheaper in the long run. The answer is that yes, it is. But that only tells you part of the story. To work out the best option for you, you need to know how long the 'long run' is. Mostly, this depends on how much data you need to store. To help you visualize the storage amounts we're going to be referring to in this article, one terabyte (TB) can hold around 250 HD movies. Of course, your own storage requirements might include photos, music libraries, documents, videos, or something else entirely.
August 11, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — August 8th, 2025

ADATA SC740 2TB USB 3.2 Gen2 Portable SSD Review
The SC740 supports USB 3.2 Gen2 with read/write speeds up to 1,050/1,000MB/s. It has a built-in USB-C transfer cable and conforms to the 1.22-meter MIL-STD drop and shock resistance standard. The SC740 can be conveniently stowed or carried and is compatible with Android, Mac OS, Windows, and other operating systems and platforms. It also supports the latest iPhone 16 series for transferring files, recording in the Apple ProRes video format, and efficiently sharing files across devices.
August 8, 2025 — Source

M.2 SSD cooler displays your SSD's performance and vitals in real time on built-in display — Thermalright HR-10 2280 Pro Digital features an ARGB display for colorful readouts
Spice up your boring SSD with a cool M.2 cooler.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Microchip Adaptec SmartRAID 4300 A New Era of NVMe RAID Controller Without Drive Connectivity
This week at FMS 2025, we saw the Microchip Adaptec SmartRAID 4300. This is a new generation of NVMe RAID controller that is different. Unlike Microchip/ Adaptec's previous generation RAID controllers, there is no drive connectivity on the device itself.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Silicon Motion sets the stage for PCIe 6.0 SSDs with Neptune controller
Sequential read speeds exceeding 25 GB/s
August 8, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Computer — Storage — August 4th, 2025

addlink Launches Turbo Play Express MicroSD Express Card
addlink Technology Co., Ltd., a pioneer in high-performance storage solutions, proudly announces the launch of the Turbo Play Express microSD Express Card. Specifically engineered for the new Nintendo Switch 2 and powered by cutting-edge SD 7.1 and PCIe Gen 3 NVMe technologies, Turbo Play Express redefines what's possible for handheld gaming, promising speed, capacity, and total compatibility for gamers everywhere.
August 4, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — August 3rd, 2025

How I got another 15GB of Gmail storage at no cost (and without losing old files)
Back up all your Google messages and media for free - no matter your account type - with this quick, hassle-free method.
August 3, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — August 1st, 2025

HDD versus SSD versus NVMe: Types of Hard Drives and When to Use Them
If you've recently looked into buying a new computer, building your own rig, or upgrading your current drive, you've seen the terms HDD, SSD, and NVMe. The acronyms are different, but they all serve the same essential purpose: storing your data. However, their speed, cost, and best-use scenarios are dramatically different.
August 1, 2025 — Source

MBR or GUID? How Should You Partition Your Drive?
Two primary partitioning schemes that can be used on a hard drive: MBR (Master Boot Record) and GPT (GUID Partition Table). So, which one should you use?
August 1, 2025 — Source

New UGREEN Snapshots Feature Released: Never Lose a File Again
Have you ever accidentally deleted an important file, only to realize moments later that it's gone for good? Or perhaps you've been struck by a ransomware attack, watching helplessly as your data becomes encrypted and inaccessible. These scenarios are every user's nightmare, but UGREEN has just introduced a innovative solution: snapshots. This long-awaited feature is more than just a technical upgrade—it's a lifeline for anyone serious about protecting their data.
August 1, 2025 — Source

The world's first bleeding-edge PCIe 6.0 SSD is here (but not for you)
Micron's first PCIe 6.0 SSD doubles the read speeds of today's super-fast PCIe 5.0 SSDs.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Western Digital WD Blue SN5100 M.2 NVMe SSD Pictured
Western Digital is ready with the WD Blue SN5100, the successor to the WD Blue SN5000 that the company launched in June 2024. While the SN5000 offered sequential speeds of up to 5.5 GB/s reads and up to 5 GB/s writes for the top 4 TB model; the SN5100 steps up performance, offering up to 6.6 GB/s of sequential reads for even the entry level 500 GB model. For context, the SN5000 only offers up to 5 GB/s sequential reads and up to 4 GB/s sequential writes for its 500 GB model. The drive features an M.2 NVMe Gen 4 x4 interface.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 29th, 2025

Aomei Backupper Professional review: All-in-one backup, now with online storage
Now with cloud storage, Backupper Professional is swinging with the backup big boys in terms of features.
July 29, 2025 — Source

You can now 3D print your own NAS bay — the N5 Mini supports five drives and even has customizable faceplates
Need an NAS solution? 3D print your own!
July 29, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 27th, 2025

Kioxia and SanDisk start shipping BiCS9 3D NAND samples — hybrid design combining 112-layer BiCS5 with modern CBA and Toggle 6.0 interface for higher performance and cost efficiency
A transitional step for manufacturing and performance tuning ahead of BiCS10's more complex, high-density architecture.
July 27, 2025 — Source

Review: LincPlus enters the traditional NAS space with the 6-bay LincStation S1
I have reviewed a couple of NAS units for LincPlus, the LincStation N1 and N2, which can only take SSDs (2.5-inch and NVMe. Now LincPlus is back with a more traditional 6-bay NAS that takes four HDDs and two NVMe.
July 27, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 26th, 2025

How Is A SSD Different From A HDD? Here's What You Need To Know
When it comes to storing data on your PC, you essentially have two options: a traditional Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or a Solid State Drive (SSD). Both store your operating system, apps, games, and files, but the technology behind them is completely different, and choosing one over the other can have a big impact on your computer's performance, reliability, and even lifespan.
July 26, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 25th, 2025

Kioxia Begins Sample Shipments of 9th Gen BiCS FLASH 512 Gb TLC
Kioxia's ninth-generation BiCS FLASH 512 Gb TLC devices, leveraging a 120-layer 3D NAND structure and CMOS-bonded array integration, are now in the sample shipment phase. These modules target applications that require moderate storage capacities with balanced performance and power consumption. Initial samples will undergo evaluation for deployment in enterprise-level SSDs, particularly in GPU-focused AI systems where efficient data throughput is critical. Under its dual-axis development plan, Kioxia differentiates between cost-optimized ninth-generation products—achieving gains via CBA technology—and the tenth-generation roadmap, which will expand memory layer counts to meet higher-capacity and high-throughput demands.
July 25, 2025 — Source

QNAP Officially Launches Dual-NAS High Availability Solution for Continuous Business Operations
QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking, and storage solutions innovator, today officially released its High Availability (HA) solution, empowering businesses to maintain uninterrupted access to mission-critical data and services through reliable dual-NAS failover architecture. Building on successful beta testing and positive market reception, the finalized HA solution offers enterprise-level uptime with cost-effective deployment for organizations of all sizes.
July 25, 2025 — Source

