Western Digital has announced the release of its latest portable HDD expansion across its WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional product lines. These new drives offer the highest storage capacity in a 2.5” portable HDD, now available in 6TB capacities.
“Expanding our portfolio with the world’s first 2.5” 6TB portable hard drive is an incredible technological achievement,” said Nitin Kachhwaha, Director of Product Management at Western Digital. This expansion aims to cater to a diverse range of users, from students to professional videographers, offering greater flexibility in a compact form factor.
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Key Product Details
WD My Passport Portable HDD
The WD My Passport line now includes a 6TB model, offering adventurers and everyday users ample space to store and back up their digital memories. The My Passport Ultra™ drive features USB-C™ technology, a sleek metal design, and password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption. Available in various colours, it provides a reliable and stylish storage solution. The 6TB WD My Passport Ultra retails for £199.99 / $199.99, while the 6TB WD My Passport Ultra for Mac retails for £204.99 / $199.99. The standard 6TB WD My Passport for Mac is priced at £165.99 / $199.99, and the 6TB WD My Passport with USB-C is available for £162.99 / $184.99.
WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive
Aimed at gamers, the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive is designed to enhance gaming performance by providing additional storage for consoles or PCs. The 6TB capacity can store up to 150 games, ensuring gamers no longer need to compromise on which titles to keep. The 6TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive is priced at £170.99 / $184.99 and is available through select Western Digital retailers, e-tailers, and the Western Digital Store.
SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE ArmorATD
The SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE ArmorATD is built for durability with shock, IP54 rain and dust, and crush resistance, making it ideal for outdoor and studio use. It offers a portable way to back up photos, videos, and other files with ease. The 6TB SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE ArmorATD retails for £225.99 / $229.99 and will be available by the end of the month through select Western Digital retailers, e-tailers, and the Western Digital Store.
Western Digital’s latest expansion solidifies its commitment to providing innovative storage solutions, catering to a wide range of users from adventurers and students to gamers and professional videographers. With the introduction of the world’s first 2.5” 6TB portable hard drives, Western Digital continues to push the boundaries of storage technology.
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