Samsung’s new SSD could make waiting for file transfers a thing of the past
Samsung unveiled the P9 and P7 portable SSDs at Gamescom 2026, with the P9 now the world's first 8TB USB4 drive hitting 4,000MB/s speeds.
Samsung has introduced its latest portable SSDs, the P9 and P7, at Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany. Targeted at gamers and creators, these drives utilize USB4 connectivity and are marketed as solutions for the growing need to store and manage large files such as 4K footage, AI-generated content, and game installations. The flagship P9 boasts sequential read speeds of up to 4,000MB/s and write speeds of up to 3,800MB/s, effectively double the performance of its predecessor, the T9.
Unique among portable SSDs, Samsung claims the P9 as the world's first 8TB unit capable of achieving those high speeds. For everyday users seeking durability with performance, the P7 emerges as a solid option. Operating on the same USB4 technology, it is versatile enough to work with laptops, desktops, phones, gaming consoles, and cameras.
The P7 has passed rigorous durability tests, able to withstand falls from 2 meters and impacts from shocks and vibrations, ensuring its resilience in daily use. Both models will be globally available starting August 31, presented in 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, and 8TB capacities. Pricing begins at $289.99 for the P7 and $339.99 for the P9, with prices rising to $2,289.99 and $2,699.99 for the 8TB versions respectively.
If your current external hard drive struggles to keep pace with your demands, Samsung's new P9 and P7 SSDs could prove to be a worthy upgrade. While major tech companies continue to push generative AI into myriad aspects of daily life, the Document Foundation, behind the open-source office suite LibreOffice, is taking a different route.
Their latest update, LibreOffice 26.8, released today, focuses on refining core office tasks rather than integrating AI features. By prioritizing practical improvements, LibreOffice aims to streamline workflows without adding unnecessary elements like chatbots or cloud services. This approach aims to provide a more reliable and user-friendly experience, especially for users facing challenges with AI receptionists that may struggle to understand their speech or instructions.
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