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SanDisk unveils its fastest portable SSD lineup, led by a 4,000 MB/s PRO option
technology1 month ago

SanDisk unveils its fastest portable SSD lineup, led by a 4,000 MB/s PRO option

SanDisk announced its fastest portable SSD lineup, headlined by the Extreme PRO Portable SSD with up to 4000 MB/s read and 3800 MB/s write (likely USB4), available in 2TB, 4TB and 8TB with IP65 protection and 3-meter drop resistance; a mid-range Extreme Portable SSD tops out at 2000 MB/s with 1–4TB options, and an entry-level SanDisk Portable SSD offers up to 1000 MB/s (USB 3.2 Gen 2). All are slated for the second half of 2026, with pricing including 1TB Extreme Portable at $259.99, 2TB at $459.99, and 4TB at $919.99 (and a 500GB option later).

"Microsoft Explores Windows 11 USB 80Gbps Support and Copilot Integration on Login"
technology2 years ago

"Microsoft Explores Windows 11 USB 80Gbps Support and Copilot Integration on Login"

Microsoft is testing USB4 Version 2.0 support in Windows 11, enabling transfer speeds of up to 80 Gbps, initially launching on select devices based on Intel Core 14th Gen HX-series mobile processors. The company is also testing a new Windows Copilot option to automatically open on login for widescreen devices, and has released ISO images for the dev build. Additionally, there are updated Windows share dialog improvements rolling out to Windows Insiders.

"ASRock B650E Taichi Lite: A Comprehensive Review"
technology2 years ago

"ASRock B650E Taichi Lite: A Comprehensive Review"

The ASRock B650E Taichi Lite is a midrange AMD AM5 motherboard that offers flagship-class features such as robust power delivery, a premium audio solution, and a dozen USB ports on the rear I/O panel, including a 40Gbps USB4 Type-C port. While it sacrifices the signature aesthetics of the Taichi line, it provides high-end features and overclocking potential at a more affordable price. With its powerful VRMs, support for AMD Ryzen AM5 processors, and DDR5-6600+ memory, it offers excellent performance. The motherboard also features multiple M.2 storage slots, a reinforced PCIe slot for graphics cards, and a high-quality audio section. Overall, the ASRock B650E Taichi Lite is a well-equipped option for AMD Ryzen 7000 builders looking for premium hardware at a midrange price.

technology2 years ago

Linux 6.5 and 6.6 Updates: USB4, WiFi 7, Performance Fixes, and Rust Toolchain Upgrade

The Linux 6.5 kernel is set to be released with several exciting additions for Intel and AMD Linux users, including defaulting to AMD P-State EPP for improved performance and power efficiency, support for Ryzen 7000 series EDAC, enhanced load balancing for Intel Core hybrid CPUs, preparations for future Intel Lunar Lake processors, AMD FreeSync Video support enabled by default, USB4 v2 and WiFi 7 enablement, and various improvements for gaming controllers.

technology3 years ago

"Windows 11: Insider Preview Builds and Updates Hint at Future Changes"

Microsoft has released the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23419, which includes improvements to system startup, a new settings page for USB4 devices, and modifications to the task manager to allow real-time collection and capture of kernel memory files. These enhancements can significantly improve system performance and provide users with an enhanced experience when working with USB4 devices.