Samsung today announced the release of a 4TB version of its popular tablet Portable T7 Shield Solid State Drivewith the new version joining the 1TB and 2TB size options offered by Samsung debuted last April.
The T7 Shield is Samsung’s most damage-resistant SSD, offering a durable enclosure that protects the device inside and out. The Shield enclosure is made from aluminum and has an IP65 water and dust resistance rating, so it can withstand rain and other elements. It also provides crush resistance and protection from falls over nine feet.
There’s a rubberized outer shell around the aluminum that adds extra protection, and because of its small size, it’s easy to carry around and ideal for travel use. The 4TB model is available in black.
The T7 Shield delivers read speeds of up to 1050MB/s, and write speeds of up to 1000MB/s. It connects to your Mac using a USB-C to USB-C cable, and has a built-in heat shield to protect against degradation from overheating.
This portable 4TB SSD could be the T7 Shield Purchased from the Samsung website for $430. Samsung also sells a 2TB variant For $180, and a 1 TB model For $100.
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