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Chinese startup Numemory introduces Intel Optane-like storage-class memory chip. Pictured: A NM101 chip offered by Numemory. (Image source: Numemory)

Numemory's 128 Gb storage-class memory chip fills gap left by Intel Optane

Numemory's latest NM102 memory chip doubles the capacity of its predecessor to 128 Gb while maintaining DRAM-like performance.

Nathan Ali, 24 Feb 2025 17:41

The Samsung T7 (l) and Samsung T7 Shield (r) are portable SSDs with a wide compatibility. (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Amazon offers mouth-watering discounts on Samsung T7 and T7 Shield Portable SSDs

The Samsung T7 portable SSD was released nearly 5 years ago but the manufacturer still has it available for purchase. Now, Amazon is offering a nearly 50% discount, albeit for a limited time, on the 2TB version of the T7 and its r...

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Feb 2025 11:14

The WTR Pro is available in a new model variant (Image source: Aoostar)

Aoostar WTR Pro NAS gets CPU upgrade and can be used like a mini PC

The WTR Pro is a network storage device that can also be used as a mini PC, or rather the other way around. The Aoostar NAS is now being offered in a new model variant which sports fast ethernet ports and several other connectivit...

Silvio Werner, 19 Feb 2025 21:18

SanDisk eyes 1PB SSDs with next-gen UltraQLC platform (Image source: SanDisk)

SanDisk promises 1-Petabyte SSD, but release timeline remains unclear

SanDisk plans to develop petabyte-capacity SSDs using its advanced UltraQLC platform. This integrated solution combines 3D QLC NAND memory with a proprietary high-speed controller for optimized performance and power efficiency. In...

Andrew Sozinov, 17 Feb 2025 20:04

A "Galaxy A26" render. (Image source: Evan Blass/@MysteryLupin)

Samsung Galaxy A26 5G tipped to launch with expandable storage following FCC leak

The Galaxy A26 5G will debut as a smartphone that might rock a feature Samsung has cut out of its premium Android smartphones for generations, according to its Federal Communications Commission (FCC) documentation. It is also dest...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Feb 2025 18:33

Planck smartphone SSD (Image source: ShiftCam)

The compact Planck SSD launches to smash smartphone storage limitations

The Planck is a downsized SSD that provides desktop-level storage capacity and speeds. Using a USB 3.2 Gen 2 connection, it's capable of blazing-fast file transfers and real-time ProRes 4K recording on iPhone Pro/Max models. Buyer...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Feb 2025 17:20

Four M.2 2280 storage slots make this a potent NAS in a form factor similar in size to an Intel NUC (Image Source: CWWK)

CWWK X86-P6 pocket NAS puts 4 SSD's into a box the size of an Intel NUC, complete with 2x 2.5 GbE LAN ports

CWWK, the Chinese soft router brand you've probably never heard of, has released an update to the X86-P5 Pocket NAS, which crams 4 SSD's into a form factor not much bigger than an Intel NUC for a fairly reasonable price.

David Devey, 13 Feb 2025 13:29

Realme GT 8 Pro tipped to launch with 2K slim-bezel display and UFS 4.1 storage

Realme touts its current flagship Android smartphone to have the best display of its class, mostly because it is made of OLED sourced from Samsung. It could be outdone by the next-gen GT 8 Pro, however, with an improved resolution...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Feb 2025 18:41

PNY Type C USB flash drives (Image source: PNY)

PNY launches three new flash drives including the speedy USB 3.2 Gen 2 Pro Elite V3

Despite the many cloud storage solutions, physical USB flash drives are here to stay. To keep pace with speedy external storage, PNY is refreshing its lineup of Type-C USB flash drives. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 Pro Elite V3 is the stando...

