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Apple Reverses Course on Mac Mini Storage, Soldering SSDs in M6 and M5 Pro Models
technology17 days ago

Apple Reverses Course on Mac Mini Storage, Soldering SSDs in M6 and M5 Pro Models

Apple’s new Mac mini models featuring the M6 and M5 Pro chips have reverted to soldered NAND storage, eliminating the removable SSD option available in the previous M4 generation. This change prevents users from installing aftermarket storage upgrades, a practice that was possible with the M4 model. Additionally, the 256GB configurations now use a single NAND chip rather than a pair, resulting in significantly slower read and write speeds compared to 512GB or larger models. While the Mac Studio retains replaceable SSD modules, the Mac mini’s storage is now permanently fixed at purchase, mirroring the design of earlier M1 and M2 models.

via MacRumors|
#apple#hardware#m6-chip
Samsung 990 PRO Gen4 2TB Slashed 40% on Amazon, Boosts NVMe Performance
deals23 days ago

Samsung 990 PRO Gen4 2TB Slashed 40% on Amazon, Boosts NVMe Performance

Samsung’s 990 PRO Gen4 2TB SSD is on sale on Amazon for $385 (40% off the usual $640), with the 1TB and 4TB variants discounted as well. The Gen4 drive delivers fast speeds and Samsung claims about a 55% improvement in random performance over the 980 Pro, aided by Samsung Magician software for health monitoring and performance optimization, plus solid thermal management for stable long-term use.

via Kotaku|
#990-pro-gen4#amazon#deals
Mac Studio PCIe Confusion: Apple’s Slip Looks Like PCIe 5.0 After All
technology1 month ago

Mac Studio PCIe Confusion: Apple’s Slip Looks Like PCIe 5.0 After All

MacRumors reports that Apple’s Mac Studio press release briefly claimed PCIe Gen 6 SSD architecture, but the PCIe 6.0 detail was removed shortly after publication. The release still touts a next‑generation SSD design with up to 2x faster speeds, but the article argues the Mac Studio likely uses PCIe 5.0, matching the PCIe 5.0 SSDs in the M5 Max MacBook Pro and noting there are no consumer PCIe 6.0 SSDs yet; Apple has not commented.

via MacRumors|
#apple#mac-studio#pcie-50
Samsung 990 PRO 2TB SSD Lands Steep Amazon Discount
deals1 month ago

Samsung 990 PRO 2TB SSD Lands Steep Amazon Discount

Samsung’s 990 PRO 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD is on sale at Amazon for about 39% off, dropping from $640 to $390. It delivers up to 7,450 MB/s read and 6,900 MB/s write, 1,200 TBW endurance and a 5-year warranty, with notably improved random performance and efficiency versus the 980 PRO. The 2TB size hits a sweet spot for high-end gaming or workstation use, and a 4TB option exists; it uses the standard M.2 2280 form factor.

via Gizmodo|
#amazon-deal#deals#pcie-40
Four-Year NAND Shortage to Keep SSD Prices Rising, Phison Warns
technology1 month ago

Four-Year NAND Shortage to Keep SSD Prices Rising, Phison Warns

Phison Electronics warns that NAND production cannot meet demand for about four years, signaling persistent SSD price increases as AI/data-center demand grows. The company is building a strategic inventory for enterprise SSDs and AI workloads, but ramping new NAND capacity is a long process—potentially four years per NAND makers—leading Phison to shift toward AI storage and platforms under its Phison 3.0 plan.

via Wccftech|
#ai-storage#memory-demand#nand
Sharge Disk Pro 2: the pocket USB-C dock that doubles as an SSD, Switch 2-friendly
gadgets2 months ago

Sharge Disk Pro 2: the pocket USB-C dock that doubles as an SSD, Switch 2-friendly

The Verge’s hands-on with the Sharge Disk Pro 2 praises a compact USB-C hub that doubles as a 4K HDMI dock and supports up to 8TB M.2 SSDs, plus SD/microSD readers, USB-A, and 80W USB‑C PD — effectively turning a laptop, phone, or Switch into a multi‑display, multi‑storage setup. It uses built‑in magnets to attach to devices, has a detachable cable, and improved airflow, but the Ultra model’s low power draw (3W to the SSD) can cause shutdown under big transfers or ProRes recording unless you add external power; Nintendo Switch 2 docking also needs a strong charger. Still, it’s the first Sharge drive I’d actually carry in my bag.

via The Verge|
#gadgets#hdmi#ssd
PS6 BOM Reaches $960, Sparking Talk of a Near-$1,000 Launch Price
technology3 months ago

PS6 BOM Reaches $960, Sparking Talk of a Near-$1,000 Launch Price

Insider Gaming reports the PlayStation 6’s BOM sits around $960, up $200 since March 2026, with RAM and SSD prices likely to rise further due to AI demand. If this trend continues, the BOM could top $1,000 and push the final launch price above $1,000 (rumors suggest a $999 price tag, while production costs could reach $1,400–$1,500 by a 2027 release). The leak comes from Kepler_K2, a source with a track record of accurate hardware disclosures.

