This Windows 11 update could seriously boost your SSD
The latest Windows 11 preview path could help address issues where SSD drives weren't performing at their peak.
This new TeamGroup SSD is one of the fastest drives ever
TeamGroup has just teased the upcoming launch of a new PCIe 5.0 gaming SSD, the T-Force Cardea. The SSD offers unprecedented read and write speeds.
Micron’s new tiny 2TB SSD is bad news for laptop HDDs
Micron has announced the 2400 SSD, the world’s 2TB 22x30mm SSD, which could potentially signal the arrival of a budget HDD killer.
UltraRAM may one day be able to combine storage and memory into one
The idea of combining memory and storage into one device has been around for a long time, but recently, researchers found a way to make UltraRAM a reality.
This SSD is one of the fastest we’ve seen, but you probably can’t use it
With the impending arrival of the PCIe 5.0 standard, and with CES around the corner, one company has teased its first PCIe Gen 5-powered M.2 SSDs.
How to partition a hard drive
If you don't want all your files in one place, but only have a single hard drive to work with, never fear -- you can just partition it! Here's how.
This new M.2 SSD cooler lowers temperatures by up to 25 degrees Celsius
Some of the most powerful SSDs tend to heat up quite a lot, but ElecGear seems to have found a solution with this M.2 SSD cooler.
Windows 11 may be slowing NVMe SSD speeds for many users
Several reports suggest that Windows 11 may be crippling the performance of NVMe SSDs. Comparisons show noticeable dips in read and write speeds.
This is the world’s fastest, highest-capacity PCIe SSD ever made
OWC has announced the launch of the Accelsior 8M2 SSD. With its features, it becomes the world’s fastest and highest-capacity PCIe SSD available on the market.
Best SSDs for PS5
Sony's PS5 offers full support for an additional internal SSD for greater console storage capacity. These are the best solid-state drives for the PS5.
PCI Express 6.0 claimed to be four times faster than the current version
While PCIe 5.0 has not yet been released, the next generation is already in the works -- and it is likely to offer speeds of up to 128GB/s.
The best M.2 solid-state drives
Interested in upgrading to the latest SSD storage? M.2 SSDs are among the best options, especially in gaming PCs and laptops. Here are the best current picks.
This SSD looks like a graphics card, and it comes with 32TB of storage
Gigabyte unveiled the world's fastest consumer SSD, which comes with 32TB of storage and a beefy cooler that makes it look like a graphics card.
The largest flash drives currently available
Need to transfer files or take them with you on trips? Here are some of the largest flash drives around so you're not lugging around bulky external drives.
Claiming to be the world’s fastest, this SSD just raised over $1.2 million
Gigadrive hopes to revolutionize the SSD market with its fast external Thunderbolt 4 connected drive, which boasts speeds nearly as fast as internal SSDs.
SSD vs. HDD: What’s the difference, and which drive type is best?
What's the difference between SSD vs. HDD? What kind of drive is right for you is going to depend on your situation, but we'd suggest you get at least one SSD.
A new supply shortage is now hitting SSDs and hard drives
After shortages of CPUs and GPUs, the upcoming Chia cryptocurrency could be to blame for an imminent shortage of SSDs, adding to gamers' woes.
Turbocharge your laptop by installing an SSD yourself
Upgrading your laptop to a solid-state drive is a great way to improve performance. All you need is a screwdriver and a new SSD, along with a little spare time.
What is an SSD?
Solid state drives (SSDs) are incredible inventions for computing in the 21st century. What are SSDs, and why are they different from traditional hard drives?
How to clone a hard drive on MacOS and Windows
Cloning a hard drive is a great way to get your PC back up and running. Whether you're on Windows or MacOS, follow these steps and get back to work and play.
Glitches could make SSDs on new M1 Macs die early
Faulty behavior on the solid-state drives of Apple's newest Macs powered by the company's M1 chipset could lead to SSDs that fail in just two years.
How to defrag your computer
Defragging your computer reorganizes the drive so the operating system can load programs and files faster. This guide shows you how in just a few steps.
The best Cyber Week external hard drive deals for 2020
Here, we've rounded up all the best extended Cyber Week external hard drive deals on SSDs and HDDs that you can still score right now on the cheap.
Early Prime Day Deal: Save up to 50% on CPUs, GPUs, and SSDs at Amazon
Bulding your own PC not only gives you the ultimate customization, it can be cost-efficient too, and right now at Amazon SSDs, CPUs, and GPUs are discounted
Best SSDs for gaming
Don't sit around waiting for your favorite PC games to load. These are the best SSDs available on the market for gaming or super-fast file management.
Mystery Xbox Series X port could expand console’s storage capacity
The mystery port we've seen on leaked Xbox Series X images will reportedly be for expanding its storage space. It was previously believed it was for diagnostics.
Samsung’s new external SSD is the size of a business card
During CES 2020, Samsung is announcing an impressive-looking new T7 touch portable solid-state-drive (SSD) that is smaller than the size of a business card. The T7 Touch Portable SSD is also the first from Samsung to feature a built-in fingerprint scanner for added security and protecting your files.
Forget ray tracing. The biggest upgrade to the Xbox Series X will be storage
There's a lot of jargon floating around Microsoft's just-revealed Xbox Series X console. Sure, ray tracing is great, but it's not fun when load times seemingly last forever. The biggest feature packed into the upcoming console, in our opinion, is the solid-state drive. We explain why.
Amazon’s Cyber Monday sale cuts prices on Western Digital hard drives
If you picked up a new laptop on Black Friday, you'll likely need some storage space to transfer over photos and important documents. Well, Amazon also has your back. It's Cyber Monday sale is cutting prices on all kinds of Western Digital hard drives for the home office, gaming, photography, and more.
Save big on Samsung solid-state drives on Amazon for Black Friday, Cyber Monday
If you're looking to boost your storage space in your new laptop or want an external drive to keep your files safe, Amazon is here to help. The retailer is currently discounting all kinds of Samsung solid-state drives for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, from super spacious 4TB sizes to budget-friendly 500GB versions.
Sony’s cartridge patent may describe a custom external SSD for the PlayStation 5
Sony filed a patent in June describing what appeared to be a game cartridge design for an unannounced PlayStation-branded handheld device. Now, there’s speculation that this patent actually describes a custom external SSD for the PlayStation 5 console arriving at the end of 2020.
Microsoft Stores can’t upgrade Surface Laptop 3 SSDs — for now
Technicians in Microsoft's brick-and-mortar stores say that, for now, they cannot upgrade the SSD inside Microsoft's new Surface Laptop 3. Technicians can, however, swap out the SSD with an identical storage capacity, or transfer the SSD to a new Surface Laptop 3 replacement if the original unit fails.
Intel promises future SSDs will be more spacious and more affordable
Amid increased demand for large and more affordable solid-state drives (SSDs), Intel this week announced that is currently working on new technology that will double the data density while also offering lower costs. The company's latest offerings are expected to debut next year.
Samsung has unearthed the secret path to immortal SSDs: failing in place
Today, Samsung announced advances in its solid state drive (SSD) software engineering that hold the potential to dramatically extend the lifespan of their server-grade storage devices. For these PCIe 4.0 devices, Samsung has invented a way to detect failures in NAND chips to extend SSD write cycles.