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 4M2, a four-slot NVMe M.2 SSD USB4, Thunderbolt™ compatible enclosure offering improved performance, thermal protection for today’s high performance drives, as well as expanded compatibility for an improved near-silent operation.

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The Express 4M2 is made for the most demanding work. It’s built to keep up whether you're backing up footage on set, editing 8K video, or sorting through thousands of high-res photos. It supports up to four NVMe M.2 SSDs (2230, 2242, or 2280) and achieves real-world speeds up to 3200MB/s – and, with flexible RAID options, i.e., 0, 1, 4, 5, and 1+0, users can create the setup that works best for their workflow. Whether that’s max performance, redundancy, or a mix of both. And even when things get intense… multi-camera offloads, long editing sessions, big batch processing, the aluminum shell and smart fans keep it cool and quiet so you’re not dealing with slowdowns, overheating, or distracting noise. It’s fully compatible with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C, so whether you’re working on a Mac or PC, it fits right in and works seamlessly, with no fuss.

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Kioxia Corporation, a world leader in memory solutions, today announced the prototype development and demonstration of its new KIOXIA CD9P Series PCIe® 5.0 NVMe™ SSDs. These next-generation drives are the latest SSDs built with Kioxia’s 8th generation BiCS FLASH™ TLC-based 3D flash memory. 8th generation BiCS FLASH™ features CBA (CMOS directly Bonded to Array) technology, a breakthrough architecture that significantly boosts power efficiency, performance, and storage density, while doubling the capacity available per SSD compared with the previous generation model.

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As GPU-accelerated AI servers drive up the demands on storage infrastructure, maintaining high throughput, low latency, and consistent performance is critical -- including keeping valuable GPUs highly utilized. The KIOXIA CD9P Series is purpose-built for these next-generation environments, delivering the speed and responsiveness required by AI, machine learning and HPC (high-performance computing) workloads to ensure GPUs stay fed with data and operating at maximum efficiency.

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Transcend SSD475P SSDTranscend Information, Inc. (Transcend), a global leader in storage and multimedia solutions, proudly announces the launch of its new SSD475P 2.5” solid-state drive, purpose-built for industrial applications and high-performance environments. Featuring Power Loss Protection (PLP) technology, the SSD475P uses built-in capacitors to continue supplying power during unexpected power outages, ensuring data is properly written and significantly reducing the risk of data loss.

The SSD475P is equipped with a SATA III 6Gb/s interface and 112-layer 3D NAND flash, offering storage capacities of up to 8TB, combining high-speed access with exceptional capacity. With sustained read/write speeds of up to 560/530 MB/s and a built-in DRAM cache, the drive enhances random access performance and overall endurance. Thanks to its Direct Write firmware, the SSD475P provides outstanding write stability for prolonged, intensive data workloads. It ensures consistent write speeds without throttling, making it ideal for industrial use cases involving frequent access and high write volumes, such as industrial PCs, embedded systems, and data logging devices.

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QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking, and storage solutions innovator, today launched its first 8-port full 10GbE Multi-Gig/Fiber Lite-managed switch, the QSW-L3208-2C6T. Featuring six 10GbE Multi-Gig RJ45 ports and two 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo ports, the switch also includes useful features such as LACP, QoS, and VLAN. The QSW-L3208-2C6T enables creators, small offices, and SMBs to build high-performance and reliable networks with flexible management on a budget.

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"We’ve noticed that many creators and SMBs demand stable, high-speed networks without the complexity of full Layer 2 management,” said Ronald Hsu, Product Manager of QNAP, adding “the QSW-L3208-2C6T is our first Lite-managed switch, offering just the right amount of management control for users to improve efficiency and troubleshoot quickly with minimal setup."

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TerraMaster, a leading innovator in storage solutions, proudly announces the launch of the D4 SSD, a 4-bay all-flash direct-attached storage (DAS) enclosure designed for media creators, filmmakers, and professionals seeking unparalleled speed and flexibility. With USB 4 support delivering up to 40Gbps bandwidth, the D4 SSD offers exceptional performance and seamless integration with NAS systems, including the forthcoming TerraMaster F4 SSD All-Flash NAS, easily expand the storage space of NAS to meet users' diverse storage needs.

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Key Features of D4 SSD

USB 4 Protocol, Blazing-Fast Transmission
The D4 SSD is tailored for media creation and post-production, utilizing the USB 4 protocol with support for up to 40Gbps data transfer bandwidth. When equipped with four M.2 SSDs (such as Samsung 990PRO 4TB) and configured as RAID 0 via macOS Disk Utility, it achieves read/write speeds of up to 3224MB/s. In single disk operation, read speeds can reach 1608MB/s. Whether running multiple disks in parallel or a single disk, the D4 SSD significantly reduces the time required for nearly all tasks in the post-production workflow. Fully compatible with Thunderbolt 3/4/5 and USB 4/3.2/3.1/3.0 protocols, the D4 SSD offers exceptional cross-platform compatibility, making it perfectly suited for various use cases.

