The Extreme SSD from SanDisk started when they began dipping their toe into the outward facing client SSD space at the end of last year with the Ultra SSD. The Ultra was more of a proof of concept though, while it benefited from SanDisk’s home grown NAND and engineering knowhow, it was held back by

In response to the demand for ultra-thin notebook computing, the SSD industry at large has started transitioning to, or at least is offering additional SKUs, focused around the 7mm form factor. Memoright announced the FTM Slim in January, a 7mm client SSD featuring synchronous NAND, SandForce SF-2200 controller and SATA 6 Gb/s interface to deliver

iTwin has made a name for themselves with a unique and secure approach to remotely access files. The device itself is a two-part USB plug that is paired together, forming a secure bond through the computer and over the Internet between the two machines with each half of the iTwin connected. On its own, the

The Kingston SSDNow V+200 is Kingston’s latest entry in their business SSD category, designed to offer performance at a reasonable price to users within the enterprise environment. The V+200 features a SandForce processor and SATA 6Gb/s interface for the speed, and asynchronous NAND for the cost savings. The net result are drives that are reported

OCZ’s mSATA SSDs have long been used in OEM and other specialized applications. mSATA SSDs are finding a much wider audience now though, as notebook, tablet and even desktop PC vendors are finding creative ways to use the diminutive in size, but not speed, SSDs. Whether used as a boot drive, primary storage or caching

The Dell XPS 17 L702X is a desktop replacement style notebook that is powered by an Intel Core i5 or i7 processor and Nvidia dedicated graphics.  The XPS 17 L702X can be purchased and configured on Dell.com where it has a starting price of $899 for the entry level configuration.  You are able to configure

The Intel SSD 520, code name Cherryville, is the latest consumer SSD offering from Intel which breaks a tremendous amount of new ground for the company and the SSD industry at large. The big highlight is that Intel has transitioned to a SandForce processor in the SSD 520, away from the Marvell processor used in

We’ve already looked at the Intel SSD 520 a few different ways in our client SSD 520 review and enterprise SSD 520 review. Additionally though, with the superb performance and Intel’s reputation for SSD reliability, there’s potential for the SSD 520 to be offered by notebook and desktop OEMs as a performance upgrade for buyers

The Crucial m4 SSDs have been on the market nine months, and have built a good track record around mainstream value and reliability in that time. Crucial has been great about continuing to enhance their line of m4 SSDs with firmware updates, a key advantage thanks to using their own NAND and extensive engineering team. While