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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
2025 International Image Culture Week Wraps Up with SmallRig Visionary Storytellers Industry Forum on the Future of Imaging
SHENZHEN, China, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2025 International Image Culture Week has successfully concluded. The event covers three main sections: 2025 Visionary Storytellers Industry Forum, SmallRig Awards Ceremony, and public image experience activities such as The Social Impact Image Pitching Sessions, Filmmaking Class. During the event, the SmallRig Visionary Storytellers Industry Forum featured over 200 global industry leaders, including representatives from Sony, Nikon, and vivo, as well as prominent filmmakers and scholars. In the forum's opening remarks, Zhou Yang, the founder and CEO of SmallRig, Leqi Innovation, emphasized the rapid evolution of the imaging scene industry. "From traditional cameras to mobile phones and emerging multi-functional gear, the diversification of image-capturing scenarios is reshaping the industry. Innovation in stability systems, lighting, and power solutions is accelerating." More Insights from the Frontlines of the Imaging Industry Roundtable: Imaging Scene Development & the Camera Industry RevivalExperts agreed that the camera industry's revival is driven not just by hardware sales but by the democratization of technology, the rise of short-form content, and synergistic ecosystems. Lightweight, versatile gear is empowering more creators to tell stories. Roundtable: Imaging Scene Development & the Bigger PictureRepresentatives from Nikon, Insta360, Lexar, and independent filmmakers explored how AI, panoramic formats, and expanded storage are driving creative frontiers. They emphasized the power of storytelling, employing innovation not only to accelerate production but also to create content that resonates emotionally, striking a perfect balance between artistic vision and practical use. Roundtable: Smartphone Imaging & Growth PotentialThe smartphone is no longer just a tool but an evolving creative ecosystem. Experts highlighted the growth of mobile imaging in AR and professional video, stressing user co-creation as a key to innovation and product refinement. Roundtable: Innovation & Persistence in Professional FilmmakingVeteran filmmakers delved into the emotional roots of cinema amid rising tech trends like HDR and virtual production. They encouraged younger creators to master light and composition, understand cinematic history, and integrate new tools with the time-honored art of storytelling. Roundtable: AIGC & Dual Imaging in Commercial PhotographyWith the rise of AI-generated content (AIGC), the commercial photography world is embracing dual modalities: still and motion. Experts urged photographers to evolve into "AI directors," using intelligent tools for ideation and streamlining workflow, yet retaining the human touch that fosters brand connection and emotional resonance. Moreover, the forum also marked the establishment of the Global Imaging Scene Research Initiative, jointly founded by Nikon, Lexar, SmallRig, and Haohan, aiming to explore the symbiotic relationship between imaging and lifestyle, and forecast the future innovations in the industry. The initiative will launch the Flick It imaging product shopping season in late 2025, the first global consumer event focused on co-created imaging scenarios. SmallRig focusing on user co-creation, platform synergy, content development, industry standards, talent growth, and academic certification for a more inclusive global imaging industry. About SmallRig Founded in 2013, SmallRig designs and builds complete accessory solutions including camera and phone rigs, battery, tripod and video light for content creation. SmallRig's accessories are widely used in live broadcasting, vlogging, professional video production, and other fields supported by over two million creators worldwide. SmallRig pioneered the User Co-Design (UCD) approach and the DreamRig program, with the ultimate goal of co-designing alongside global creators to help turn their dreams into reality. For more information, follow SmallRig at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE SmallRig
Stuff.tv
6 days ago
- Stuff.tv
The best microSD Express Cards for your Nintendo Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch 2 is almost here, and with it comes a big shift in how you'll store and play your games. While the original Switch (still one of the best consoles around) supported standard microSD cards, the Switch 2 requires microSD Express cards for game storage. These new cards offer dramatically faster data transfer speeds – up to 4.4 times faster – thanks to their PCIe NVMe SSD classification. You can identify these cards by a small 'EX' emblem on both the card and the packaging. They are more expensive than their predecessors, with prices starting around $50 / £50 for 256GB and reaching up to $200 / £200 for 1TB. It's worth noting that while the Switch 2 supports cards up to 2TB, 256GB is currently the most widely available size. 1TB cards are hard to find in stock, and no one has a 2TB option at the time of writing. The Switch 2 comes with 256GB of internal storage, so you might not need an