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'World's First' encrypted 26TB hard disk debuts with diskAshur DT3 and DT2 models
By Kunal Khullar published
iStorage raises storage limits for its encrypted diskAshur DT3 and diskAshur DT2 desktop drives

Storage, storage, storage: This 20TB WD Elements external HDD + 1TB WD Black SN770 SSD bundle is an exceptional value for just $279
By Stewart Bendle published
Deals Beef up your storage capacity inside and out with this fantastic SSD and external HDD bundle for $279

Best Flash Drives 2025: Fast, Spacious, Pocketable USB Storage
By Matt Safford last updated
Today's best flash drives are faster and speedier than ever. We've tested dozens to find the best.

Best External SSDs 2025
By Matt Safford last updated
We've tested dozens of external hard drives and SSDs and chosen models that offer the best balance of performance, features and price.

The Best Cyber Monday hard drive deals include 20TB capacities at $0.02 per GB
By Stewart Bendle last updated
Whether it's a great deal on a new external HDD or more capacity for your NAS, we've got you covered this Cyber Monday with our handy HDD roundup.

Gigabyte introduces Thunderbolt 5 PCIe 4 card with up to 120 Gbps of bandwidth, support for 100W power delivery
By Christopher Harper published
Gigabyte introduces "Thunderbolts 5", a Thunderbolt 5 add-in card for PCIe 4.0 motherboards.

New Freeware Detects Fake USB Drives with Inflated Capacity
By Mark Tyson published
If you have a USB drive you suspect might not offer the capacity it was advertised as offering, ValiDrive puts it through a 576-region spot check.

SK Hynix Enters Portable SSD Market With Beetle X31
By Mark Tyson published
SK Hynix enters the consumer external SSD fray with the Beetle X31 which is cased in aluminum and offers good sustained performance.
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