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What was the storage size of the first USB flash drive?

techspot.com Unknown 2026-03-11 07:56:00

Choose wisely! The correct answer, the explanation, and an intriguing story await. Correct Answer: 8 MB The subject of who first invented the USB flash drive is contested. Pua Khein-Seng, CEO of Phison Electronics, claims credit for the title and is reportedly recognized locally as the "father of the pendrive." However, similar claims have emerged from companies in Singapore, China, and elsewhere, reflecting how innovation often arises simultaneously in different parts of the world. Phison is

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Your Nintendo Switch 2 Needs an All-New MicroSD Card. Here Are the Best Ones

cnet.com James Bricknell 2026-03-11 06:43:00

The Nintendo Switch 2 is officially here, and it's living up to the hype. Nintendo's gave us a good idea of what to expect, and we've been playing Mario Kart World just like everyone else. While the console looks similar to the previous one, it's very different in some key ways. That's why you should definitely check out our explainer on everything you need to know about the Switch 2 whether you're a proud owner or waiting for restocks. One of the most notable changes, compared to the OG Switch

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Apple's Mac Mini M4 is back on sale for $499

engadget.com Unknown 2026-03-11 11:15:24

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . There's no denying that getting a high-quality computer is going to set your finances back a bit. So, when one of them gets discounted we want to scream it from the rooftops. Such is the case today with a solid sale on Apple's 2024 Mac mini (M4). Right now, the newest Mac mini is avai

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If You Own an Xbox Series X/S, You Can Buy an Official 2TB Expansion Card for 40% Off on Amazon

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-03-13 11:25:12

If you own an Xbox Series X or S, you’re already aware of how quickly your storage fills up with new games. Expansions are inevitable and the Seagate Expansion Card SSD is designed specifically for these Microsoft consoles which makes it perfect for gamers who want to maintain their library within reach without sacrificing performance. Amazon currently has this must-have accessory on sale for a low of $219, down from a list price of $360. That’s a 39% discount (just barely within Black Friday t

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Cloudflare: Outage not caused by security incident, data is safe

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-03-14 04:09:24

Cloudflare has confirmed that the massive service outage yesterday was not caused by a security incident and no data has been lost. The issue has been largely mitigated. It started 17:52 UTC yesterday when the Workers KV (Key-Value) system went completely offline, causing widespread service losses across multiple edge computing and AI services. Workers KV is a globally distributed, consistent key-value store used by Cloudflare Workers, the company’s serverless computing platform. It is a funda

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Amazon Is Running a Clearance Sale on Seagate SSDs, Now the Final Models Are at Record-Low Prices

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-03-16 12:25:57

Seagate is a brand name that first comes to mind when considering trusted external storage. Its hard disks are trustworthy, easy to use and sturdy which is the reason why they are everyone’s go-to option when they want their data to be stored securely and readily available. As storage demands are always increasing, having a reliable external hard drive is more crucial than ever before. Today, the Seagate 4TB external hard drive is priced at an amazing price on Amazon, just $99, down from its us

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QVC is selling a PS5 Slim digital bundle that includes everything you need to play for just $680

zdnet.com Taylor Clemons 2025-11-09 11:15:10

ZDNET If you've been on the fence about picking up a PlayStation 5 console, now is your chance to snag a great bundle from QVC for $110 off. It includes a Slim digital console, two DualSense controllers, a controller charger, a headset, a controller sleeve, and a voucher for MightySkins to personalize your console and controllers. You can save another $10 with the code WELCOME10 and an additional $20 if you sign up for a QCard. The PlayStation 5 Slim Digital console is built with a 1TB SSD sto

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Posh (YC W22) Is Hiring

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-09 15:00:17

About POSH POSH is revolutionizing the battery energy storage industry by providing innovative, intelligent, and sustainable solutions for commercial and industrial (C&I) applications. We help businesses optimize power management and reduce carbon footprints. We are seeking an Energy Analysis & Modeling Engineer to support our mission by developing, analyzing, and optimizing energy storage models that improve system performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities Develop, v

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Twitch Announces New Storage Limits, Threatening Gamer Archives

gizmodo.com Aj Dellinger 2025-11-09 12:50:08

The Internet is forever…until it isn’t. On Wednesday, Twitch announced that it will implement new limits on archived video Highlights and Uploads that users can store on their account. The new rules, set to take effect on April 19, 2025, will set a 100-hour storage limit on saved videos. Any account with more than 100 hours of content will need to manually remove highlights and uploads—including unpublished content that is saved to the channel but not publicly accessible—or be subject to an aut

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Twitch caps streamers’ storage at 100 hours of highlights and uploads

techcrunch.com Aisha Malik 2025-11-09 12:08:58

Twitch on Wednesday announced it will begin limiting streamers to 100 hours of highlights and uploads, and will delete content if a channel exceeds the limit. The company said it’s introducing the change because highlights haven’t been effective in driving discovery or engagement, and because storage is costly. The storage cap goes into effect on April 19. The change applies to highlights, which are snippets edited from a channel’s past broadcasts, as well as other uploaded content. Clips and

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Twitch is limiting streamers to 100 hours of highlights and uploads

theverge.com Jess Weatherbed 2025-11-09 15:28:00

Twitch is planning to cull some of the content archived by streamers to save on storage costs. On Wednesday, the streaming platform announced that it will introduce a 100-hour storage cap for highlights and uploads starting on April 19th, warning that users will have their content automatically deleted until it falls below the limit. Twitch says it’s doing this because “Highlights haven’t been very effective in driving discovery or engagement,” and it isn’t worth the cost of storing thousands o

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Latest Tech News

What was the storage size of the first USB flash drive?

Your Nintendo Switch 2 Needs an All-New MicroSD Card. Here Are the Best Ones

Apple's Mac Mini M4 is back on sale for $499

If You Own an Xbox Series X/S, You Can Buy an Official 2TB Expansion Card for 40% Off on Amazon

Cloudflare: Outage not caused by security incident, data is safe

Amazon Is Running a Clearance Sale on Seagate SSDs, Now the Final Models Are at Record-Low Prices

QVC is selling a PS5 Slim digital bundle that includes everything you need to play for just $680

Posh (YC W22) Is Hiring

Twitch Announces New Storage Limits, Threatening Gamer Archives

Twitch caps streamers’ storage at 100 hours of highlights and uploads

Twitch is limiting streamers to 100 hours of highlights and uploads

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