upgrade immediately. However, if you plan to download multiple games or prefer digital copies, investing in a microSD Express card is a smart move. In this guide, we'll help you navigate the best microSD Express cards for your Nintendo Switch 2, considering factors like speed, capacity, and price. Why you can trust Stuff: Our team of experts rigorously test each product and provide honest, unbiased reviews to help you make informed decisions. For more details, read how we test and rate products. Quick list: What's the best microSD Express Card? Best microSD Express Card overall The Nintendo Samsung microSD Express card 256GB (buy now) is our top pick for Switch 2 users, offering fast performance, official branding, and double the storage at a fair price. Best cheap microSD Express Card The SanDisk microSD Express card 128GB (buy now) is the cheapest option for Switch 2 storage, but its higher price per gigabyte makes it less cost-effective than larger capacities. Best large capacity microSD Express Card The Lexar 1TB Play PRO (buy now) is the largest microSD Express card available, offering blazing-fast speeds and massive storage for serious handheld gamers. The best microSD cards you can buy today: Best microSD Express Card overall 1. Samsung microSD Express Card 256GB Stuff Verdict The Nintendo Samsung microSD Express Card is our top pick for Switch 2 users, offering fast performance, official branding, and double the storage at a fair price. Pros Doubles the Switch 2 storage Good balance between price and capacity Cons More design options would be nice Samsung microSD Express Card specs Capacity 256GB Speed 800MB/s read Price per GB 20 cents / pence per GB The Samsung microSD Express Card is made specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2, complete with an official Mario 'M' logo on the front. It's a 256GB card, which doubles the console's internal storage and gives you plenty of room for digital games. Built on microSD Express tech, it delivers the fast load times the Switch 2 is designed for. It's also officially licensed, so you know it'll work as intended. At $49.99 / £49.95, it offers the best balance of speed, capacity and value, making it our top pick overall. It looks the part and performs brilliantly. What more do you need? Best cheap microSD Express Card 2. SanDisk microSD Express Card 128GB Stuff Verdict The 128GB SanDisk microSD Express card is the cheapest option for Switch 2 storage, but its higher price per gigabyte makes it less cost-effective than larger capacities. Pros Entry-level price Fast speeds Cons No fun Nintendo designs Price per GB is more expensive than larger cards SanDisk microSD Express Card specs Capacity 128GB Speed 880 MB/s read 480 MB/s write Price per GB 31 cents / pence per GB The 128GB SanDisk microSD Express card is the cheapest way to get into next-gen storage for the Nintendo Switch 2, but it's not the best value. At around $40, it works out pricier per gigabyte than the 256GB options, and you'll fill it up quickly if you download a lot of games. That said, it still delivers all the speed benefits of microSD Express, including fast load times and smoother gameplay. It's also backwards compatible with older UHS-I devices. Ideal if you're on a tight budget, but if you can stretch a bit further, the larger cards offer better long-term value. Best large capacity microSD Express Card 3. Lexar Play PRO microSD Express Card 1TB Stuff Verdict The Lexar 1TB Play PRO is the largest microSD Express card available, offering blazing-fast speeds and massive storage for serious handheld gamers. Pros Very large capacity for lots of games Fast read and write speeds Lifetime warranty Cons Difficult to find in stock at the moment Will no doubt be expensive Lexar Play PRO microSD Express Card specs Capacity 1TB Speed 900MB/s read 600MB/s write Price per GB TBD The Lexar 1TB Play PRO microSD Express Card is the biggest capacity microSD Express card you can currently buy, making it perfect for serious gamers with huge digital libraries. It's fully compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2, Steam Deck, ROG Ally and other portable gaming systems. With read speeds up to 900MB/s and write speeds up to 600MB/s, it's about four times faster than standard UHS-I cards. That means faster game loads, quicker downloads, and smoother performance. It's also backwards compatible with older devices and comes with a limited lifetime warranty and Lexar's recovery tool. How fast is microSD Express? microSD Express cards offer speeds of up to 985 MB/s, thanks to their use of PCIe Gen 3 and NVMe interfaces – the same tech found in modern SSDs. That's nearly ten times faster than the 104 MB/s limit of standard UHS-I microSD cards. This jump in speed makes a big difference for tasks like loading large games or transferring data. While most current games don't fully need that speed yet, the Nintendo Switch 2 is built to take advantage of it, especially as future titles grow in size and complexity. How long will a MicroSD Express card last? A microSD Express card should last several years with normal use. Like all flash storage, its lifespan depends on how often you write and erase data. Most cards are rated for thousands of write cycles and come with wear-levelling tech to spread the