Samsung Electronics America, a world leader in advanced memory technology, today announced pre-order availability for the 8TB 9100 PRO and 9100 PRO with Heatsink. Featuring blazing fast speeds and our largest capacity, these drives are designed to deliver next-gen performance – offering the ultimate storage solution for your digital life.

“From those with heavy data workloads to high-performance gamers, we recognized a clear need for innovate memory technology to support users as they push the bounds of what’s possible in their work,” said Jim Kiczek, Vice President of Memory Product Marketing at Samsung Electronics America. “The 9100 PRO SSD establishes a new era of performance to help them achieve exactly that. With more storage, even better speeds, improved power efficiency and seamless reliability, the lineup empowers users to continue innovating without storage limitations.”

ProGrade Digital, founded with a mission to provide the highest quality professional-grade digital memory cards and workflow solutions, announces the latest addition to its SSD lineup: the 16TB PG10 External SSD. Building on the success of its USB 4.0 SSD product line, this new capacity joins existing 2TB, 4TB, and 8TB models, delivering best-in-class sustained performance in a portable, bus-powered design.

The PG10 External SSD is based on USB 4.0 technology, supporting up to 40Gb/sec with real-world read/write speeds up to 2500MB/s, and sustained write speed of 2000MB/s — with no cache throttling and no thermal throttling. The SSD also includes ProGrade’s patented magnetic base and an adhesive metal plate for secure mounting to work surfaces. A certified high-speed USB 4.0 cable is included to ensure maximum performance out of the box.

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.

To maximize the cost competitiveness of its new product, SK hynix developed a 2Tb device with double the capacity of existing solutions. To address potential performance degradation in large-capacity NAND, the company increased the number of planes, independent operation units within a chip, from 4 to 6. This enables greater parallel processing and significantly enhances simultaneous read performance.

Team Group Inc., a global leader in memory solutions, today announced the launch of its latest desktop memory module under its creator brand, T-CREATE—the T-CREATE EXPERT CKD DDR5. Debuting in a 7200MHz 2x24GB kit, the new module features Client Clock Driver (CKD) technology, serving as the driving force for intelligent content creation. By significantly improving high-frequency signal stability, it overcomes the limitations of traditional U-DIMMs under overclocked and high-load scenarios. This next-generation memory solution enhances both creative and computing workflows, providing professional creators with a reliable foundation for transforming complex processes into inspired results.

The T-CREATE EXPERT CKD DDR5 offers exceptional capacity, supporting up to 64GB per module and 256GB per kit. With XMP 3.0 one-click overclocking support, users can effortlessly unlock its full performance potential. Whether for AI training, 3D modeling, image generation, or music production, this high-performance memory is designed to handle complex, multitasking creative workflows with ease. It empowers creators to maximize both inspiration and productivity across a wide range of professional applications. Built with a 10-layer PCB, the module is engineered for optimal power and signal integrity, enhancing both power delivery stability and resistance to interference. It features a customized high-temperature resistant capacitor and a multi-vent aluminum anode alloy heat sink, which helps maintain thermal control while preserving a slim profile, making it ideal for space-conscious AI PC builds. This design strikes the perfect balance between performance and form factor.

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. With over 6000MB/s real-world peak speeds, it is Thunderbolt 5 compatible and delivered in a palm-sized, fanless form factor.

The OWC Express 1M2 80G offers users the choice between DIY “build your own” and ready-to-run solutions, both of which are easily upgradable to higher capacities and compatible with Macs, PCs, iPad Pro, Chromebooks, and Surface devices featuring Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 5, or USB4 connectivity. A solid aluminum, heatsink-like finned design ensures silent, throttle-free heat dissipation to support real-world peak speeds over 6000MB/s. The OWC Express 1M2 80G is available as a 0GB enclosure and in capacities up to 8TB.

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® Gen5 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.

The SSSTC CA8 Series complies with PCIe® 5.0 and NVMe™ 2.0, supporting ultra-high-speed data access with transfer rates up to 32 GT/s per-lane—doubling the throughput of PCIe® 4.0 interface. With SLC caching, the SSSTC CA8 Series achieves sequential read speeds of up to 14,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 12,000 MB/s, along with random performance of up to 2,000K IOPS (read) and 1,600K IOPS (write) — making it one of the fastest industrial SSDs on the market.

ADATA Technology, a global leader in memory modules and flash storage products, has announced a groundbreaking release from its high-performance gaming brand, XPG. Designed for esports elites, tech enthusiasts, and overclockers alike, the new SPECTRIX S65G RGB Gen4 Solid State Drive (SSD) brings a new level of performance and aesthetics to the global gaming market.

According to research firms, demand for RGB-enabled gaming equipment in the consumer PC market has seen steady growth in recent years, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 10% from 2019 to 2024. Over the next five years, RGB accessory shipments are projected to maintain a CAGR of 8–10%, reflecting continued momentum in personalized and visually immersive gaming setups. In response, XPG has launched the SPECTRIX S65G, combining brilliant RGB illumination with blazing-fast 6,000/5,000MB/s read/write speeds, creating the fastest RGB gaming SSD on the market. With its signature “X” design and brand spirit, it embodies the pursuit of performance and passion — ensuring your gaming rig never lacks a final, finishing touch.