Storage
Toshiba plans 40TB HDD launch in 2027 with 12-platter tech
Toshiba has unveiled a 12-disk stacking technology for a 40TB hard disk drive set to launch in 2027. This development aims to boost storage capacity in the HDD market. However, Seagate is targeting an even higher 44TB capacity for the same timeframe.
Synology reverses drive restrictions for 2025 NAS models
Synology has announced that its 2025 DiskStation Plus, Value, and J-series NAS devices will support non-validated third-party drives starting with DSM 7.3. This change reverses a policy that required expensive Synology-branded drives for enhanced reliability. The decision follows user feedback amid growing competition in the NAS market.
Linux kernel patches enable ext4 big block support
Recent patches to the Linux kernel introduce support for larger block sizes in the EXT4 file system, exceeding the typical 4KB page size. Submitted by contributor Matthew Wilcox, these changes aim to boost performance in storage-intensive applications by up to 30%. The development builds on prior Virtual File System modifications and follows similar updates in XFS and Btrfs.
Pocket-sized SSD delivers fast transfers and fingerprint security
A new pocket-sized SSD promises rapid data transfers of up to 450MB/s read speeds, fitting easily into a top pocket despite its limited storage capacity. The device includes fingerprint security for added protection. TechRadar highlighted these features in a recent review.