Western Digital’s Pokémon-themed SD cards are adorable options to expand Nintendo Switch memory

Nintendo Switch owners who love playing Pokémon on their portable device and like to keep their gaming library non-exhaustive, have the perfect match to expand the available memory. SanDisk has revealed the officially licensed Pokémon microSD cards.

This is not the first time Western Digital-owned brand has collaborated with big names in the gaming niche. Previously they’ve created Fortnite, Super Mario, Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, Apex Legends and Yoshi-themed microSD cards. These limited edition versions do cost more than the regular SD cards with the same specification, but still, if you like to go with the theme it’s worth spending a few extra dollars.

Designer: Western Digital

The Pokémon-themed SanDisk microSD cards are specifically designed for the Nintendo Switch but you can use them for other compatible gadgets that require the mentioned read/write speeds. There are three different capacity variants, each one having 100MB/s read speed and up to 90MB/s write speed. The options for the 151 Pokémon come in neon yellow colored Pikachu with c capacity, Gengar ghost in a deep purple hue that offers 512GB and the blue-colored 1TB Snorlax card with a smile.

According to Susan Park, Vice President, Consumer Products & Strategic Partnerships, at Western Digital, “For more than 28 years, the Pokémon brand has captured and continues to capture the hearts and minds of gamers and fans globally. Together we are helping fans get the most out of their gaming experience.”

If you want to grab these cute Pokémon themed SanDisk microSD cards you’ll have to purchase them ASAP from the Western Digital website as they’ll be soon out of stock. The 1GB Snorlax memory card is priced at $130, Gengar version comes for 512GB and the 256GB Pikachu microSD card will set you back $33. For now, only the Snorlax variant is available on Amazon. Just for comparison a 1.5TB SanDisk microSD card can be bought for around $110 with a respectable discount. Also, the 1TB SanDisk variant comes for $85.

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Orico and Western Digital’s Mac Studio-shaped device offers up to 112 Terabytes of High-Speed Storage

We’re living in a time where entertainment is at a point of evolution. Blu-Ray came and went, as did 3D content… but we’re fast approaching a future where spatial content may just become the norm. Videos today are shot in 4K and 8K, and videos in the future could be shot in spatial reality too, covering a 360° FoV. This means post-production teams will work with heavier file sizes and will need more than just an SSD attached to their iMac or Mac Pros. That’s where the Orico Data Matrix comes in. A hybrid storage solution that can provide anywhere between 5 and 112 terabytes of storage, the Orico Data Matrix lets you work with large files while offering write speeds of up to 1500Mb/s for CFexpress cards, or transfer speeds of a whopping 40Gb/s using Thunderbolt. The $699 device is absolutely perfect for video editing, post-production, and even animation, allowing you to speed up your workflow, no matter how heavy your files are!

Designer: Orico Tech

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The Data Matrix’s design clearly evokes a sleek, Apple-inspired sense of minimalism. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s exactly the same width and length as the Mac Mini or Mac Studio. The exterior is all anodized aluminum, while the interior sees the use of low-speed WD RED™ hard drives, combined with a large cache, anti-vibration mounting, and magnetic levitation fans, ensuring a quiet and efficient operation. This feature is particularly beneficial for creative professionals who often work during late hours and require a noise-free environment to maintain concentration and productivity. Its table-friendly design sits seamlessly on your desk alongside your other work peripherals, and if you’re relying on a Mac Mini/Studio or a Mac Pro, it helps to have all those ports accessible for cables.

The Data Matrix supports multiple I/O ports, including Thunderbolt 3, USB 3.1, and HDMI, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices and peripherals. This flexibility allows users to connect external hard drives, 4K displays, card readers, and other essential equipment seamlessly. The device also supports up to five daisy-chained devices, enabling users to expand their setup without compromising performance. This robust connectivity ensures that the Data Matrix can integrate smoothly into any professional workflow. Working with large file-sizes can often dramatically slow down your flow and pace too – but 1,500Mb/s writing and 3,000Mb/s reading speeds for the CFexpress cards, and overall 40Gb/s transfer speeds from the WD drives, allowing you to comfortably edit 8K videos in a jiffy.

The ORICO Data Matrix is available in various storage capacities, ranging from 5TB to 112TB, catering to different project sizes and requirements. This flexibility makes it a versatile solution for various professional needs, from small-scale projects to extensive, high-capacity demands. The system also supports up to five daisy-chained devices, allowing users to connect additional hard drives, 4K displays, card readers, and other peripherals, further enhancing its versatility and adaptability.

RAID stacking capabilities further enhance the reliability and security of the ORICO Data Matrix. With various RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD, and Normal, users can choose the setup that best suits their needs. These configurations provide a balance between performance and redundancy, safeguarding valuable data against potential loss. The hardware-level RAID stacking ensures that data integrity is maintained, offering peace of mind to creative professionals who rely on secure storage for their work.

The ORICO Data Matrix is available in various storage capacities, ranging from 5TB to 112TB, catering to different project sizes and requirements. This flexibility makes it a versatile solution for various professional needs, from small-scale projects to extensive, high-capacity demands. The system also supports up to five daisy-chained devices, allowing users to connect additional hard drives, 4K displays, card readers, and other peripherals, further enhancing its versatility and adaptability. The 1-bay 5Tb variant starts at $699 and is perfect for agile teams and smaller studios, while the highest configuration (5-bay 112Tb) goes up to a whopping $4999 – but that’s almost entirely for larger organizations and global production offices.

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