The NAS a Must Have for Video Editors: Say Goodbye to Storage Chaos
Have you ever found yourself juggling multiple hard drives, searching for the latest version of a project file, or waiting endlessly for large video files to transfer between team members? For video editors, these headaches are all too familiar. But what if there was a way to centralize your entire workflow, allowing seamless collaboration and faster access to your files? Enter Network Attached Storage (NAS)—a innovative solution that's reshaping how video editors manage their projects.
July 25, 2025 — Source

UnifyDrive UT2 review: Fantastically versatile portable NAS for field use
If there's such a thing as a travel NAS, the UnifyDrive UT2 is it. Battery or USB powered, with up to 16TB of storage, it still fits easily in a jacket pocket.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 22nd, 2025

Kioxia LC9 Is The World's First 245TB SSD For Insatiable AI Storage Demands
Kioxia is not messing around with its latest ultra high-capacity solid state drive (SSD) offerings for the enterprise. To wit, the company announced it is expanding its LC9 series with what it rightfully claims is the industry's first 245.76TB NVMe SSD in both 2.5-inch and Enterprise and Datacenter Standard Form Factor (EDSFF) E3.L designs.
July 22, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

QNAP Unveils the New QAI-M100 and QAI-U100 Edge AI Accelerators
QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking, and storage solutions innovator, has released the new edge AI accelerators QAI-M100 and QAI-U100 for QNAP NAS. With plug-and-play installation and flexible configuration, these accelerators provide small-and-medium-sized businesses and individual users with an affordable solution to enhance AI applications such as facial recognition and object recognition on NAS.
July 22, 2025 — Source

TerraMaster D1 SSD Plus USB4 NVMe Enclosure - High-Speed 40 Gbps USB4 Storage
The TerraMaster D1 SSD Plus is an external enclosure designed for M.2 NVMe SSDs, combining a sleek aluminum shell with USB4 connectivity. If you've ever wished for a portable drive that offers speeds rivaling internal SSD slots, this device is worth a look. It works out of the box with M.2 2280 drives up to 8 TB, so whether you're a content creator shuffling around multi-gigabyte video files or an IT professional carrying large data sets, it can handle the load.
July 22, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 20th, 2025

Ever Noticed The Little Switch On An SD Card? Here's What It's For
If you own any portable device manufactured in the last two decades, chances are you have had to buy a fair share of the removable flash memory cards. That's the tiny bits of plastic and silicon holding all your media on your smartphone, digital camera, or handheld gaming console. The prevalent standard for portable flash storage, the SD card, was developed by the SD Association and is available in the standard, mini, and micro form factors, with storage capacities ranging from a modest 2GB to a theoretical 128TB.
July 20, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 19th, 2025

MAIYUNDA Y104A is a NAS that supports up to 4 HDDs and 4 SSDs
The MAIYUNDA Y104A is a network-attached-storage (NAS) system with an aluminum body, a robust set of ports including dual 2.5 GbE LAN ports and DisplayPort and HDMI ports for connecting up to two displays. And on the inside there's a single SODIMM slot for DDR5-4800 memory, four bays for 3.5 inch hard drives, and four M. 2280 slots for NVMe SSDs.
July 19, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 17th, 2025

Asustor Adds Support for Seagate's 30 TB Ironwolf Pro Hard Drives
ASUSTOR Inc. today announced support for Seagate's newly launched IronWolf Pro 30 TB high-capacity enterprise hard drive, also known as the ST30000NT011. These drives adopt the Mozaic 3+ technology, significantly increasing storage density on a single drive. It offers businesses a space-saving, high-performance, and highly durable solution for data-intensive storage environments. ASUSTOR's Ryzen-based Lockerstor Gen3 series combines full support for high-capacity drives with high-speed connectivity to meet and/or exceed the needs of stability, compatibility, and performance.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Best SSDs: From SATA to PCIe 5.0, from budget to premium
The best solid-state drives can supercharge your PC.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Forget self-destructing SSDs. I want one that backs up and resets itself
I don't need to obliterate all my data. I just want a painfree way to turn my drive into a clean slate without losing anything important.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Hard Drive Running Slow? This May Be Why (And What To Do About It)
A slow hard drive can make routine tasks, such as storing and transferring files, unbearably frustrating. Running Windows or any other operating system from a slow hard drive can make matters even worse, as the overall experience can seem sluggish. Your computer might take a hot minute before opening apps or might crash frequently, all because of a slow drive.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Lexar unveils new flagship NM990 PCIe 5.0 SSD
Lexar is seeking a share of the high-end consumer storage market with the announcement of its new flagship SSD, the NM990. Aimed at hardcore gamers, content creators, and AI developers, the new drive promises to deliver blistering speeds that leverage the full potential of the PCIe 5.0 interface.
July 17, 2025 — Source

New adapters offer substantial industrial PCIe expansion — HighPoint's Rocket 1628A and 1528D support deploying up to 32 NVMe drives and 8 PCIe devices in a single slot
HighPoint Technologies, which specializes in storage solutions, just introduced two adapters that massively expand your system's storage capacity through a single PCIe slot. According to the company's press release, the Rocket 1628A and 1528D NVMe Switch Adapters let you directly plug up to eight PCIe devices into one PCIe 5.0 x16 or PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, or up to 32 NVMe drives via a UBM-compliant backplane.
July 17, 2025 — Source or Source

Phison Pascari X200P 7.68TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD Review
The Pascari X200P line is a balanced performance PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD from Phison. As Phison moves from providing controllers and SSDs for other manufacturers to sell and to branding its own drives with Pascari, it is also looking at competing in a number of segments. The second enterprise SSD we are going to look at from them is the Phison Pascari X200P 7.68TB drive.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Runcore Launches SSD With Physical Data Destruction
For people worried about their personal information (or spies) RunCore has developed a new SSD that will make sure no one can steal your data. The InVincible SATA II solid state drive comes with two brightly colored buttons for different levels of data destruction. Pressing the green button will initiate the "intelligent destruction" mode wherein the drive will be wiped out and the data overwritten with zeros.
July 17, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Seagate debuts new 30TB Exos M and IronWolf Pro drives
Seagate is bringing two more mass-capacity drives to the market. This week, the company announced the global availability of its new 30TB and 28TB Exos M drives, as well as new 30TB and 28TB IronWolf Pro HDDs, built with Seagate's new Mozail 3+ platform.
July 17, 2025 — Source

TeamGroup Resurrects The Self Destructing SSD
It was back in 2012 when the SATA RunCore SSD amused us and viewers of the PCPer Podcast with their self destructing drive.
July 17, 2025 — Source

UGREEN versus Synology: Which NAS System is Right for You?
Imagine investing in a storage solution only to realize it doesn't quite meet your needs—whether it's too rigid for your creative projects or too complex for your small business. Choosing the right Network Attached Storage (NAS) system can feel like navigating a maze of technical jargon and competing priorities. Enter UGREEN and Synology, two distinct players in the NAS market.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 14th, 2025

