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Chinese researchers reveal self-encrypting molecular HDD technology supporting 100TB+ capacities
By Anton Shilov published
Scientists propose to use self-assembled Ru LPH molecular coatings for next-generation hard disk drives, but there are major obstacles.

Best Hard Drives 2025: Our top HDD picks for desktop PCs, NAS, and more
By Paul Alcorn last updated
We recommend the best hard drives for every need and budget based on our extensive lab tests.

Seagate's fraudulent HDD scandal expands: IronWolf Pro hard drives reportedly also affected
By Anton Shilov published
Used Seagate's IronWolf Pro HDDs are also sold as new.

Seagate's 24TB Expansion Desktop HDD is now just $279 at Best Buy
By Stewart Bendle published
Deals Grab 24TB of desktop storage for only $279 with Seagate's Expansion External HDD.

WD's new HDMR tech to enable record-breaking 100TB+ drives
By Anton Shilov published
Western Digital unveils HDD technology roadmap: expects 100TB HAMR HDDs in 2030, then 100TB+ hard drives featuring HDMR later in the decade.

Western Digital to unveil 44TB HAMR HDDs in 2026, 100TB in 2030
By Anton Shilov published
Western Digital outlines HAMR HDD roadmap: First 36TB – 44TB drives in 2026, growing to 80TB – 100TB in 2030.

Western Digital's 5TB WD Elements Portable HDD hits an all-time low on Amazon
By Stewart Bendle published
Deals 5TB of storage is readily available with WD's portable Elements HDD for an all-time low price.

The Seagate Expansion Desktop 20TB HDD is now just $229 at Best Buy
By Ash Hill published
You can purchase the Seagate Expansion Desktop 20TB HDD for just $229 at Best Buy, one of its best prices to date.
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