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Today PNY announced the latest in its OTG Flash Drive assortment, the DUO LINK™ V3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C & Type-A. Encapsulated in a premium metal housing are extensive storage and extreme performance capabilities, ideal for professionals. Paired with dual USB-C®/USB-A connectors for maximum compatibility, this contemporary matte black swivel design drive is the ideal choice for on-the-go users looking for ultimate versatility, speed, and storage.

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Lightning-Fast Performance
Experience professional-grade performance with PNY's DUO LINK V3. Engineered with the latest USB 3.2 Gen 2 technology to achieve extreme speeds up to 1,000MB/s read and up to 800MB/s write, an astounding 265x faster transfer speed than standard USB 2.0 flash drives. Transfer files in a flash with this blazing-fast performance, ideal for advanced tech users and the most demanding applications.

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Seagate Technology Holdings plc, a leading innovator of mass-capacity data storage, today announced the launch of the market’s first and only 4TB Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S, designed to meet the growing storage demands of Xbox console players worldwide. This new capacity offering is set to elevate the gaming experience by providing unparalleled capacity, ensuring that players never have to compromise on their library.

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With AAA titles frequently exceeding 100GB, higher capacity storage is essential for uninterrupted gameplay. Seagate’s new 4TB Storage Expansion Card gives Xbox players the freedom to download and play their favorite blockbuster games, indie favorites, and media without worrying about running out of space. Designed in collaboration with Xbox, this expansion card delivers plug-and-play simplicity, fast load times, and maximum capacity.

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Micron Technology, Inc., announced today that it is shipping qualification samples of the world’s first 1γ (1-gamma) node-based low-power double data rate 5X (LPDDR5X) memory, designed to accelerate AI applications on flagship smartphones. Delivering the industry’s fastest LPDDR5X speed grade of 10.7 gigabits per second (Gbps), combined with up to a 20% power savings, Micron LPDDR5X transforms smartphones with faster, smoother mobile experiences and longer battery life — even when executing data-intensive workloads such as AI-powered translation or image generation.

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To meet the industry’s increasing demand for compact solutions for next-generation smartphone designs, Micron’s engineers have shrunk the LPDDR5X package size to offer the industry’s thinnest package of 0.61 millimeters, making it 6% thinner compared to competitive offerings, and representing a 14% height reduction from the previous generation. The small form factor unlocks more possibilities for smartphone manufacturers to design ultrathin or foldable smartphones.

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adata sd 71 express cardThe highly anticipated next-generation game console Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch this week, ushering in a new era of gaming with revolutionary hardware upgrades, including a more powerful processor and enhanced graphics performance. This evolution promises gamers sharper visuals, faster speed, and content-rich gaming experiences. However, these benefits bring significantly larger file sizes and heightened read/write demands, posing unprecedented storage challenges. To meet these revolutionary storage needs, the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusively utilizes the SD Express 7.1 microSD memory card. ADATA Technology, a leading memory brand, is primed with its Premier Extreme microSDXC SD Express 7.1 memory card, featuring industry-leading speeds of up to 800MB/s read and 700MB/s write, coupled with a generous 512GB capacity, to deliver an unparalleled experience for gamers.

ADATA microSD Express 7.1 Memory Card: Ultimately Unleashing the Potential of Nintendo Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch 2’s revolutionary hardware upgrades empower game developers to craft masterpieces with more exquisite visuals, grander worlds, and deeper content. Yet, the accompanying surge in game file sizes presents a formidable challenge for Switch 2’s internal storage. The SD Express 7.1 standard, with its PCIe Gen3 x1 interface and NVMe protocol, delivers read/write efficiency 2.7 times that of UHS-II microSD cards,[1] emerging as the key to unlocking this next-generation console's true potential. The ADATA Premier Extreme SD Express 7.1 microSDXC memory card incorporates the Silicon Motion SM2708 SD Express controller, which successfully validated by Switch 2 compatibility testing. Boasting industry-leading 800/700 MB/s read/write speeds, it will dramatically shorten Nintendo Switch 2 game download and installation times, accelerate the application of update packages, and enhance the smoothness of file saving and high-definition video capture – comprehensively optimizing the entire gaming journey. This allows players to fully unleash their console's capabilities without being constrained by storage bottlenecks.

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Synology today unveiled PAS7700, an active-active NVMe all-flash storage solution engineered to deliver uninterrupted, high-performance services for
mission-critical workloads.

“PAS7700 is the culmination of Synology’s 25 years of engineering expertise in data management and storage,” said Kenneth Hsu, Director of the System Group at Synology. “By combining our deep software and hardware development experience and closely collaborating with our enterprise customers and partners, we’ve engineered PAS7700 to deliver ultra-high performance at a price point previously unseen in the enterprise storage
market.”

Combining dual-controllers with 48 NVMe SSD bays in a space-efficient 4U chassis, PAS7700 scales seamlessly to 1.65 PB of raw capacity with the addition of seven expansion units. PAS7700 features comprehensive support for a range of file and block protocols including NVME-oF. With redundant memory upgradable to 2,048 GB across both controllers and support for high-speed 100GbE networking, PAS7700 delivers exceptional performance, availability, and scalability to meet enterprise storage demands.

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