Adam Corsetti, 04 Feb 2025 01:06

Made in EU for EU in the era of trade-wars: Lenovo's only European PC factory (image source: Benjamin Herzig/Notebookcheck.com)

Made in EU for EU in the era of trade-wars: Inside Lenovo's only European PC factory

Most PC manufacturers rely completely on ODM plants to make their PCs. Not so Lenovo. The biggest PC manufacturer by volume has a network of in-house factories all over the world - and since 2021, also in Europe. The 50,000 m² fac...

Benjamin Herzig, 03 Feb 2025 15:44

The SN850X SSD with 8TB has received a 34% price cut on Amazon (Image source: WD)

Deal | WD Black SN850X SSD with 8TB now discounted by 34% on Amazon

Even though the 8TB version of the WD Black SN850X remains a very expensive SSD, it's one of the few options for gamers or other storage-hungry users who need a maximum amount of capacity on a single M.2 module.

Enrico Frahn, 02 Feb 2025 19:35

Verbatim and IO Data will continue making recordable optical media available to users. (Image source: Verbatim Japan)

Verbatim Japan and IO Data reaffirm their commitment to producing CD, DVD, and Blu-ray recordable media

Despite major manufacturers pulling out from the optical disc market, Verbatim Japan has committed to manufacturing high-quality, recordable optical media, and IO Data will support this effort by acting as the distributor of these...

David Chien, 02 Feb 2025 05:51

The "new" Moto G. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto G (2025) goes live in the US with 5G and headphone jack for Dolby Atmos audio

The Motorola Moto G (2025) has been released to the US market to do battle with the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G at the same ~$200 price-point with Android 15 and a 120Hz punch-hole display. The vegan leather-covered handset might be the...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Jan 2025 15:10

Video Game History Foundation launches digital library of old video game magazines, development assets, and more

The Video Game History Foundation today launched a digital library that lets gamers, historians, researchers, and everyone else search through thousands of documents related to video games. These include out-of-print magazines, co...

Sam Medley, 31 Jan 2025 00:14

ECM40: PCIe card for PCs. (Image source: SilverStone)

SilverStone: Small expansion card adds up to four high-performance SSDs

Silverstone now has a new solution for installing four high-performance mass storage devices at the same time to a PC. A cooling system is also integrated, making this expansion card handy for compact systems with limited storage ...

Silvio Werner, 27 Jan 2025 01:40

Home Hub: Local data storage for surveillance cameras. (Image source: Reolink)

Reolink Home Hub Pro: Affordable storage solution for up to 24 surveillance cameras now available at a discount

Reolink offers various surveillance products and, with the Home Hub Pro, offers a local storage solution that saves subscription costs and also ensures personal control over sensitive data. Launched late last year, the device is n...

Silvio Werner, 27 Jan 2025 00:26

Sony to stop producing recordable Blu-ray discs, other physical media in February

Sony will shutter production of various physical media in February. This includes recordable Blu-ray discs, MiniDV tapes, and more. Sony also stated it will not produce anything to replace these forms of media storage.

Sam Medley, 26 Jan 2025 00:26

The external EX400U SSD is extremely quick thanks to USB 4 (Image source: Corsair)

Corsair launches EX400U external SSD with MagSafe, USB 4 and up to 4,000 MB/s for iPhone, Mac and Windows PCs

Corsair's newest external SSD features USB-C with a bandwidth of 40 Gbit/s, which allows data transfer speeds of up to 4,000 MB/s in real-world use. The versatile and compact USB 4 SSD is also backwards compatible with slower USB-...

Hannes Brecher, 23 Jan 2025 22:33

A new addon-board for the Raspberry Pi 5 comes with two M.2 slots (Image source: Seeed Studio)

New PCIe HAT for Raspberry Pi 5 offers two M.2 slots for SSDs or AI accelerators

Seeed Studio has launched a new expansion board for the Raspberry Pi 5. Its two M.2 slots offer space for SSDs or AI accelerators, while it remains possible to use additional sensors and actuators.

Silvio Werner, 23 Jan 2025 05:10

Xbox storage expansion options grow as Microsoft loosens external hard drive limits

Microsoft has been working on a solution for congested Xbox storage. Some Xbox Insider Program members can now connect more massive USB drives. Sadly, this method of storage expansion still can't boot Series X games.