load. For gaming, where you mostly read data rather than constantly rewriting it, that's good news. You're more likely to outgrow the storage space before the card wears out. Some brands also offer warranties – often five years or more – as a sign of durability. What's the difference between microSD Express cards and regular microSD cards? microSD Express cards are the same size and shape as regular microSD cards, so they'll physically fit in the same slots. The big difference is inside: microSD Express uses PCIe and NVMe tech, giving it speeds up to 985 MB/s – much faster than the 104 MB/s limit of standard UHS-I microSD cards. They also have extra pins to handle that speed, though they remain backwards compatible with older devices (just slower). One downside? They're more expensive than regular microSD cards. But if you've got hardware like the Nintendo Switch 2 that supports them, the performance boost can be worth it. How to tell if you have a microSD Express card To tell if you have a microSD Express card, look for the 'EX' logo on the card itself or the packaging. This is the official symbol that marks it as a microSD Express product. These cards will also usually mention PCIe or NVMe in the specs or product description. Visually, they look identical in size and shape to standard microSD cards, but under a magnifying glass, you might notice extra pins on the back – used for the faster interface. Liked this? I'm tracking the Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order deals – here's how to get yours
Korea Herald
21-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Storage Meets AI: Longsys' Comprehensive Innovation Journey at COMPUTEX 2025
TAIPEI, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From May 20 to 23, COMPUTEX 2025 is held at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Halls 1 and 2. Under the theme "Storage Meets AI," Longsys( presented its industry-leading storage solutions and global consumer brand Lexar, showcasing its latest innovations for the AI era. Comprehensive Storage Innovation for Multi-Dimensional AI Applications Focusing on AI PCs and AI servers, the company launched a series of significant new products to provide more complete and efficient storage solutions for AI-related applications. 8TB XP2350 QLC NAND PCIe SSD – A Powerful Storage Solution for AI PCs QLC SSDs, due to their high density and read performance, are ideal for AI datasets that are frequently updated but not heavily rewritten. They offer data capacity, lower power consumption, and cost-efficiency, making them a promising storage solution for AI scenarios. Industrial-Grade BGA SSD – Compact Storage for Embedded Systems Built with PCIe Gen4×4, this SSD is designed for smart vehicles, industrial PCs, rugged tablets, and smart NICs. Flagship PCIe Gen5 SSD – Performance Peak for Gaming and Creator Lexar showcased the NM1090 PRO PCIe Gen5 SSD, attracting major attention. Full-Stack AI Storage – Building End-to-End Ecosystems From consumer to enterprise solutions, Longsys has constructed a full-stack AI storage ecosystem. QLC Storage for Edge AI Beyond QLC SSDs, Longsys' QLC eMMC products—built on 3D stacking and powered by the in-house WM6000 controller—offer 30% performance boosts and ultra-low standby power consumption. The enhanced eMMC Ultra variant increases bandwidth by 50%, reaching up to 600MB/s to serve AI smartphones and XR devices. AI Cluster Storage Solutions To address memory bottlenecks in AI compute clusters, Longsys exhibited enterprise memory and SSD solutions: In 2025, Longsys also launched UFS products (from 4.1 to 2.1 protocol) based on in-house controllers, laying the groundwork for AI smartphones. Future plans include QLC UFS and QLC eSSD for a full-stack AI storage architecture from mobile to data center. By integrating storage media innovation, controller design, and firmware optimization, Longsys is creating a solid foundation for AI deployment. PTM Business Model – Full-Spectrum Storage Foundry Services The PTM (Product Technology Manufacturing) model integrates chip design, firmware, packaging, industrial design, testing, and manufacturing to offer customers one-stop storage foundry solutions. Firmware Development & Feature Customization For SSDs, Longsys provides extensive customization—from intelligent garbage collection and compression to ECC and partition strategies. Performance parameters like latency, power, and speed can be precisely tuned. A notable case: for an 8K panoramic recording SSD, Longsys developed a pSLC solution with 5000MB/s read/write speeds and 42,000TB TBW, ensuring long-term performance and exceeding customer expectations. Testing & Delivery A strict validation system simulates complex workloads to ensure SSD stability. Supported by its Zhongshan storage industry park, Longsys offers dedicated production lines for tailored delivery. For education display devices, where conventional SSDs fall short, Longsys reduced failure rates by 300 DPPM through enhanced particle screening and customized testing lines, improving both delivery efficiency and product quality. Looking Ahead, Longsys will continue advancing storage technology, AI storage solutions, and its PTM model to further support the development and deployment of AI applications across industries. Media Kit: Press image About Longsys Founded in 1999, Longsys( is a globally leading branded semiconductor memory enterprise, integrating R&D, design, packaging and testing, manufacturing, and sales services. Longsys upholds the corporate vision of "Everything for memory." With memory technology innovation at its core, Longsys provides high-end, flexible, and efficient full-stack customized services to global customers. For more information please visit and follow Longsys on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Storage Meets AI: Longsys' Comprehensive Innovation Journey at COMPUTEX 2025
