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technology1 year ago

"The Decline of USB Memory Sticks: Uncovering Faulty Components"

A study by a German data recovery firm revealed that many cheap USB sticks contain rejected NAND chips from reputable manufacturers, with their logos removed or obscured, and some even contain microSD cards scrubbed of identifiers and fused onto a USB interface board. The report highlights the lower reliability and capacity of these devices, cautioning against using them for important data storage. The market for affordable storage has become messy, with instances of misrepresented capacities and subpar performance, emphasizing the need for caution and proper storage practices when using USB sticks.

via Ars Technica|
#data-storage#microsd-cards#nand-chips
technology1 year ago

"Rising Concerns Over Declining Quality of USB Sticks and MicroSD Cards"

A report from German data recovery company CBL reveals a decline in the quality of USB sticks and microSD cards, with reduced capacity and the removal of manufacturers' logos. The use of NAND chips with decreased reliability and endurance, as well as questionable components, has contributed to this decline. The report warns against relying too much on the reliability of flash memory and advises caution when choosing storage devices, especially when encountering offers that seem too good to be true.

via Slashdot|
#data-storage#microsd-cards#nand-chips
technology1 year ago

"Rising Concerns Over Declining Quality of USB Sticks and MicroSD Cards"

A report from German data recovery company CBL reveals a decline in the quality of USB sticks and microSD cards, with more devices using NAND chips with reduced capacity and missing manufacturer logos. Some USB sticks are found to have microSD cards soldered onto the board, and technological advancements have led to decreased endurance and retention in these components. The report warns against relying too much on the reliability of flash memory and advises caution when choosing storage devices due to the prevalence of inferior-quality components and fake products in the market.

via TechSpot|
#data-storage#microsd-cards#nand-chips