Adam Corsetti, 22 Jan 2025 23:30

Lenovo has unveiled a tactical SSD that airport security probably won't like (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo unveils external SSD that may get frequent flyers into trouble

An USB-C external SSD in the shape of a hand grenade is currently crowdfunding in China. The product will provide high-speed data transfer but may cause quite a stir during airport security checks due to its unusual shape.

Andrew Sozinov, 21 Jan 2025 21:09

The new S3 Pro. (Image source: Fossibot)

Fossibot S3 Pro debuts with dual displays and expandable storage for bargain price

The Fossibot S3 Pro boasts two displays for the price of one, one of which is of the 6.67-inch AMOLED variety. The Android smartphone also comes with a charger in the box, and can use microSD cards of up to 1TB in size. Then again...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jan 2025 17:16

Amazon has a noteworthy deal for the 990 Pro Evo 4TB SSD (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung 990 Evo Plus 4TB SSD significantly undercuts 990 Pro in latest Amazon sale

Even though the 990 Evo Plus lacks the DRAM found on the flagship 990 Pro, tech enthusiast who are looking for a huge 4TB SSD upgrade might want to take Samsung's affordable hybrid module for PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots into c...

Enrico Frahn, 16 Jan 2025 22:04

4-bay dual system all-flash NAS. (Image source: GMKtec)

GMKtec G9: Ultra mini PC that doubles as network storage

GMKtec has announced a new mini PC that not only serves as a classic desktop system, but can also be used as network storage. Four storage bays together with two 2.5G Ethernet ports make for both ample storage space and fast netwo...

Silvio Werner, 16 Jan 2025 00:42

N5 Pro: New NAS from Minisforum comes with powerful CPU. (Image source: Minisforum)

N5 Pro: Powerful network storage with numerous ports, AMD CPU and upgrade options

The newly unveiled N5 Pro network storage device from Minisforum looks impressive, boasting a powerful CPU and support for up to 144 TB of storage and up to 96 GB RAM. It doesn't end there: a wide range of ports allow for both a w...

Silvio Werner, 11 Jan 2025 09:24

Samsung accelerates HBM4 development for 2025 launch, targets Nvidia GPU orders (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung's HBM4 memory enters trial production, with mass production targeted for late 2025

Samsung accelerates its HBM4 memory development, aiming to start production by late 2025—shaving six months off its original timeline. This next-gen memory is set to deliver a 66 percent boost in data transfer speeds compared to H...

Nathan Ali, 05 Jan 2025 16:48

Lenovo Y910 starts at ~$76 in China (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo debuts new magnetic portable SSD with up to 2 TB storage support

The Lenovo Y910 magnetic portable SSD has officially been introduced in China, and it starts at CNY 559, which is around $76. This new external SSD has a rated read speed of 2,000 MB/s and has up to 2 TB of storage support.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 31 Dec 2024 08:25

Hacray releases 2TB MagDrive external SSD for iPhone 15/16 Pro and Pro Max smartphones. (Image source: Hacray)

Hacray launches 2TB MagDrive SSD for Apple iPhone Pro and Pro Max smartphones

The MagSafe-mounted MagDrive provides users with the ability to record over an hour of 4K120 ProRes video without filling up the internal storage of Apple iPhones. The USB-C drive is compatible with MacOS and Windows computers for...

David Chien, 31 Dec 2024 06:57

Huawei shakes up the SSD market with a 1 TB high-speed drive for $32 (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei's first consumer SSD debuts at surprisingly low price point

Huawei has entered the consumer SSD market with its eKitStore Xtreme 200E series, featuring competitive PCIe 4.0 performance specifications and an unprecedented price point of $32 for the 1 TB model. While the drive's internal com...