TAIPEI, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From May 20 to 23, COMPUTEX 2025 was held at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Halls 1 and 2. Under the theme "Storage Meets AI," Longsys ( presented its industry-leading storage solutions and global consumer brand Lexar, showcasing its latest innovations for the AI era. Comprehensive Storage Innovation for Multi-Dimensional AI Applications Focusing on AI PCs and AI servers, the company launched a series of significant new products to provide more complete and efficient storage solutions for AI-related applications. 8TB XP2350 QLC NAND PCIe SSD – A Powerful Storage Solution for AI PCs QLC SSDs, due to their high density and read performance, are ideal for AI datasets that are frequently updated but not heavily rewritten. They offer data capacity, lower power consumption, and cost-efficiency, making them a promising storage solution for AI scenarios. Data Retention: Features Floating Gate QLC NAND Flash for superior retention and lifecycle data protection, offering better consistency and safety than Charge Trap technology. High Density: Up to 8TB per drive, reducing the number of SSDs needed and cutting down hardware costs in AI PC configurations. High Performance: Sequential speeds up to 7200MB/s read and 5600MB/s write, with 740K IOPS in random performance. High Endurance: Supports 3000 P/E cycles, matching TLC SSDs in durability and meeting the demands of AI PCs and commercial systems. In-House Firmware: Includes features like APST, S.M.A.R.T, and TCG Pyrite 2.0 encryption, supporting customizations for AI scenarios. Industrial-Grade BGA SSD – Compact Storage for Embedded Systems Built with PCIe Gen4×4, this SSD is designed for smart vehicles, industrial PCs, rugged tablets, and smart NICs. High Performance: Up to 7000MB/s read, 6500MB/s write, and 1000K IOPS. Wide Temperature Range: Operates reliably from -40°C to 85°C with multiple configuration options. Compact Size: 16×20mm, with a 1TB version as thin as 1.33mm. Advanced Packaging: Manufactured in Suzhou, combining embedded storage compactness with PCIe Gen4 performance. Efficient Heat Dissipation: Optimized using thermal simulation and advanced materials. Thermal Control Algorithm: Proprietary firmware includes thermal throttling to ensure stable performance. Customizable Hardware & Software: Adaptable for specific industrial needs. Flagship PCIe Gen5 SSD – Performance Peak for Gaming and Creator Lexar showcased the NM1090 PRO PCIe Gen5 SSD, attracting major attention. Extreme Speed: 14000MB/s read and 13000MB/s write — twice the performance of Gen4 SSDs, with 2100K IOPS in 4K random reads. High Capacity & Power Efficiency: Up to 4TB with optimized thermal management for stable, high-speed performance. DirectStorage Support: Enhances small file access and offloads CPU, delivering top-tier gaming and creative experiences. Full-Stack AI Storage – Building End-to-End Ecosystems From consumer to enterprise solutions, Longsys has constructed a full-stack AI storage ecosystem. QLC Storage for Edge AI Beyond QLC SSDs, Longsys' QLC eMMC products — built on 3D stacking and powered by the in-house WM6000 controller — offer 30% performance boosts and ultra-low standby power consumption. The enhanced eMMC Ultra variant increases bandwidth by 50%, reaching up to 600MB/s to serve AI smartphones and XR devices. AI Cluster Storage Solutions To address memory bottlenecks in AI compute clusters, Longsys exhibited enterprise memory and SSD solutions: MRDIMM: Uses 4R×4 architecture and signal integrity design, delivering 8800Mbps — 37.5% faster than standard RDIMM — and integrates with DDR5 and CXL 2.0 modules. Enterprise SATA eSSD: Supports RAID 1 mirroring, up to 7.68TB, suitable as boot or data drives. High-Performance PCIe Gen4 eSSD: Up to 6800MB/s read, 4600MB/s write, and 1000K IOPS for 4K random read, with features like enhanced power loss protection and adjustable power levels. In 2025, Longsys also launched UFS products (from 4.1 to 2.1 protocol) based on in-house controllers, laying the groundwork for AI smartphones. Future plans include QLC UFS and QLC eSSD for a full-stack AI storage architecture from mobile to data center. By integrating storage media innovation, controller design, and firmware optimization, Longsys is creating a solid foundation for AI deployment. PTM Business Model – Full-Spectrum Storage Foundry Services The PTM (Product Technology Manufacturing) model integrates chip design, firmware, packaging, industrial design, testing, and manufacturing to offer customers one-stop storage foundry solutions. Firmware Development & Feature Customization For SSDs, Longsys provides extensive