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technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Mac Mini M4 SSDs: Speed Boost and Upgrade Surprises

The new Mac mini M4 has received positive reviews, but its internal storage options are criticized for being overpriced compared to market alternatives. Starting at 256GB, upgrading to higher capacities significantly increases the cost, prompting users to consider external SSDs for better value. Despite claims of superior speed, the Mac mini M4's SSD performance is slower than expected, especially compared to Thunderbolt 4 options. While the device's storage chips are theoretically upgradeable, practical challenges and Apple's proprietary designs complicate DIY upgrades. Users are calling for more affordable and flexible storage solutions, like M.2 slots.

via Jason Deegan|

#apple #macminim4 #ssds

technology2 years ago•16 min saved

"Score the Best Cyber Monday Tech Deals: PC Gaming, Laptops, and More!"

The best Cyber Monday PC gaming deals for 2023 include discounts on SSDs, graphics cards, gaming monitors, gaming mice, gaming keyboards, gaming headsets, CPUs, RAM, gaming PCs, and gaming laptops. Some notable deals include the WD Black SN850X 1TB SSD for £65, the Logitech G502 Hero gaming mouse for £27, the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless gaming headset for £129, the Gigabyte Aorus 15X gaming laptop for $1480, and the Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Twin Edge graphics card for $515.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#cyber-monday #deals #hardware

technology2 years ago•0 min saved

"Unbeatable Black Friday Savings on SSDs, microSD cards, and PC storage"

The article highlights the best Black Friday deals on SSDs, microSD cards, and PC storage, providing savings for tech enthusiasts looking to upgrade their devices.

via Engadget|

#black-friday #microsd-cards #pc-storage

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unbeatable Black Friday 2023 Deals: Massive Discounts on Top SSDs for PS5 and PC Upgrades"

IGN has compiled a list of the best Black Friday deals on SSDs, including options for PS5, handheld gaming PCs, and portable storage. Some notable deals include the Nextorage 2TB PS5 SSD with heatsink for $99.99, the WD - BLACK SN770M 2TB Internal SSD for $169.99, and the Crucial X8 4TB Portable SSD for $159.99. Additionally, they provide a list of the best deals on M.2 SSDs and portable/SATA SSDs.

via IGN|

#black-friday #deals #gaming

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Corsair Unveils MP700 Pro SSDs with Impressive Cooling Options

Corsair has released the MP700 Pro-series solid-state drives, featuring a PCIe 5.0 x4 interface and sequential read speeds of up to 12.4 GB/s. The high-end drives offer three cooling options, including active air cooling, liquid cooling, and a waterblock for custom-built liquid cooling. With faster NAND memory, the MP700 Pro drives provide increased performance compared to their predecessors, with higher sequential read and write speeds and comparable random read and write speeds to enterprise-grade SSDs. The drives are currently available in 1 TB and 2 TB configurations, with 4 TB versions coming in the future.

via AnandTech|

#cooling-options #corsair #mp700-pro

shopping-deals2 years ago•10 min saved

"Unbeatable Black Friday Deals: PS5 Slim, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch OLED, and More!"

IGN has compiled a list of Black Friday deals, including discounts on gaming consoles such as the PS5 Slim, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch OLED, as well as accessories like the PS5 DualSense controllers. There are also deals on 4K TVs, including the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor, and SSDs like the Samsung 990 PRO. Additionally, there are discounts on gaming chairs, LEGO sets, and electric standing desks.

via IGN|

#4k-tvs #black-friday #gaming-consoles

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Windows 11's Default Encryption Drastically Slows Down SSDs

The default software-based BitLocker encryption enabled on pre-built Windows 11 Pro PCs, such as laptops and notebooks, is significantly impacting the performance of SSDs, with the impact reaching up to 45%. OEMs like Dell, HP, and Lenovo confirmed that they ship systems with software-based encryption unless a user orders an SSD with hardware-based encryption. The performance hit is particularly noticeable in random reads and writes, with a 46% slowdown in random writes compared to hardware encryption and a 43% slowdown compared to no encryption. Users can check if BitLocker is enabled by running a command prompt or checking the Disk Management console.

via Neowin|

#bitlocker #microsoft #performance

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Samsung Unveils 4TB Upgrade for 990 Pro SSD

Samsung is set to release a 4TB version of its 990 Pro SSD this fall, expanding its retail lineup which previously only included 1TB and 2TB models. The 4TB SSD offers blazing-fast storage with up to 7,450 MB/s sequential read speed and up to 6,900 MB/s sequential write speed. It also achieves 1,400,000 IOPS for reads and 1,550,000 IOPS for writes. The drive will come in two versions, one with a graphene heat spreader for laptops and another with a larger aluminum heatsink for consistent performance under high loads. Pricing has not been disclosed, but it is expected to be in line with market realities.

