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Apple's 256GB SSD in the MacBook Neo can be swapped out for 1TB one with skill and with an iPhone component. You probably don't want to do it.

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Expect to pay 16-inch MacBook Pro money for an iPhone Fold with 1TB storage

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New Transcend MagSafe SSD expands iPhone file storage options

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Hyperdrive USB4 SSD Enclosure review: Secure and speedy external storage

The Next is an easy-to-use, protective, and efficient enclosure that will bring out the best in your external SSD.

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Western Digital launches massive 26TB drives for pros & NAS users

The demand for storage just got a major upgrade as Western Digital unveiled new high-capacity HDDs built for creative professionals and NAS environments.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 5

Apple finally accepts that 64GB is inadequate for iPhones and iPads

For eight years, Apple has sold iPhones starting at 64GB to hit a price point, but Apple Intelligence has made it accept what we all knew already — 128GB is the real minimum.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 12

Ultimate guide on how to use an external SSD as a working drive on macOS Sequoia

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William Gallagher 1 year ago 17

Dockcase 7-in-1 USB-C Hub with SSD Enclosure review: Best of both worlds

Dockcase has combined its USB-C hub and SSD enclosure prowess to make a formidable all-in-one USB-C accessory.

Thomas Sibilly 1 year ago 2

Orico 20Plus MagPro iPhone SSD review: Good hardware, iOS Files app is still terrible

The Orico 20Plus MagPro Magnetic iPhone Portable SSD is a speedy-enough SSD for your iPhone, that is let down by the incredibly sorry state of Apple's Files app.

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LaCie leverages Thunderbolt 5 with Rugged SSD Pro5 for creative pros at CES 2025

Prolific computer storage maker LaCie has released its latest portable drive during CES 2025, debuting the Rugged SSD Pro5 with support for Thunderbolt 5.

Andrew O'Hara 1 year ago 3

Customize your iPhone video studio with ShiftCam's SnapSeries SSD & lights

ShiftCam has introduced Planck at CES 2025, the smallest SSD ever made, designed to offer fast, portable storage for iPhone videographers.

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Dockcase MagSafe SSD Enclosure review: Small and nimble storage on the go

This MagSafe SSD enclosure helps bring your storage wherever you are and connect to any of your devices.

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Hack upgrades Mac Studio internal SSD for less than half of Apple's prices

All it takes is cracking open your Mac Studio and voiding your warranty, but it's been proven that you can upgrade to 8TB SSD for less than half what Apple charges.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 22

Lexar Professional Go Portable SSD with Hub review: an iPhone video dream

The Lexar Professional Go Portable SSD with Hub could be the external recording solution that content creators have been looking for.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 1

Oyen Digital U34 Bolt SSD review - Enormous drive speed in a rugged package

Apple's SSD prices are pretty high for what you get, so there's a big market for external drives. If you need a massive external SSD, the Oyen Digital U34 Bolt is price-leading and speedy to boot.

Mike Wuerthele 1 year ago 2

Best external SSD for Mac

If you're short on storage in your MacBook Pro, you should add more capacity by buying one of these portable external SSDs.

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