Hardware-Encrypted USB Drive with IP67 Rating: Kingston IronKey D500S Details
If you're looking for a flash drive that combines strong encryption with rugged durability, the Kingston IronKey D500S should be on your radar. This drive is designed around a hardware-based security engine that's been certified to NIST FIPS 140-3 Level 3, which means the encryption happens on the device itself rather than relying on your computer's software.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Holographic ribbon set to challenge magnetic tape with 50-year longevity and 200TB cartridges
British startup unveils holographic tape that promises 50-year data lifespan
July 14, 2025 — Source

In five seconds, this SSD will self-destruct: 5... 4... 3... 2...
When we think about storage, the primary concern is usually reliability -- you need to know that the data you save remain safe and accessible. But there are plenty of other things to consider, and new offerings from TEAMGROUP takes a unique approach to security.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Source

Kingston Unveils IronKey D500S Flash Drive with NIST FIPS 140-3 Level 3 Validation
Kingston today unveiled the IronKey D500S hardware-encrypted USB flash drive, which meets FIPS 140-3 Level 3 security validation. The drive offers on-device hardware encryption meeting XTS-AES 256-bit. The drive also offers an industry-first dual hidden partition option; and a crypto-erase password option (a decryption password that causes the drive to destroy its data). The drive comes in various capacities, ranging from 16 GB to 512 GB.
July 14, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Transcend Intros the ESD420 Magnetic Portable SSD Series
Transcend Information, Inc. (Transcend), a global leader in embedded and consumer storage solutions, proudly announces the launch of its new magnetic portable SSD—the ESD420. Designed with user convenience in mind, the ESD420 features a MagSafe-compatible magnetic design that allows it to securely attach to iPhones or any magnetic accessories and devices. Weighing only 48 grams, it offers blazing-fast 20 Gbps transfer speeds and supports 4K ProRes video recording directly from iPhones.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Ugreen Sneaks Out the DH4300 Plus Arm Based NAS
Although we did notice a picture of the new model as part of an ad on Ugreen's website last week, there was no product page then, but it was added at some point towards the end of last week. The new model is known as the NASync DH4300 Plus and it's based around a Rockchip RK3588C SoC. The RK3588C sports four Arm Cortex-A76 cores that clock up to 2.4 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores, which is far from cutting edge today, but should hopefully be powerful enough for a consumer NAS.
July 14, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 13th, 2025

Holographic ribbon aims to oust magnetic tape with 50-year life span and 200TB capacity per cartridge — HoloMem says optical ribbon-based carts work with some components of existing systems, reducing fricition
Startup also asserts the HoloMem system is a low-cost, lower energy choice.
July 13, 2025 — Source

Self-destructing SSD brings espionage-level security to data protection
Select either a software wipe that preserves the drive or hardware-level destruction that renders it unusable
July 13, 2025 — Source

This Gen4 NVMe SSD has a self-destruct button to bomb all user data but it's for the good
This week, Team Group has introduced the INDUSTRIAL P250Q Self-Destruct SSD, a new storage drive that combines hardware and software-based data-erasure mechanism with an independent destruction circuit. As such, the drive recently won the 2025 COMPUTEX Best Choice Award in the Cyber Security Category due to this dual-mode destruction approach.
July 13, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 12th, 2025

Colorful puts two M.2 SSD slots inside upcoming GeForce RTX 50-series GPU — Blackwell GPU repurposes unused PCIe lanes for fast storage
Upcoming iGame Ultra GPU adds two NVMe drives using PCIe bifurcation.
July 12, 2025 — Source

Team Group launches P250Q self-destruct SSD with a big red button for instant data erase
Team Group has unveiled something straight out of a spy movie: the P250Q NVMe SSD with a built-in self-destruct feature. No, it won't explode, but it can wipe all your data with a single press of a big red button. There's even a video showing it in action.
July 12, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 11th, 2025

Industrial-Grade Self-Destruct SSD: Team Group Releases P250Q NVME SSD
If you need a secure NVMe SSD that can physically obliterate your data on demand, the Team Group P250Q might catch your eye. Under the hood, this drive combines a hardware-led destruction circuit with a smart software erasure routine. Press the dedicated button, and the circuit zaps the flash chips directly—no software calls needed. Alongside that, a set of LEDs shows you exactly where you are in the process. And just to make sure nothing goes wrong if the power cuts out mid-erase, the SSD's firmware picks up where it left off once juice is back.
July 11, 2025 — Source

New PCIe 6 SSD Controller Enables 28GB/s Sustained Read and 7,000K IOPS
It probably won't make your games load faster, but for enterprise scenarios where fast-moving files are the norm, it could be a game-changer.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Silicon Motion introduces PCIe Gen6 SSD controller: promising up to 28 GB/s speeds
Silicon Motion has officially introduced its first PCIe 6.0 enterprise SSD controller, the SM8466, at the 2025 FMW Global Flash Memory Summit. This next-generation controller targets datacenter and enterprise storage systems, promising sequential read speeds of up to 28 GB/s and random performance reaching 7000K IOPS.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Silicon Motion reportedly prepping SM8466 SSD controller with a PCIe 6.0 x4 — leak claims it will be unveiled at FMS 2025, sporting speeds of up to 28GB/s
But we already know general specs, do we?
July 11, 2025 — Source

Team Group Unveils P250Q Self-Destruct Internal NVMe SSD
Global memory leader Team Group Inc. today officially unveiled its latest breakthrough in industrial storage: the Team Group Industrial P250Q Self-Destruct SSD. This innovative solution integrates both software and hardware-based data erasure mechanisms, paired with an independent destruction circuit. Engineered to meet the stringent security and stability requirements of military, industrial automation, and AI applications, the P250Q sets a new benchmark for data protection and was recently honored with the 2025 COMPUTEX Best Choice Award for Cybersecurity Category.
July 11, 2025 — Source or Source

TerraMaster F4 SSD: Silent and Solid State Performance
The TerraMaster F4 SSD is a compact, M.2 NVMe-exclusive NAS designed to deliver high-speed, low-latency performance in a small form factor. Supporting up to four NVMe SSDs, the F4 SSD eliminates the bottlenecks associated with traditional SATA-based storage and is engineered for silent operation.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 10th, 2025

How Important Is Having DRAM In An SSD?
You might have seen the words "DRAM" and "DRAM-less" tossed around when you're out shopping for a new SSD and scratched your head. It's almost confusing; doesn't your PC already have RAM? Yes, but your storage drive can have its own dedicated memory chip. It's a seemingly small detail, but it does have some effect on your PC's performance and the drive's lifespan.
July 10, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 7th, 2025