Andrew Sozinov, 29 Dec 2024 17:06

iStorage/Kanguru receives FIPS 140-3 Level 3 cryptographic validation for Datashur Pro+C USB-C drive. (Image source: iStorage)

iStorage/Kanguru Datashur Pro+C USB-C drive receives world's first FIPS 140-3 Level 3 cryptographic validation

The iStorage/Kanguru Datashur Pro+C cryptographically-secured USB-C drive is designed to keep government, business, and personal secrets safe. The drive is locked with a PIN code, and the data is protected by AES-XTS 256-bit hardw...

David Chien, 28 Dec 2024 09:14

Samsung's new microSD cards have Sonic characters printed on them. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung's new Sonic-themed microSD cards will be great for the Nintendo Switch 2

Samsung has announced new microSD cards that are themed after SEGA's Sonic characters. Available with up to 1TB of storage, the microSD cards are suitable for use in handheld gaming consoles.

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Dec 2024 15:25

Face ID for the home: Apple smart doorbell supposedly in development

Apple's planned onslaught on the smart home includes the creation of the OEM's own doorbell, according to the latest rumors. The accessory is thought to integrate with equally smart locks that may or may not also be made by Apple ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2024 17:26

Framework now allows users of the Laptop 16 to install up to four M.2 SSDs (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Framework Laptop 16 now supports four M.2 SSDs for up to 16 TB of storage

The Framework Laptop 16 now officially supports up to four M.2 SSDs, allowing the notebook to be equipped with up to 16 TB of storage. However, these additional SSDs take up the expansion bay, meaning that they cannot be used at t...

Hannes Brecher, 16 Dec 2024 23:43

OnePlus 13R, Ace 5 Pro tipped to come with 16GB of RAM at most

The 13R is expected to launch as the more affordable member of OnePlus' new flagship Android smartphone series for the international market soon. It is also projected to become available in China under another name. Now, a famous ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Dec 2024 16:11

Rugged and lightning fast (Image source: Bogdan Solca / Notebookcheck)

OWC Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 reviewed: world's fastest external SSD rivals internal PCIe 4.0 X4 models

Thanks to its Thunderbolt 5 compatibility, the OWC Envoy Ultra 2 TB external SSD breaks the 6 GB/s sequential speed barrier, matching popular PCIe 4.0 X4 solutions like the Samsung 980 Pro. Design is slick and the case is also rug...

Bogdan Solca, 13 Dec 2024 17:37

Ultra-high temperature memory breakthrough allows electronics to operate in extreme environments (Image source: Samsung)

New memory device operates at extreme temperatures above 1,100°F

Scientists have created a new memory device that functions at temperatures exceeding 1,100°F - far beyond current silicon limits. Using oxygen ions instead of electrons, this innovation could revolutionize electronics in extreme e...

Nathan Ali, 11 Dec 2024 12:15

HDMI and M.2 included: New docking solution will release soon (Image source: Dockcase)

Dockcase: New USB hub boasts a touchscreen, an M.2 slot and support for 4K content at 120Hz

Dockcase launches a new smart USB hub that can not only connect to a display but also features a built-in touchscreen and an SSD slot.

Silvio Werner, 11 Dec 2024 11:16

PNY CS2150 SSD debuts with up to 10GB/s read speed thanks to PCIe Gen5 upgrade

PNY touts its latest solid-state drive (SSD) as capable of "Next-Gen Speeds" thanks to its new NVMe PCIe Gen5 x4 interface. The OEM asserts that it is the ideal new PC upgrade for professionals with its TCG Opal 2.0 spec. The CS21...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Dec 2024 17:39

The "Honor 100 GT". (Image source: Digital Chat Station)

Honor 100 GT leaks with up-to-date design and RAM/storage configurations

The Honor 100 GT is depicted as a smartphone ready to hit the premium mid-range Android smartphone market with an almost-flagship SoC, fast charging and a 50MP rear camera with OIS. Its housing may have also just been revealed, al...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2024 18:08

It is currently unclear whether the Orico MiniMate can be upgraded with a higher-capacity SSD. (Image source: Orico)

This new Apple Mac mini accessory adds up to 8 TB of storage with 40 Gbps transfer speeds

The Orico MiniMate is the latest purpose-built accessory for the new Apple M4-based Mac mini. Offering 40 Gbps transfer speeds, the accessory can provide up to 8 TB of storage with 1 TB, 2 TB and 4 TB also available.

Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2024 19:51

Two new, fast network storage devices are now available. (Image source: Asustor)

Flashstor Gen 2: New and fast network storage devices with space for up to 12 SSDs now available

Asustor is offering new and powerful NAS models in two variants, which differ in the number of mass storage devices that can be installed. Expansion enclosures can be used.

Silvio Werner, 01 Dec 2024 20:54

Proxmox 3 Backup Server dashboard (Image source: Proxmox)

Open source enterprise backup solution Proxmox 3.3 Backup Server arrives with a new default kernel

Using the Linux kernel 6.8.12-4 as a stable default with 6.11 as an option, Proxmox Backup Server 3.3 sports ZFS 2.2.6 support and is based on the Debian 12.8 "Bookworm" release. The list of changes also includes removable datasto...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Nov 2024 23:36

The new Satechi M.2 NVMe Mini SSD enclosure accommodates SSDs up to 2 TB. (Image source: Amazon)

Tiny mini SSD enclosure from Satechi with up to 2 TB and 10 Gbit/s is suitable for laptops, iPhone, iPad and more

Storage space for on the go in ultra-compact format. Satechi has launched its M.2 NVMe Mini SSD enclosure, which accommodates SSDs with up to 2 TB of storage space, transfers data at a maximum of 10 Gbit/s and can be conveniently ...

Marcus Schwarten, 29 Nov 2024 19:06

The Samsung 990 Pro left a good impression in our review and is currently on sale for its cheapest Amazon price of the year (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung 990 Pro 4TB SSD gets massive 42% discount and drops to best Amazon price of the year

According to our review, the Samsung 990 Pro is still one of the very best PCIe 4.0 SSDs on the market. Thanks to an early Black Friday discount, the sought-after 4TB version is now on sale for its most affordable price on Amazon ...

Enrico Frahn, 22 Nov 2024 21:50

The Nexar beam2 mini dash cam can capture up to 1080p footage (Image source: Nexar)

Nexar launches the beam2 mini LTE dash cam with 4G LTE connectivity

The Nexar beam2 mini LTE has just made its debut in the US market. The company’s new dash cam is packed with features such as dual-band GPS tracking, 6 DoF motion sensors, 1080p (FHD) video recording, remote video streaming, live ...

Abhinav Fating, 21 Nov 2024 15:37

Huawei unveils innovative MED storage system, combining SSD speed with tape capacity (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei's Magneto-Electric Disk technology combines SSD speed with 72 TB tape storage

Huawei unveils revolutionary Magneto-Electric Disk technology that combines SSD speed with tape storage capacity, promising 72 TB of data storage while using 90 percent less power than conventional drives. The first devices are se...

Nathan Ali, 13 Nov 2024 19:11

Removable SSDs have finally returned with the latest Mac mini. (Image source: Quinn Nelson)

Replaceable SSDs coming for new Apple Mac mini

Replaceable SSDs are coming for the new Apple Mac mini. While the new mini-PC supports removable storage, Apple does not offer replacement parts directly. Thankfully, the team behind the Studio Drive project for the Mac Studio has...

Alex Alderson, 12 Nov 2024 20:27

The 2TB Seagate Storage Expansion Card for the Xbox Series X|S is currently available with a massive discount on Amazon. (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | Seagate 2TB Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S gets massive discount on Amazon

Seagate's 2TB Expansion Card for Xbox Series X and Series S has scored a massive discount on Amazon, and is currently available for less than a dollar above its all-time low price on the platform.

Sambit Saha, 11 Nov 2024 20:37