Storage

The Red Pro uses conventional magnetic recording (CMR) and is one of the highest-capacity CMR models available today. CMR recording eliminates the data rewriting delays associated with shingled magnetic recording (SMR).

The 990 Evo Plus supports both PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0, but it's not equipped with the quick DRAM found on the Samsung 990 Pro. Nonetheless, the 4TB SSD is almost as quick as the noticeably more expensive high-end drive.

The Aoostar WTR Max has made its official debut in China as an upgraded model to the Pro. It's a 7-bay NAS that’s powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS that can be paired with a Radeon 7600 XT dGPU.

Realme's latest smartphone to the Indian market with Ultra Clear Cameras and a Miracle Shining Design is rated for IP65 durability. It has been introduced as a new Lite alternative to the 14 Pro, but has much more in common with that handset's predecessor - which can also be more cost-effective in some SKUs.

Based on Linux Debian 12.9 "Bookworm" and using the 6.8 kernel as default (with 6.11 as an option), Proxmox Mail Gateway 8.2 is now available with SpamAssassin 4.0.1, which packs updated rulesets. Additionally, this new release comes with ZFS 2.2.7, PostgreSQL 15.11, automated/unattended installation, and more.

The Comet is a rather compact SSD that is also supposed to offer extremely high speeds thanks to TB5 compatibility. The system should easily fit into pockets and is also rugged and can withstand some potentially harmful conditions.

Verbatim has added a new and very fast SSD to its lineup. This TurboMetal comes with active cooling and shouldn’t suffer from throttling even when transferring huge files. The USB 4 drive also sports a robust-looking metal case.

Samsung has now officially presented 9100 PRO series SSDs in 1 TB, 2 TB and 4 TB capacities. All sporting PCIe 5.0 speeds, the fastest 8 TB variant will not be available until at some point this year.

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

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 rugged variant, the T7 Shield.

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 connectivity options.

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. Initial drives will offer up to 128TB, scaling to 1PB as NAND technology advances. But a release timeline has not been announced.

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 destined for launch in the United Kingdom (UK) and Republic of Ireland, according to some additional new leaks. The device is also thought to debut with a design similar to that of the higher-end Galaxy A36 and A56 5G.

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. Buyers can now back the Planck on its Kickstarter.

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.

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 and possibly even slimmer bezels. The device could be in line for an internal storage upgrade.

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 standout, with impressive read and write rates.

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 facility in the Hungarian capital Budapest produces ThinkSystem servers and Lenovo ThinkCentre desktop PCs.

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.

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 discs in Japan.

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 one for those with distinctive esthetics, faster charging and audio features as priorities.

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, concept art, and more.

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 options.

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 now available with a 25% discount.

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.

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-C ports.

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.

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.

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.

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, the wallet-friendly device also has its drawbacks.

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 consideration.

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 network connectivity.

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 wide range of applications and expansion possibilities.

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 HBM3E, along with higher storage capacity.

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.

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 easy offloading.

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 components remain largely undisclosed, the aggressive pricing and domestic sourcing strategy reflect Huawei's ambitious push into the consumer storage segment despite international trade restrictions.

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 hardware encryption.

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.

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 and be controlled by the rumored HomePod Smart Home Display.

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 the same time as the dedicated GPU.

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 leaker purports to outline how it will differ from the higher-end 13 in that country.

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 rugged, while the price is on the premium side.

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 environments from fusion reactors to jet engines.

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.

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 CS2150 also supports Microsoft DirectStorage for potentially enhanced loading times in Windows gaming.

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, along with the rest of its clean, almost iPhone-style design. The device might also launch with up to 1TB of internal storage.

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.