3 Mini NAS Systems Compared: Speed, Storage and Efficiency for Mini Homelabs
What if your home lab could pack the power of a full-scale server into a device no bigger than a book? With the rise of mini NAS (Network Attached Storage) systems, this vision is now a reality. These compact devices promise to transform how we manage data at home, offering a blend of high-speed network performance, customizable storage, and sleek design. But not all mini NAS devices are created equal. Some excel in cooling efficiency, while others stumble under heavy workloads.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Kingston Adds New Form Factor to NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
Kingston Digital, Inc., the flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced it has added a new form factor, to join the previous 2280 model, NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2230 SSD for users looking for a high-speed, low power NVMe storage upgrade for compatible laptops and handheld gaming consoles.
July 7, 2025 — Source

QNAP Launches myQNAPcloud One Beta: Shared Cloud Storage for NAS Backup
QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking, and storage solution innovator, today announced the launch of myQNAPcloud One Beta, a subscription-based unified cloud storage solution. This service combines advanced version myQNAPcloud Storage, tailored for NAS backups, with myQNAPcloud Object, a newly introduced object storage service. Users can flexibly utilize their subscribed storage capacity across both services, based on actual usage needs—eliminating the need for separate subscriptions.
July 7, 2025 — Source

The Synology-Branded SSDs Required for Latest NAS Systems Are Unsurprisingly Expensive
In a development that should come as no surprise, Synology's self-branded SSDs for its newest NAS systems have arrived, and they are expensive.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — July 5th, 2025

Kingston DC3000ME Review: Built for System Integrators and Mainstream Enterprise
Kingston's new DC3000ME is the company's latest enterprise-grade NVMe SSD in a U.2 2.5″ form factor, engineered for data center and server-class workloads. Built on the PCIe 5.0 x4 interface, it pairs high-bandwidth throughput with 3D eTLC NAND for robust reliability and capacity scaling. Available in 3.84TB, 7.68TB, and 15.36TB configurations, the drive is designed for high-demand environments, such as hyperscale infrastructure, AI and HPC clusters, cloud services, and transactional systems.
July 5, 2025 — Source

KIOXIA Updates AiSAQ Software, Enhancing SSD-Based Vector Search for RAG and AI Workloads
KIOXIA has announced a significant update to its AiSAQ (All-in-Storage ANNS with Product Quantization) software, further advancing the usability and flexibility of AI vector database searches within Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems. This latest open-source release introduces new configuration options that enable system architects to tune the balance between search performance and vector capacity precisely.
July 5, 2025 — Source

Laser-engraved ceramic storage device that stores data for 5,000 years targets astounding 100 petabytes per rack by 2030 — 10X performance boost and 100,000 petabytes per rack also on Cerbayte's roadmap
Startup aiming to deliver 100x capacity and 20x speed compared to its pilot system over the next five years.
July 5, 2025 — Source

Phison Pascari X200P SSD Review: Balanced Gen5 Performance for the Data Center
Phison's Pascari X-Series lineup is developed to meet various enterprise storage requirements, offering customized solutions for read- and write-intensive workloads. The X200P is the high-capacity model, supporting up to 30.72TB with one DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day). It uses Gen5 PCIe, TLC NAND, and is available in U.3, U.2, and E3.S form factors. The X200P is designed for a wide range of use cases, including large-scale content delivery, AI inference, and cold data archiving.
July 5, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 30th, 2025

Can't access your NAS drives in Windows 11? Here's what to do
After updating to Windows 11 Pro 24H2, access to NAS drives on the local network may stop working and show an error message instead.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Other World Computing Launches OWC Guardian USB-C Hardware-Encrypted Portable SSD
Other World Computing (OWC), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower creative and business professionals to maximize performance, enhance reliability, and streamline workflows, today announced the launch of the OWC Guardian, a powerful new portable SSD designed for anyone who needs to easily safeguard sensitive data on the go without sacrificing speed or simplicity.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Seagate Ultra Compact SSD 2TB Review - A Pocket's Best Friend
With up to 2TB of fast USB storage taking up little more than the space of a ChapStick tube in your pocket, Seagate's Ultra Compact SSD is indeed amazing.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 28th, 2025

Micron 2600 SSD Touts Adaptive Write Tech For Big Speed Gains On Budget Storage
Micron's newly announced 2600 series of NVMe SSDs is a set of PCIe Gen4 drives the company says delivers TLC-like performance while retaining the cost efficiency of QLC NAND. The key to that claim? A new in-house caching approach dubbed Adaptive Write Technology (AWT), which Micron says significantly boosts write speeds—up to 63% faster sequential writes and 49% faster random writes—compared to competing value-tier QLC and TLC SSDs.
June 28, 2025 — Source

This thumb-sized accessory gave my old PC an instant speed boost (and double the storage)
The PNY M.2 storage drive gave my device a much-needed performance bump - all for less than $200.
June 28, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 25th, 2025

Chemists create molecular magnet that could boost data storage by 100 times
Scientists have designed a molecule that can remember magnetic information at the highest temperature ever recorded for this kind of material.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Crucial X10 review: A killer portable SSD that's tiny, fast, and weatherproof
We love this tiny, weatherproofed drive's overall performance and that it can fit 8TB of storage in such a small form-factor.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 Could Obliterate Both Single-Core & Multi-Core Benchmarks As Tipster Claims That First Chipset Samples' Performance Cores Were Tested At 5.00+ GHz
Qualcomm will officially unveil the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 on September 23, so there will be various tweaks applied to the chipset before it is ready to power a truckload of flagship smartphones. Since we still have a few months before the official unveiling, a tipster claims that the silicon's samples are being tested at 5.00GHz and above, suggesting that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 could attain new single-core and multi-core records.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Why I no longer recommend pre-built SSDs for Windows PCs - buy this instead
Why stick with a prebuilt external SSD when building your own with an enclosure and M.2 drive gives you more control, flexibility, and potential savings?
June 25, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 23rd, 2025

Lexar NQ780 review: An affordable SSD with a kick
A very good host memory buffer PCIe 4.0 performer, the NQ780 also features that fastest native-writing QLC NAND we've yet seen.
June 23, 2025 — Source

OneDrive user locked out of "30 years worth of photos and work" without any support — calls Microsoft a "Kafkaesque black hole"
The user's 18 compliance forms have been met with complete radio silence from Microsoft.
June 23, 2025 — Source

What Is Data Storage?
This guide provides an overview of data storage, its benefits, the different types, and the top products.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 22nd, 2025

I tried using the world's thinnest SSD enclosure and it exceeded my expectations
Sharge came up with a sleek and stylish way to have up to 4TB of storage when you're on the move.
June 22, 2025 — Source

User says access to '30 years of photos and work' in OneDrive denied by Microsoft, can't get a response after filing form 18 times — 'Microsoft suspended my account without warning, reason, or any legitimate recourse'
Complains that Redmond only responds with boilerplate emails.
June 22, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 20th, 2025

I tried using the world's thinnest SSD enclosure and it exceeded my expectations
Sharge came up with a sleek and stylish way to have up to 4TB of storage when you're on the move.
June 20, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 18th, 2025

