Articles about mobile storage

When it comes to mobile storage, speed and reliability can be absolutely crucial -- especially if you’re a content creator. Recognizing this growing need, ADATA today unveiled a trio of new products designed specifically to keep up with the demands of creative professionals and on-the-go users. We’ve got the Premier Extreme SD 8.0 Express memory card, UE720 USB flash drive, and the EC680 M.2 SSD enclosure.

The Premier Extreme SD 8.0 Express memory card isn’t your typical memory card by any means. It’s equipped with a PCIe Gen3 x2 interface, delivering insanely fast read speeds up to 1,600MB/s and write speeds up to 1,200MB/s! Folks, that’s twice the speed of SD Express 7.0 and an astounding twelve times faster than those old-school UHS-I cards you’ve probably got lying around. Heck, it’s even faster than many external SSDs!

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Samsung today unveiled the latest versions of its EVO Select and EVO Plus microSD cards, targeting mobile devices and handheld gaming consoles. The new cards feature enhanced transfer speeds of up to 160 MB/s, marking a 23 percent improvement over their predecessors.

Jose Hernandez, Senior Director of Memory Product Marketing at Samsung, stated, “With the mobile and handheld gaming market on the rise, we aimed to accelerate data transfers on these devices with our updated EVO Select and EVO Plus lines. We also recognized the demand for larger storage options, such as a 1TB memory card, for digital files like games, video footage, and photos. With these new additions, users can enjoy ample space, swift speeds, and the durability to last for years.”

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Silicon Power is launching two new portable solid state drives with a USB flash drive form factor. Called "DS72" and "MS70," these diminutive SSDs are targeting creators and mobile professionals. They boast of fast read and write speeds courtesy of the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, which is excellent for handling large files, high-resolution media, and demanding software applications. Notably, these drives can transfer a 30-minute 4K video in under 28 seconds.

The DS72 is notable for its read and write speeds of up to 1,050MB/s and 850MB/s respectively, and its storage capacity of up to 1TB. A distinctive feature is its inclusion of both Type-A and Type-C connectors, which allows for a range of user scenarios. For example, sharing a presentation between a MacBook and a Windows laptop using the Type-C connector, or accessing files on a public computer through a Type-A port, becomes straightforward. This is a useful feature for photographers and videographers who often need to transfer high-resolution media between different devices. Mobile professionals using various devices will find the DS72 handy as it reduces the need for multiple adapters or cables.

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In a world increasingly dominated by mobile devices, the ability to manage and transfer data effortlessly across platforms is crucial. PNY's DUO LINK iOS drive absolutely rises to this challenge. With a Lightning connector tailored for iOS devices and a USB 3.2 Type-A connector for broader compatibility, the DUO LINK ensures that file transfers are not just limited to one platform.

With the DUO LINK iOS drive, gone are the days of frantically searching for storage space during a critical moment or a valuable photo op. The drive provides instant access to your media, allowing you to save precious content on the go. It elegantly removes the need to juggle multiple devices, making travel or day-to-day commuting a breeze.

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