via Insider Gaming|
#bom#console-cost#playstation-6
Prime Day Storage Bonanza: Deep Discounts on SSDs and HDDs From Top Brands
technology3 months ago

Prime Day Storage Bonanza: Deep Discounts on SSDs and HDDs From Top Brands

Amazon Prime Day is delivering deep discounts on SSDs and hard drives from brands like Seagate, Lexar, Western Digital, Netac, Samsung, and UGREEN, with a range of portable and internal drives and enclosures. Highlights include Seagate’s 2TB Xbox Expansion Card at $259.99, Lexar 2TB Go SSD at $229.99, WD Elements 5TB at $196.99, WD My Passport SSD 1TB at $184.99, Netac 512GB Extreme Portable SSD at $80.31, Samsung T9 4TB at $769.95, Samsung T7 2TB at $373.62, and UGREEN 1TB portable SSD at $180.49, among others, with more editor-vetted Prime Day deals rolling out as the event continues.

via PCMag|
#deals#hdd#prime-day
Prime Day Storage Blowout: Deep Discounts on External SSDs, HDDs
technology3 months ago

Prime Day Storage Blowout: Deep Discounts on External SSDs, HDDs

Prime Day is delivering deep discounts on SSDs and HDDs from brands like Samsung, Seagate, WD, Lexar, Netac, and more, with highlights including the Seagate 2TB Xbox Expansion Card, Lexar Pro Go 2TB, WD Elements 5TB, WD My Passport SSD 1TB, and Samsung T9/T7 portable SSDs. Deals cover portable drives, enclosures, and rugged options with fast USB-C interfaces and warranties; editor-selected deals will be updated throughout Prime Day.

via PCMag|
#deals#hdd#note-extra-tag-not-counted
Prime Day Sparks Broad SSD Savings, From Budget Drives to High-End NVMe Upgrades
technology3 months ago

Prime Day Sparks Broad SSD Savings, From Budget Drives to High-End NVMe Upgrades

CNET curates the best Prime Day SSD deals, spanning budget around $50 to premium NVMe options (e.g., Samsung 990 Pro) and portable drives, touting fast speeds and built‑in heatsinks. The piece notes ongoing chip shortages pushing SSD prices up, but Prime Day is expected to bring discounts, and it advises shoppers to weigh waiting for big deals in other categories while keeping an eye on SSD bargains during the event (June 23–26).

via CNET|
#deals#nvme#prime-day
SanDisk’s 8TB PS5 SSD costs the price of three PS5 Pros
tech3 months ago

SanDisk’s 8TB PS5 SSD costs the price of three PS5 Pros

SanDisk has unveiled the Optimus GX PRO 850P NVMe PS5 SSD in 1TB–8TB sizes, with the flagship 8TB model priced at $2,959.99 (discounted from $3,699.99). That’s more than the combined cost of three PS5 Pros, underscoring the ongoing global memory shortage and skyrocketing SSD prices. The 4TB and 2TB options run $1,499.99 and $759.99, respectively. The drive features a PS5/PS5 Pro-optimized heatsink and is pitched as a premium upgrade, with WD’s similar-spec SSD currently cheaper, highlighting how supply constraints are inflating costs even as some retailers note AI-driven pricing effects in gaming.

via The Verge|
#memory-shortage#price#ps5
SanDisk's 8TB PS5 SSD Hits $2,960 Amid Ongoing Flash-Price Spike
technology3 months ago

SanDisk's 8TB PS5 SSD Hits $2,960 Amid Ongoing Flash-Price Spike

SanDisk unveils the Optimus GX Pro 850P line for PlayStation 5 with up to 8TB of PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage priced at $2,960 after a discount, underscoring the broader surge in flash memory costs. Smaller capacities sit at similarly steep prices, and a non-PS5-licensed 850X option is offered at about $2,650. The company also introduced a 7100X model for the ROG Xbox Ally X, but these are essentially standard PCIe 4.0 SSDs marketed with licensing and extra perks. The overall takeaway is that ultra-high-capacity PS5 SSDs remain prohibitively expensive, though discounts may appear in the future as prices normalize.

via Digital Foundry|
#nvme#pricing#ps5
Prime Day 2026 Tech Extravaganza: PCMag Highlights Early Deals Ahead of Amazon’s Sale
technology4 months ago

Prime Day 2026 Tech Extravaganza: PCMag Highlights Early Deals Ahead of Amazon’s Sale

PCMag previews Amazon Prime Day 2026, noting a four‑day sale running June 23–26 with many early deals already live. The site will curate the best tech discounts across categories like headphones, speakers, soundbars, home security, TVs, smartphones, and SSDs, providing ongoing updates and buying guidance to help shoppers separate genuine bargains from the noise.

via PCMag|
#amazon#headphones#prime-day-2026