Samsung unveils 990 EVO Plus SSD with PCIe 4.0 and 7,250MB/s read speeds


Samsung has announced its latest solid state drive -- the 990 EVO Plus. This SSD features PCIe 4.0 support and advanced NAND technology. Built for gamers, content creators, and business users alike, the 990 EVO Plus provides a balance of speed and efficiency.
The new SSD offers sequential read speeds of up to 7,250MB/s and write speeds of 6,300MB/s, marking a substantial 50 percent increase in performance over the previous 990 EVO model. This performance boost is powered by Samsung’s 8th-generation V-NAND technology and a 5-nanometer controller. The innovative nickel-coated heat shield helps keep the SSD cool, improving power efficiency by 73 percent compared to its predecessor.
Western Digital launches SanDisk Desk Drive


Western Digital has launched the SanDisk Desk Drive, the latest addition tonits portfolio of external desktop SSDs. This new storage device is designed to accommodate the expansive data needs of digital creators and professionals managing large volumes of content.
The introduction of the SanDisk Desk Drive is a response to increasing demands for robust storage solutions capable of handling the burgeoning production of digital content. Susan Park, Vice President of Consumer Solutions at Western Digital, discussed the expansion, stating, "As the volume of digital content grows, there is a heightened need for storage solutions that can offer both higher capacity and performance."