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SanDisk's new Optimus line provides more storage options for Xbox players with its new up to 2TB expansion cards
SanDisk has unveiled its new Optimus GX C50 Storage Expansion Cards for Xbox Series X/S, offering 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities. These cards are designed to work with Xbox's Velocity Architecture and Quick Resume technology, providing an alternative to existing options from Seagate and Western Digital. Pricing starts at $109.99 for the 512GB model, with the 1TB and 2TB versions priced at $199.99 and $339.99 respectively.
Sandisk (SNDK) Q4 FY26 earnings results beat revenue & EPS expectations
Sandisk exceeded Wall Street's revenue and earnings-per-share expectations for its fourth fiscal quarter of 2026, reporting $8.97 billion in revenue and $39.25 EPS. The company's performance was driven by its Solid State Drive products and its role in providing infrastructure hardware for the AI market. Despite beating estimates, Sandisk stock saw a decline in after-hours trading.
Western Digital (WDC) Q4 2026 earnings results beat revenue and EPS expectations
Western Digital reported its fourth-quarter fiscal year 2026 earnings, exceeding revenue and EPS expectations with $3.75 billion in revenue and $3.56 per share. Despite beating financial targets and showing 44 percent year-over-year growth, the company's stock saw a decline in after-hours trading. SanDisk also released its quarterly earnings on the same day.
Chinese-made YMTC SSDs have been spotted in Lenovo's latest ThinkBook laptops, as the memory crisis continues to…
Chinese manufacturer YMTC's SSDs have been spotted in Lenovo's ThinkBook laptops, a development attributed to the ongoing memory and NAND shortage. While these SSDs may function as intended, their performance figures are reportedly below average for office laptops, suggesting manufacturers are opting for cheaper components to mitigate rising costs.
SanDisk has launched a new 8TB PS5 SSD, and its price is just as eye-watering as you'd expect
SanDisk has launched its officially licensed Optimus GX PRO 850P SSD for PlayStation 5, with an 8TB model priced at $2,959.99, significantly higher than previous comparable drives. While lower capacity options are available starting at $379.99, the high cost of the 8TB version is highlighted as being more expensive than multiple PlayStation 5 consoles.
Western Digital (WDC) Q3 FY26 earnings results beat EPS and revenue expectaitons
Digital storage company Western Digital exceeded expectations for both earnings per share and revenue in its third fiscal quarter of 2026. The company reported strong financial results, surpassing analyst predictions on both key financial metrics.
Cybersecurity expert turns cybercriminal, pleading guilty to 'conspiracy to deploy ransomware'
Three former cybersecurity professionals have pleaded guilty to deploying Blackcat/ALPHV ransomware, extorting victims for over $1.2 million in Bitcoin. One individual, while working as a ransomware negotiator, leaked confidential victim information to the attackers. The BlackCat/ALPHV group is reportedly defunct due to increased law enforcement efforts.
A Redditor tries to return a failed enterprise HDD to Toshiba, but it turns out that a replacement would take at least a…
A user reported issues with a failed enterprise Hard Disk Drive from Toshiba, which would only offer a refund of the original purchase price instead of the current, higher replacement cost. This situation highlights the rising costs of storage solutions, including SSDs due to AI industry demand, and the potential unreliability of HDDs with moving parts.
Hardware Reviews
This article provides reviews for various PC hardware components, including the ASUS ROG RYUO IV SLC 360 ARGB CPU Cooler, the MSI MEG X870E Ace Max Motherboard, and the WD_Black SN8100 4TB SSD.
RAM prices are technically dropping, but AI data centers will still keep them very high
Despite recent AI algorithm updates and market fluctuations, consumer RAM prices are not significantly dropping. Manufacturers are prioritizing business-to-business sales for AI data centers, which are experiencing surging demand and higher profit margins, leaving the consumer market as an afterthought.
Best SSD for gaming 2026
This guide reviews the best Solid State Drives (SSDs) for gaming in 2026, highlighting top picks like the WD Black SN850X for most users and the WD Black SN8100 for maximum speed. It discusses current inflated prices due to chip shortages and provides recommendations for various needs, including budget options, laptop SSDs, and external drives, while also explaining SSD technology and M.2 interfaces.