via AnandTech|

#3d-tlc #990-pro #samsung

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

WD's SanDisk SSDs under fire: unanswered questions, lawsuits, and data safety concerns

Western Digital has been unresponsive to questions regarding its self-wiping SanDisk Extreme SSDs, which have been causing significant data loss for customers. Despite multiple reports and inquiries, the company continues to sell these drives due to discounts, fake Amazon reviews, and search engine issues. Western Digital's head of PR, Robin Schultz, has refused to answer any questions and provided a vague statement without acknowledging the issue or offering a timeline for resolution. The company is now facing three class-action lawsuits over the failures of these SSDs.

via The Verge|

#data-loss #lawsuit #sandisk

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

Lawsuits Mount Against Western Digital Over Faulty SanDisk SSDs

Western Digital is facing multiple lawsuits over its SanDisk Extreme series and My Passport portable SSDs, with customers claiming that the drives are wiping data and becoming unmountable. The lawsuits seek class-action certification and restitution for lost data, as well as a halt to the sale of affected drives until the issues are fixed or fully disclosed. Western Digital released a firmware update in May but did not address customer complaints of lost data. The company has not commented on the pending litigation.

via Ars Technica|

#data-loss #lawsuits #sandisk

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

Lawsuit Alleges Western Digital's SanDisk SSDs Compromise Data Safety

Western Digital is facing a lawsuit over its SanDisk Extreme SSDs, which have been accused of erasing data and becoming unmountable despite a firmware fix. The lawsuit seeks class-action certification on behalf of customers who purchased affected SSDs since January 2023. The complaint alleges that Western Digital knowingly sold defective drives and engaged in misleading consumers. The lawsuit seeks compensation for damages and legal fees. Western Digital has not yet commented on the pending litigation.

via Ars Technica|

#data-loss #lawsuit #sandisk

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

Data Loss Lawsuit Targets Western Digital's SanDisk and My Passport SSDs

Western Digital is facing a lawsuit filed by a California resident who claims that the solid-state drive (SSD) he purchased from the company was defective and failed due to an undisclosed flaw. The lawsuit seeks to represent a class of customers who have experienced similar device failures or data loss, potentially numbering in the tens or hundreds of thousands. The complaint alleges that Western Digital's SanDisk and My Passport SSDs have a firmware issue that causes them to disconnect or become unreadable, resulting in data loss and rendering the drives useless. Despite firmware updates, the lawsuit claims that the underlying defect persists. Western Digital has not yet responded to the lawsuit.

via The Register|

#data-loss #firmware-issue #lawsuit

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Samsung Unveils Massive 256TB SSD for Data Centers and Petabyte-Scale Storage

Samsung has unveiled a teaser for its industry-first 256 TB solid-state drive (SSD) based on 3D QLC NAND memory, offering unprecedented storage density and reduced power consumption. The drive is targeted at hyper-scale data centers and is expected to be available in emerging ESDFF or NGSFF form factors. Samsung also announced its next-generation datacenter PM9A3a SSDs with a PCIe 5.0 x4 interface, promising significant performance improvements and enhanced power efficiency. These drives will be available in various form factors with capacities ranging from 3.84 TB to 30.72 TB in the first half of 2024.

via AnandTech|

#3d-qlc #nand #samsung

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

SanDisk Portable SSDs: Frequent Failures and Persistent Issues

Western Digital's SanDisk brand is facing widespread issues with its portable SSDs, with numerous reports of data loss and drive failures. Users have experienced failures with models such as the Extreme Portable, Extreme Pro, and Pro-G40 SSDs. Despite a firmware update released by Western Digital, the issues persist, and the company has been criticized for downplaying the severity of the problem. Many users have reported the problems on platforms like Reddit, and reviewers have stopped recommending SanDisk portable SSDs. Western Digital's silence on the matter has raised concerns, and alternative solutions from Sabrent and LaCie are being recommended instead.

via PetaPixel|

#data-loss #firmware-update #sandisk

computing2 years ago•4 min saved

The Troubling Trend of SSD Meltdowns: How to Safeguard Your Data

New PCIe 5.0 SSDs based on the Phison PS5026-E26 controller are facing overheating issues, leading to thermal shutdowns. This issue has been observed in SSDs like the Corsair MP700, Seagate FireCuda 540, Gigabyte Aorus Gen5 10000, and Adata Legend 970. These SSDs require proper cooling, and Phison has released a firmware update that addresses the problem by implementing link-state thermal throttling. Users are advised to use a heatsink and update to the latest firmware to ensure safe operation.

via Digital Trends|

#computing #firmware-update #overheating