Pure Storage Launches Enterprise Data Cloud to Bridge Data Silos
Pure Storage has announced a significant evolution in its approach to data management with the introduction of the Enterprise Data Cloud (EDC). This architectural shift aims to provide organizations with a simpler, more agile, and unified way to manage data across on-premises, public cloud, and hybrid environments. Simultaneously, Pure is expanding its next-generation storage products, FlashArray and FlashBlade
June 18, 2025 — Source

The best SSDs in 2025
From SATA to NVME drives, these are our top SSD picks for every budget and use case.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 16th, 2025

Internxt Drive review: Fantastically affordable storage, sync, and backup
This online storage and backup service is easy, covers all the bases, and, quite frankly, the current lifetime plans are a steal.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Phison E28 Preview: Here's The Future Of Low Power Speedy Gen 5 SSDs
The Phison E28 PCIe Gen 5 SSD controller is the follow-up to the company's popular and speedy E26, which will power the next wave of enthusiast-class, high-performance, more efficient solid state drives.
June 16, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 13th, 2025

Best SSDs: From SATA to PCIe 5.0, from budget to premium
The best solid-state drives can supercharge your PC.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Crucial X10 Portable SSD (4TB) review: 20 Gbps, up to 8TB
Do you want 1, 2, 4, 6, or 8TB?
June 13, 2025 — Source

Do You Still Have To 'Safely' Remove Flash/USB Drives In 2025?
A USB flash drive is a reliable way to transfer files between PCs, back up important data, or even test out different operating systems. While most USB flash drives can last over a decade, their lifespan largely depends on how you use them. One common tip for keeping your data safe is to always eject the drive before unplugging it. This prepares the drive for removal by making sure all data is written properly and no file operations are in progress.
June 13, 2025 — Source

HDD versus SSD: Key Differences and Which One is Right for You
Imagine this: you're working on an important project, and your computer suddenly slows to a crawl. Files take forever to open, applications lag, and frustration mounts. The culprit? Your storage drive. Whether you realize it or not, the type of hard drive in your device plays a critical role in its overall performance. From the lightning-fast responsiveness of Solid State Drives (SSDs) to the high-capacity affordability of Hard Disk Drives (HDDs), these storage solutions are the unsung heroes—or villains—of modern technology.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Lexar NM990 Series M.2 SSD with 14,000 MB/s PCIe 5.0 Speeds
Lexar introduced the NM990 series of NVMe M.2 SSDs, designed to support PCIe 5.0 x4 connections. The series comes in the standard M.2 2280 size and includes three capacity options: 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB. These SSDs are built for users who need fast, reliable storage for demanding tasks such as content creation, gaming, and professional applications. The NM990 drives use an 8-channel NAND controller that delivers strong sequential read speeds, peaking at 14,000 MB/s.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Orico IG740-Pro SSD review: An okay performer with cool extras.
Though not a standout performer, the Orico IG740-Pro is fast enough, decently affordable, and ships with some nice-to-have extras
June 13, 2025 — Source

PNY's New Duo Link V3 USB Drive Hits A Blistering 1GB/s For Fast Portable Storage
PNY is expanding its portable storage lineup with its new Duo Link V3, a blazing-fast flash drive that you can plug into both USB Type-A and USB Type-C ports. All you have to do is swivel the connector port to select whichever USB connector type you need, making this a versatile portable storage solution. It's also incredibly fast, depending on where you're plugging it into.
June 13, 2025 — Source

The trendline doesn't look good for hard disk drives
Sales of HDDs to non-hyperscale outfits increasingly rare, say analysts
June 13, 2025 — Source

The USB Flash Drive Designed To Self Destruct
Flash drives are some of the handiest little devices one can buy. Sometimes, moving files requires an intermediary, and this is where USB drives shine. They come in different storage sizes, with different capabilities, and, as it turns out, flash drives can be used for far more than just moving files around. Regardless of their specifics, generally, it's desired that these mobile storage options are sturdy, dependable, and capable of holding onto all kinds of data for future use.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 9th, 2025

I finally replaced my PC hard drive with an SSD and you should, too
There's almost no good reason to prioritize HDDs over SSDs in 2025.
June 9, 2025 — Source

Seagate still HAMRing away at the 100 TB disk drive decades later
The journey to mass production has been extraordinarily difficult -- will it be worth it?
June 9, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — June 6th, 2025

OWC Launches 4 TB Capacity of Its Aura Pro X2 SSD
Other World Computing (OWC), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower creative and business professionals to maximize performance, enhance reliability, and streamline workflows, today announced the general availability (GA) release of a new 4 TB version of its OWC Aura Pro X2 SSD. The expanded storage option ensures Mac users enjoy speeds up to 5.5x faster and up to 32x more storage capacity, making it easier to tackle larger files, projects, and applications.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Synology Introduces the DiskStation DS425+
Synology today announced the launch of the DS425+, a compact 4-bay storage solution. "The DS425+ offers remarkable performance and capability for its size," said Michael Wang, Product Manager at Synology. "They are an ideal choice for users with specific storage needs who still want the benefits of centralized storage."
June 6, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — May 30th, 2025

Petabyte-Class E2 SSDs Poised to Disrupt Warm Data Storage
Once reserved primarily for archival use, large-scale data lakes are now asked to support increasingly active workloads. New AI applications, analytics pipelines, and emerging digital services are driving up the "temperature" of previously considered cold data. The result is a growing middle ground, where data is accessed too frequently for HDDs to handle efficiently, but not hot enough to warrant the cost of performance SSDs. E2 is a new flash form factor to address this emerging "warm" storage tier.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Wireless: One Fan, Two Designs
LIAN LI Industrial Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of chassis and PC accessories, expands the UNI FAN series with the new UNI FAN SL-INFINITY Wireless. Designed for ultimate customization, the new fans feature three independently controlled lighting zones and two sides of unique styles, thanks to different dual-layered infinity mirror designs on each side.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — May 28th, 2025

Finally, I found a palm-sized SSD that's water-resistant, great for traveling
Crucial's X10 portable SSD is available in multiple storage sizes and has an IP65 durability rating, making it well-equipped to weather the elements.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Is Microsoft OneDrive A Good Alternative To Google Drive?
The benefits of using cloud storage over local storage are significant. For starters, you can get to your files from just about anywhere. And as long as you've set up account recovery, there's little chance of losing them. But which cloud service should you use? While there are plenty of reliable options out there, Microsoft OneDrive and Google Drive are two of the most popular. That's mostly because of their reliability and wide range of features.
May 28, 2025 — Source

Sandisk WD Black SN8100 2TB SSD Review: The fastest overall consumer SSD ever made
An incredible, if late, top-tier SSD from Sandisk
May 28, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — May 27th, 2025

Seagate BarraCuda 20TB 7200 CMR hard disk is cheapest, great for backup and more
Paying $230 for a 20 TB HDD means that you will be paying ~$11.5 per TB which makes it a very enticing deal. Even though this is a BarraCuda-branded model, which is typically associated with entry-level models, this 20 TB SKU is based on CMR or Conventional Magnetic Recording technology. That means the disk can be used for some good amount of robust heavy duty usage too unlike SMR or Shingled Magnetic Recording variants.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — May 23rd, 2025

