To deliver additional storage capacity options to PS5 and PS4 console users, Seagate Technology Holdings plc today announced its officially licensed PlayStation Game Drive External SSD. The new external SSD will further expand Seagate's popular line of storage for gamers.

The new Game Drive External SSD is officially licensed by PlayStation for PS5 and PS4 console gamers needing additional fast and large capacity storage and comes with 1TB and 2TB capacity options. For PS4 console players looking to build a massive library of readily accessible games, the drive eliminates the need to redownload files and spend time freeing up space. For PS5 console players, it's designed for gamers who are looking for additional storage for recording gameplay sessions or want to keep their collection of PS4 titles. To ensure seamless game transfers, the drive features a high-speed USB 3.2 Type-C interface. It also comes with USB-C to USB-A and USB-C to USB-C cables for easy plug-and-play use.

The sleek and stylish Game Drive External SSD complements the iconic PS5 console design and is accented by a blue LED light strip that enhances any gaming setup. The compact and lightweight SSD is also portable and requires no external power supply. With simple installation, gamers can easily bring an entire library on-the-go and play from anywhere. The new drive is backed with a three-year limited warranty and includes a two-week free trial of PlayStation® Plus Premium | Deluxe, which gives access to hundreds of games in the Game Catalog and other exclusive benefits.

Micron Technology, Inc., today announced the availability of the Crucial P310 2280 Gen4 NVMe solid-state drive (SSD), which offers two times faster performance than Gen3 SSDs and 40% faster performance than Crucial’s P3 Plus, giving gamers, students and creatives a boost in speed when they boot and use data-intensive applications. With capacities up to 2 terabytes (TB) and read and write speeds of 7,100 and 6,000 megabytes per second (MB/s) respectively3 the P310 2280 SSD enables more customers than ever to gain access to gaming performance without paying gaming prices. This launch expands Micron’s P310 portfolio to address PCs, laptops and PlayStation 5, closely following the July launch of its award-winning Crucial P310 2230 SSD, which is targeted at users of handheld gaming consoles and mini PCs.

“Micron’s Crucial P310 2280 SSD delivers blazing fast gaming-level speeds, allowing users to do it all faster — from gaming to booting Windows to running multiple creative apps at the same time — without compromising on quality,” said Jonathan Weech, senior director of product marketing for Micron’s Commercial Products Group. “Architected with our advanced 3D NAND technology and optimized to deliver the utmost power efficiency, the 2280 SSD empowers everyone from gamers to creatives to squeeze more out of their battery life when using data-rich apps.”

Silicon Power (SP) is excited to announce the release of its latest high-performance memory solution, the StudioPro CFexpress 4.0 Type-B memory card. Carefully designed to meet the needs of professional photographers, filmmakers, and content creators, this card offers unparalleled performance and reliable durability, supporting the demands of 4K and 8K video recording with extreme speeds and huge capacities up to 2TB.

PCIe Gen 4x2 Interface for Superior Performance
Equipped with an advanced PCIe Gen 4x2 interface, the StudioPro CFexpress 4.0 Type-B memory card easily manages 4K and 8K workflows with industry-leading speeds. Lightning-fast read speeds up to 3,500 MB/s and write speeds up to 3,100 MB/s ensure rapid data transfer and reduced waiting times during post-production. From high-frame-rate sports action to intricate wildlife scenes, these speeds capture smooth and uninterrupted recording, making it an essential tool for professionals seeking top-tier performance across demanding shooting environments.

Minimum Sustained Write Speeds of 1,550 MB/s
With incredibly high minimum sustained write speeds of 1,550 MB/s, the StudioPro CFexpress 4.0 Type-B memory card ensures stable performance for professional photography and video shooting. This is crucial for continuous shooting in fast-paced environments like sports or wildlife photography, where large amounts of data must be written quickly to prevent delays or interruptions. For 4K and 8K video recording, it guarantees smooth, uninterrupted footage without frame drops. Additionally, when handling large RAW files, it ensures efficient shooting, avoiding slowdowns and missed moments. This reliability is essential for professionals capturing critical, once-in-a-lifetime events.

Other World Computing (OWC), a trusted leader in delivering high-performance, secure, and sustainable technology solutions that enhance and extend the life of Macs and PCs, today announced the launch of the Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD – ready for pre-order today (shipping in October). Designed to maximize the performance of Mac and PC devices with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4 Thunderbolt 3, and USB4, this groundbreaking SSD sets a new benchmark with revolutionary speeds exceeding 6000MB/s – making it up to twice as fast as Thunderbolt 4 and USB4.

Providing unparalleled speed and versatility for professionals and enthusiasts alike, the Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD is:

• Faster than Fast - Revolutionary speed over 6000MB/s…up to 2x faster than Thunderbolt 4 and USB4.
• Machine Maximizing - Gets the most speed possible from Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, and USB4 machines.
• Ready for Anything - Easily handle daily data needs to pro-level creative projects while matching internal storage performance.
• Versatile - Works with Macs, PCs, iPad Pros, Chromebooks, and Surface devices.
• Rugged - Water-resistant, dust-resistant, and crushproof.
• Convenient - Bus-powered with built-in Thunderbolt cable.
• Silent - Fanless, heat-dissipating aluminum design.

CDRLabs has taken an in depth look at Crucial's latest Gen4 NVMe SSD, the P310. Designed for use in ultrathin laptops, mini PCs and handheld gaming consoles like the Valve Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally, this M.2 2230 form factor drive is powered by Phison's PS5027-E27T controller and is available with up to 2TB of Micron's industry-leading 232-layer QLC NAND flash. The P310 also includes features like dynamic write acceleration, adaptive thermal protection and integrated power loss immunity and is equipped with an ultra-fast PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 2.0 interface to deliver up to 7,100 MB/s read and 6,000 MB/s write speeds.

SK hynix Inc. announced today that it has developed PEB110 E1.S (PEB110), a high-performance solid-state drive (SSD) for data centers.

With the advent of the AI era, customer demand for high-performance NAND solutions such as SSDs for data centers, as well as ultra-fast DRAM chips including high bandwidth memory (HBM), is growing. In line with this trend, the company has developed and introduced a new product with improved data processing speed and power efficiency by applying the fifth-generation (Gen5) PCIe1 specifications.

SK hynix expects to meet diverse customer needs with a more robust SSD portfolio following successful mass production of PS10102 with the introduction of PEB110.

Toshiba Electronic Components Taiwan Corporation (Toshiba) announces the Mx11 family of helium-sealed high-capacity HDDs. The Mx11 family includes the MG11 Series, which provides capacities of up to 24TB using conventional magnetic recording (CMR), and the MA11 Series which offers up to 28TB capacities with shingled magnetic recording (SMR).

The new Mx11 family is designed to deliver new levels of density and power efficiency to customers tasked with controlling (or managing) operational costs while meeting the relentless demands of data growth. Built on a common architecture, both products feature a 10-disk, helium-sealed, standard 3.5-inch 7,200rpm design that leverages Toshiba's innovative flux control microwave assisted magnetic recording (FC-MAMR™) technology. Engineered for higher performance and 24/7 reliability, the Mx11 family is designed with a 1GiB buffer, a workload rating of 550TB per year, an MTTF/MTBF of 2.5 million hours, and an AFR of 0.35%.