customization — from intelligent garbage collection and compression to ECC and partition strategies. Performance parameters like latency, power, and speed can be precisely tuned. A notable case: for an 8K panoramic recording SSD, Longsys developed a pSLC solution with 5000MB/s read/write speeds and 42,000TB TBW, ensuring long-term performance and exceeding customer expectations. Testing & Delivery A strict validation system simulates complex workloads to ensure SSD stability. Supported by its Zhongshan storage industry park, Longsys offers dedicated production lines for tailored delivery. For education display devices, where conventional SSDs fall short, Longsys reduced failure rates by 300 DPPM through enhanced particle screening and customized testing lines, improving both delivery efficiency and product quality. Looking Ahead, Longsys will continue advancing storage technology, AI storage solutions, and its PTM model to further support the development and deployment of AI applications across industries. Media Kit: Press image About Longsys Founded in 1999, Longsys ( is a globally leading branded semiconductor memory enterprise, integrating R&D, design, packaging and testing, manufacturing, and sales services. Longsys upholds the corporate vision of "Everything for memory." With memory technology innovation at its core, Longsys provides high-end, flexible, and efficient full-stack customized services to global customers. For more information please visit and follow Longsys on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Longsys Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Storage Meets AI at COMPUTEX 2025: Lexar Introduces Innovative Product Lines
TAIPEI, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lexar, a leading global brand in storage solutions, is showcasing its innovations at Computex 2025, held from May 20 to 23 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. Under the theme "Storage Meets AI," Lexar is featured alongside Longsys Group at booth J1 211a, 1F, Hall 1. As AI becomes more integrated into everyday life, users are increasingly focused on the capabilities of storage products. Lexar's offerings are renowned for their large capacity, high-speed performance, and dependable quality, effectively catering to the needs of PC enthusiasts, gamers, and professional creators. Deeply Engaged with Gamers Lexar showcased a series of products specifically designed for gamers. The Lexar ARES RGB 2nd Gen DDR5 Desktop Memory, featuring premium SK Hynix DRAM chips, offers high speeds of up to 8000MT/s, and 6000MT/s with a timing of CL26. Lexar Ares series teamed up with AMD and Gigabyte's high-end product series to form a high-performance PC hardware combination - 'AAA' gear for AAA gaming. Lexar's ARES RGB 2nd Gen DDR5 memory modules—specifically the 16GB (7200 MT/s) and 24GB (8000 MT/s) versions—are compatible with Intel's 200S Boost initiative, which maximizes processor performance. These modules comply with the Overclocking Profile standard, ensuring high quality and reliability. For internal SSDs, Lexar showcased two next-generation SSDs: the Lexar Professional NM990 PCIe Gen5.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD and the Lexar Professional NM1090 PRO PCIe Gen5.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD. Both can provide exceptional performance of up to 14GB/s read speed and are perfect for gaming and professional rendering. In addition, Lexar also showcased the recently released PLAY PRO microSD Express memory card, which is ideal for the latest handheld gaming console. More for Professional Creators For professional creators, Lexar continuously offers innovative products to meet their demands. Among these is the new Lexar NFC Encryption Portable SSD. This SSD utilizes Lexar's self-developed control chip and features NFC technology that requires unlocking for recognition, optimizing power dissipation and enhancing transmission stability while comprehensively protecting user privacy. Lexar also showcased the Go Portable SSD with Hub, which enables content creators to shoot seamless video directly from their mobile phones. It successfully garnered over $1 million in user pledges on Kickstarter and raised nearly 12 million TWD on Zeczec, a crowdfunding platform in Taiwan. Completing its offerings for photography enthusiasts, Lexar presents pexar digital picture frames. Available in both 15.6" and 11" sizes, these frames allow users to upload and showcase their favorite photos and videos from afar. They feature anti-glare touch screens for enhanced viewing and effortless setup. Each frame includes 32GB of built-in Lexar storage, capable of holding up to 40,000 photos, with the option to expand storage via a USB flash drive or SD card. Additionally, the 11" frame boasts a stunning 2K resolution display. Media kit Press images: About Lexar For more than 29 years, Lexar has been trusted as a leading global brand of memory solutions. Our award-winning lineup includes memory cards, USB Flash Drives, card readers, solid-state drives, and DRAM. With so many options, it's easy to find the right Lexar solution to fit your needs. For more information, please visit and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Lexar Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