Biwin unveils record-breaking PCIe 5.0 SSD in 1TB/2TB/4TB options
The brand-new Black Opal X570 Pro SSD promises to deliver record-breaking data transfer speeds up to 14,500 MB/s.
May 23, 2025 — Source

HAMR Heats Up: Seagate Targets 100TB with Mozaic Platform
At its 2025 Investor and Analyst Event, Seagate reinforced its commitment to Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) technology as the foundation for the next era of high-capacity storage. Once a long-promised innovation, HAMR is Seagate's centerpiece, delivering a roadmap that pushes beyond current density limits with the Mozaic platform.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Kioxia Showcases a Prototype Gen 5 SSD with Over 14GB/s and More at Computex 2025
Kioxia at the 2025 Computex showcased its next-generation Exceria PRO G2 M.2 NVMe SSD for PC enthusiasts. The drive is under development, and leverages PCI-Express Gen 5. What's most interesting is the first-party claim that the drive offers sequential speeds of over 14 GB/s, which would make this contemporary against high-end Gen 5 SSDs in the market, but with the brand trust and market reach of Kioxia.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Optical SSDs Enable Storage At Extreme Distance
Now even your SSD or RAM can use a riser cable.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Patriot Memory Shows New Viper SSDs, Including PV593 and DRAM-less PV563
In addition to the new high-end DDR5 memory kits, like the Viper Xtreme 5 CKD or the Xtreme 5 - 40th Anniversary Limited Edition, Patriot Memory also showcased a couple of new SSDs at the Computex 2025 show in Taipei, including the new Viper Gaming PV593, PV563 DRAM-less PCIe Gen 5 SSD, and the future PV573.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Phison Showcases its first PCI Express Gen 6 SSD Hardware
Phison at the 2025 Computex showcased its next-generation PHY controller designed for PCI-Express Gen 6, the next interconnect standard, that enables 64 Gbps per-lane per-direction bandwidth. The prototype PHY test chip by Phison is labeled PT1601, and was installed on a PCIe Gen 6 test bed, and is the first step in designing next-generation signal integrity products used in SSDs, motherboards, server backplanes, and specialized cabling for automotive and data centers.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Phison Trashes Silicon Motion Claims on Gen5 SSD Power Consumption, 15 GB/s Read Speeds, E31T DRAM-Less Controller For Next-Gen Handhelds & Laptops
Phison has put out new benchmarks for its E28 Gen5 SSD controller, offering much lower power than Silicon Motion, while also unveiling E31T drives and some superb demos.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Silicon Motion Showcases a Fast DRAMless SSD Controller and More at Computex 2025
Silicon Motion at the 2025 Computex showed off its latest SSD and flash storage controller products. The star-attraction is the company's new SM2504XT, a DRAMless client NVMe SSD controller. The chip is built on the TSMC 6 nm process, with a power draw of just 2.4 W when active, and 1 mW when idling. The controller features 4 flash channels with 16 control elements, each with up to 3600 MT/s transfer speeds. It supports 3D TLC and 3D QLC NAND flash types from popular vendors.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Computer — Storage — May 22nd, 2025

Kioxia demos optical SSD, boasts of high performance and 30m+ cabling
The demo had the SSD working with Kyocera's Optinity PCIe card.
May 22, 2025 — Source

This 976TB external storage solution with 28 GB/s transfer speeds likely costs over $130,000
Almost 1 petabyte of lightning-fast storage
May 22, 2025 — Source

Computer Storage — Hitachi

Hitachi Europe
Supplier of high-capacity, high-performance hard disk drives and DVD drives throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Provides Products — Source

Computer Storage — Imation

Imation
Removable Data Storage.
Provides Products — Source

Computer Storage — KIOXIA

Computer Storage — Resources — Numbers

1st in High Available Storage Integration
Media Integration is a storage systems integrator specializing in high available storage.
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Computer Storage — Resources — A

Accurite Technologies Inc.
manufactures floppy drive alignment disks and testers, PCMCIA prototyping and development kits, extender cards, and floppy drive subsystems.
Provides Products — Source

Alliance Storage Technologies, Inc.
Alliance Storage Technologies, Inc. (ASTI) develops and manufactures products and solutions specifically designed for professional data archiving. Innovative network attached storage solutions feature modular, flexible architecture and integrate seamlessly with leading content and storage management platforms. Trusted worldwide for the protection of archive data,
Provides Products — Source

Americal Micro Products
offers CD-R and DVD-R labels, jewel cases, and sleeves with a variety of blank media.
Provides Products — Source

Amerivault
Online Backup for Business.
Provides a Service — Source

ApriCorn
The Leader in Personal Storage.
Provides a Service — Source

APS Technologies
The data storage and backup experts.
Provides a Service — Source

Archos Technology
Manufacturer of small storage devices for mobile computing. Devices include portable hard drives, mini ZIP drives, CD-ROM drives and DVD drives.
Provides Products — Source

Arco Computer Products, Inc.
DupliDisk IDE RAID 1 disk mirroring controllers, for dependable real-time backup using inexpensive IDE drives.
Provides Products — Source

Area Electronics Systems, Inc.
Specializing in server, rackmount server, RAID solution, pc system, workstations, and motherboards.
Provides Products — Source

Arrow Enterprise Computing Solutions (ECS)
We are a leading value-added distributor of hardware, software, storage and security solutions--supporting our reseller partners with presales technical support, order fulfillment management, bundled solutions, customized configurations, business planning, flexible financing and many other services that simplify their business, identify new markets and increase sales.
Provides Products — Source

ATA-ATAPI.com
features tech articles, FAQs, and news about the ATA and ATAPI drive interfaces.
Provides Products — Source

Athana
Offers magnetic media, all types of diskettes, tape cartridges, disk packs, degaussers, professional CD-duplicators and optical media.
Provides Products — Source

Avante Digital
Manufacturers and suppliers of high performance RAID solutions.
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Avantis
manufactures network attached storage CD and DVD servers.
Provides Products — Source

Avax International
Backup, data interchange, tape drives, tape library units, tape autochangers, and tape arrays.
Provides Products — Source

Computer Storage — Resources — B

Bason Hard Drive Warehouse
The #1 hard drive warehouse with wide variety to choose from. Carry all top brand names for notebooks and desktops.
Provides Products — Source

Best data recovery
Data recovery downloads fully scan every infected sector of storage media and retrieves lost or deleted images, pictures, document files and folders.
Provides a Service — Source

BiT Micro Networks Inc.
Designs, develops, and markets flash disk, solid state disk drive electronic E-Disk storage devices, and storage area network SAN and network attached storage NAS systems.
Provides Products — Source

