Samsung Electronics is keenly exploring "hafnia ferroelectrics" as a next-generation NAND flash material, with the hope that this new material will enable stacking over 1,000 layers of 3D NAND and ...

The part 1 of this two-article series outlined the NAND flash technology and how it transitioned from 2D to 3D NAND flash. The article also explained the current challenges in the way of density ...

To solidify its leading position in the NAND flash market, Samsung Electronics reportedly plans to again utilize a double-stack technology for manufacturing 3D NAND over 300 layers, aiming to surpass ...

For several decades, NAND Flash has been the primary technology for low-cost and large-density data storage applications. This non-volatile memory is present in all major electronic end-use markets, ...

Intel's first quad-level cell (QLC) SSD for consumers is now available. Is it time to jump for the latest in storage technology? Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a new ...

Micron Technology recently unveiled 176-layer, triple-level-cell (TLC), 3D NAND flash memory with a 30% smaller die size that employs a new replacement-gate (RG) NAND technology. The chips offer a 35% ...

Samsung's 850 Pro SSD is out on the market and it's damned impressive. Combine Vertical NAND with the drive's performance enhancing Rapid Mode, and the 850 Pro destroys all comers. Share on Facebook ...

Our recent article about QLC NAND based SSDs stirred some emotions. But here's why you should be taking a much longer term look at this technology, and why it is so important for the future of SSDs.

Data is an integral part of our lives. Contrary to the past, where files had to be removed periodically to free up storage space, we now assume that our data will never be deleted. Why risk deleting ...

Why it matters: Samsung entered 2020 owning no less than 36 percent of the NAND flash market, a position it will not easily concede to other players. The Korean giant is scrambling to be the first ...