Ultra-thin portable SSD arriving soon with 0.15-inch thick chassis
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
Lexar unveiled the Muse, an ultra‑thin portable solid‑state drive marketed for visual appeal. The SSD will ship in 512 GB and 1 TB capacities and measures just 3.8 mm (0.15 in) at its thickest point, tapering to 1 mm (0.039 in) toward the edges, with a weight of 26.5 g. Lexar says the drive uses a custom ultra‑thin PCB and delivers up to 1,050 MB/s read and 1,000 MB/s write speeds, comparable to mainstream consumer SSDs, though it is unclear whether it includes DRAM for sustained throughput. The Muse forgoes a standard USB‑C port, relying on Lexar’s proprietary SnapLink magnetic cable that terminates in USB‑C. A MagSafe‑compatible sleeve lets the drive attach to iPhone backs or magnetic‑surface laptops. Pricing has not been disclosed, and launch is slated for Q4 2024.
💡 Why It Matters
- · By pairing a magazine‑thin chassis with magnetic attachment, Lexar targets users who prioritize aesthetics and seamless integration with Apple’s MagSafe ecosystem, pushing the portable storage market toward design‑driven differentiation.