BlueSmoke Storage Reviews
Reviews, previews, guides, news, interviews and a case mod gallery.
Provides Products — Source

Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.
Supplier of open Fibre Channel fabric solutions that provide the intelligent backbone for SANs.
Provides Products — Source

BUSlink
external hard drive for CD-RW or DVD plus RW.
Provides Products — Source

Computer Storage — Resources — C

CalOptic
CD copiers, duplicators, recorders and towers, manual or automatic loader including NAS.
Provides Products — Source

CD CyClone Duplication Systems
manufacturer of high-end CD duplication systems that allow you to burn up to 120 CDs an hour and come complete with a host PC built in.
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CD Freaks
offers links, news, chat, reviews, and more.
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CD Solutions Inc.
CD replication, CD-R duplication, CD-R duplicator/printers and blank media.
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CD-ROM Towers, Jukeboxes and Storage Technology
The expert source for CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and Presentation technology.
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CDROM2go.com
CD media solutions manufacturing, CD business cards, custom shaped CDs, OEM CDR media, duplication, packaging, media, printers, towers and autoloaders.
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Comco Tape Drive Sales & Repair
New and refurbished 3480, 3490, 3490e, 3590 and 3590e tape drives for just about any platform from Xcerta, IBM, Fujitsu and M4 Data.
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Computer and Communications
Collection of computer and communications businesses on the Internet.
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Computer Digital Storage Newsletter
Unique monthly news report on the worldwide magnetic and optical, disk and tape industry.
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Computer Peripherals Unlimited Inc.
Distributor of tape drives, tape libraries and accessories for mass storage and backup needs.
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Creative Data Products, Inc.
offers CD-Rs, CD-ROM manufacturing, blank CD, and blank CD-R.
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CS Electronics
Products include custom-made LVD and SCSI backplanes, adapters, internal and external cables, and terminators for laptops to mainframes.
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CyberData Systems
Specializing in high performance data storage systems for workstations, PCs, Macs and metwork servers.
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Computer Storage — Resources — D

Dan Kegel's Fast Hard Drives Page
Dan's hard drives facts page, and his independent view point.
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Data Devices International
Offers a broad range of magnetic media cleaning, certifying and erasing machines and supplies--4MM, 8MM, DLT, 3480, 3490E, 3590, REEL, QIC, and diskette.
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DataCity
provides removable hard drives and kits.
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DataDisc CD-ROM Tools and Technology
provides mastering, duplication, replication, CDR, CD ROM, and document publishing services, as well as software, recorders, accessories, and services.
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DeVita Associates
VAR integrator and distributor for non-desktop computer products including RAID and industrial chassis.
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DiscBurn.com
offers duplication, printing logos and artwork, graphic design, and packaging.
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DLTtape.com
Resource with hundreds of DLTtape systems from hundreds of the worlds leading computing suppliers.
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DupliTECH Systems
distributor of Champion brand digital media duplication equipment.
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Dynamic Network Factory
Manufactures high-performance, cost-effective SCSI-to-SCSI RAID subsystems for servers and networks.
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Computer Storage — Resources — E

EMC Corporation
The enterprise storage company, enterprise level RAID arrays.
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Equix
Specializing in quad xeon servers and dual PIII servers, and can meet all your RAID storage needs.
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Exabyte Corporation
IT and MIS professionals around the world rely on Exabyte for superior tape backup and automation products.
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Ez-Dupe
manufactures standalone high speed CD/DVD duplicators.
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Computer Storage — Resources — F

Fantom Drives
RAID arrays, USB storage, hard drives, DVD, CD, DLT, AIT and all your computer storage needs.
Provides Products — Source

Fibre Channel Industry Association
covers the fiber channel and storage area networking fields.
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First Storage
Providing RAID system, fibre channel, solid state disk storage, CD servers, DNAS-FC, data storage solutions for high data availability and network fault tolerance.
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FlexStar Technology, Inc
disk drive test equipment manufacturer offering solutions for every need, from single-port portable systems to multi-port production racks and environmental chambers.
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Floppy Discs and other Removable Storage Media
set of questions and answers about removable storage.
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Computer Storage — Resources — G

Guzik Technical Enterprises
manufactures test equipment for the disk drive industry. the site is used for technical support.
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Computer Storage — Resources — H

HGST
Drawing on the heritage of invention that first introduced the hard disk drive, HGST (formerly Hitachi Global Storage Technologies) is a new type of storage company for a new world where ever-increasing amounts of content are being generated from cloud services, Internet content providers, social networks, mobile devices, Big Data and enterprise business transactions.
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HighPoint Technologies
High performance storage devices for personal computers including the HPT366/368 Ultra66 IDE controller and the IDE RAID controller.
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Howstuffworks: CD Burners
article offering a guide to the way CD burner drives work.
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Howstuffworks: how Hard Disks Work
takes apart a hard disk to see what's inside, and also discuss how they organize the gigabytes of information they hold in files.
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HowStuffWorks: Removable Storage
features a history and guide to removable storage technology.
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Computer Storage — Resources — I

IDEMA
International Disk Drive Equipment and Materials Association serves to promote the technological, manufacturing, marketing and business of the disk drive manufacturing industry.
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Imation
is the world's leading provider of removable data storage products designed to help customers create, protect, and retrieve valuable digital assets.
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Infinity I/O
Provider of open systems training for the SAN/Fibre Channel community.
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Inter-Tech Corporation
producers of rugged hard drives for defense and industry.
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Intertechnology
Data and instrumentation products. Tape drives, libraries, and software.
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Ironstone Technologies
Ironstone Technologies specializes in CD-ROM and optical storage products and services.
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Computer Storage — Resources — J

JMR Electronics
Products includes enclosures for RAID and CD-ROM storage, fibre channel rackmounts and towers.
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Computer Storage — Resources — K

KDS Drives
KDS, the Drives Shop is the leading provider of storage devices.
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Computer Storage — Resources — L

Legato Systems, Inc.
High-availability products for managing application and service-level availability within Storage Area Network deployments.
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Linear Tape Open
Ultrium and Accelis tape formats allow high capacity or high performance tape backup solutions.
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LiveVault — Fully Automated Continuous Backup and Recovery Over the Internet
LiveVault is the leading provider of fully automated online data backup and recovery services.
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Logicube, Inc
Hard disk drive duplication, over 800MB/min.
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Computer Storage — Resources — M

Magretech, Inc.
offers new and refurbished magnetic disk heads, and repairs and spares for a variety of computer peripherals.
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Maxtor Corporation
Manufactures mass storage products. Once known as a manufacturer of hard disk drives, Maxtor has launched its innovative new network attached storage appliance, known as the MaxAttach product line.
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Memory Cards
UK memory card supplier. Low Price Memory sell all types of digital and pc memory.
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Midwest Data Recovery Inc.
provides data recovery for hard drives, tapes and RAID systems. Free evaluations. No data/no charge policy.
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MicroBoards Technology
provider of CD recordable/CD ROM technology for data, audio and video applications.
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MicroSense
MicroSense has a singular focus on precision measurement. we provide customers with state-of-the-art measurement performance in our products — precision capacitive sensors for high resolution, non-contact position sensing; vibrating sample magnetometers and MOKE systems for magnetic property measurement; and wafer metrology systems for accurately measuring wafer thickness and shape.
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Minds at Work
Back up, store, archive or transfer any file on the 6GB Digital Wallet, the portable smart storage solution.
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Montreal Data Recovery, RAID Recovery
Hard Drive and Raid Data Recovery Services (Montreal, Quebec)
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Mountain Engineering II
Design of magnetic tape drives, LTO, DLT, 3590, 3490, with experience in all types of tape drives.
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Computer Storage — Resources — N

Network Appliance
Manufactures high-performance multiprotocol file servers and caching appliances for UNIX (NFS), Windows (CIFS) and Web (HTTP) environments.
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Network Buyer's Guide
Provides pre-purchase information on products from the computer storage and networking industry.
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Nexsan Technologies, Ltd.
Designs and manufactures a family of advanced, Internet-enabled, storage subsystems for RAID, fibre channel, and SCSI.
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Computer Storage — Resources — O

Octave
Offering the latest in CD burners, CD burner software, MP3 recorders, and DVD recording technologies.
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Optima Technology
DeskTape tape backup software, CD-R access recordable CD software, CD-R, CD-RW, and DiskArray software for hard drives, RAID, and storage area networks.
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Optisys
Produces Network Attach Storage servers for optical, CD-ROM, RAID, PD and DVD mass storage devices.
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Computer Storage — Resources — P

PC Guide: Hard Disk Drives
reference guide to hard disk drives covering several topics.
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Perceptics Corporation
Provides optical storage archival solutions for the UNIX and Linux operating platforms.
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Peripheral Imaging Solutions
selling new and re-manufactured memory modules for disk arrays with new disk drives.
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Peripheral Vision
Manufacturer of tape backup solutions specializing in emulations, sharing tape drives and display units for most platforms.
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Pinetree Peripherals
Provides tape drives and repairs.
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ProSource Sales & Marketing, Inc.
providing CD/R media to corporate America.
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PsiTech, Inc.
Develops leading edge products for the capture, storage and display of computer data. Manufacturing both the hardware and the software to enable vast amounts of data to be viewed, analyzed, stored and retrieved.
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Computer Storage — Resources — Q

Qualstar
Manufacturer of mass storage products. Tape drives and tape libraries. Library-ready tape drives.
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Quantum
leadership in Data Protection Solutions.
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Computer Storage — Resources — R

RAID Web
Plug and play RAID systems which use inexpensive IDE or SCSI drives, completely OS independent and ready to use.
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RAIDKing Technology, Inc
Adaptive RAID storage solutions.
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Ram Peripherals Ltd
The UK's leading specialist supplier of CD-R production systems for software duplication, information publishing & data storage.
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Rare Systems, Inc.
Manufactures and integrates high capacity, maximum performance storage, backup and server systems for UNIX and NT environments.
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Rescue CD
specializes in data and audio recovery from damaged music CDs, CD-ROMs, and DVDs.
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Computer Storage — Resources — S

SalvageData
Critical Data Recovery Success Starts @ SALVAGEDATA.
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Seek Systems
High performance, memory based storage solutions. Adaptive RAID storage systems, providing dynamic RAID level selection and array tuning, and the Xcelerator, provides Solid State Disk performance.
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Shaffstall Corporation, Inc.
Offers products to copy, duplicate, and convert magnetic data tapes and CD-R's.
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Sonopress
Manufacturer of optical discs. Besides CD, CD-ROM and DVD replication, also offers packaging, kitting, and fulfillment services to the audio, computer software, and home video industries.
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Southern Technology Group
Viking RAID series is a fault-tolerant, cost effective, external storage solution.
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Spectra Logic
A complete line of automated tape backup solutions.
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Storage Depot Ltd.
We are a small and friendly company specializing in digital storage for business, education and individuals.
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Storage Search
Find computer storage manufacturers & products. Help Megabyte the Mouse in his quest for the perfect storage solutions.
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StorageNewsletter
A monthly periodical in English on the worldwide data storage industry.
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Sun Microsystems Australia
Leader in storage solutions.
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Swissbit
in Switzerland has more than 12 years experience in development, design, manufacturing and testing of Storage Products.
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Computer Storage — Resources — T

Tapeconversions.com
Provide tape, media, file and data conversion services for magnetic and cartridge tape in all formats.
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Teac
Leader in the field of data storage.
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The CD Information Center
about CD-Recordable media lifetimes, manufacturers' technical reports and independent commentary.
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The Institute for Information Storage Technology
Established to address the interdisciplinary area of data storage with information on the chapter and their conferences.
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The Storage Networking Industry Association
SNIA is a not-for-profit organization, made up of more than 100 companies and individuals spanning virtually the entire storage industry.
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THIC
Not-for-profit the THIC organization started out as a round-table group convened by the US Department of Defense to bring together vendors, manufacturers and users at the leading edge of recording technology, but quickly became a public forum.
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Todd Enterprises, Inc.
CD-ROM network hardware & software.
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TTi, Inc.
testers for the harddisk drive industries.
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Turtle by Perm-A-Store
Permanent storage cases for data backup media.
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Computer Storage — Resources — U

Ultera Systems
Provides RAID for removable storage backup solutions, data striping and mirroring for disaster recovery applications and full library robotics support.
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USI Corporation
Independent technology supplier providing tape and disk solutions and system memory enhancement products.
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Computer Storage — Resources — W

Westpoint
Peripheral storage specialists providing data storage solutions for integration into a range of computer systems including windows NT, UNIX, Sun Solaris and mainframes.
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Computer Storage — Resources — X

XIOtech
Extending intelligent IO processing to stand-alone storage subsystems.
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Xyratex
For OEMs and integrators, offers cost competitive, expandable storage subsystems combined with future-ready interface and disk technologies in a highly modular form.
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Computer Storage — Promise

Promise Technology, Inc.
Provides ATA RAID for both entry-level and mid-range server applications. Also manufactures Ultra ATA/66 and Ultra ATA/100 controllers.
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Computer Storage — SanDisk

SanDisk
Data storage — compactflash memory cards, ImageMate, PC cards, chipsets, multimedia cards and flashdrive, for digital cameras, PDAs, and mobile computing devices.
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Computer Storage — Seagate

Seagate Technologies
Disc product guide and disc storage news.
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Computer Storage — Toshiba

Toshiba brings Bluetooth™
Capabilities to Innovative Mobile Storage.
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Computer Storage — Western Digital

Western Digital Corporation
Leaders in information storage management, provides a broad array of hard disk drives for personal and enterprise-wide computing. Hard drives, replacement and add-on data storage products to the consumer market through resellers.
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Winchester Systems
Complete line of scalable, performance-based RAID systems.
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