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Samsung Electronics introduces its new PRO Ultimate memory cards, combining unmatched speed, substantial storage, and resilient features, perfect for professionals handling 4K UHD content and more.
The PRO Ultimate lineup boasts a storage capacity of up to 512 gigabytes (GB) and a sequential read speed of up to 200 megabytes-per-second (MB/s). Its industry-leading read speeds, combined with write speeds of 130MB/s, make it an ideal choice for handling heavy-duty files such as 4K ultra-high definition (UHD) and Full HD (FHD) videos, with support for Video Speed Class 30 (V30).
These memory cards also showcase an Application Performance Class 2 (A2), offering high performance for random read and write operations and multi-tasking capabilities. Samsung has equipped the PRO Ultimate with an enhanced Error Correction Code (ECC) engine and multi-proof protection features, ensuring safer data storage over extended periods.
The PRO Ultimate microSD card provides several notable features, including water protection for up to 72 hours at two meters of depth, drop-proof design from heights up to five meters, wear-out protection for up to 10,000 swipes, and X-ray and magnetic protection.
It is also designed to operate in extreme temperatures ranging from -25°C to 85°C (-13°F to 185°F) and offers shock protection of up to 1,500g. Similarly, the PRO Ultimate SD card provides shock protection of up to 1,500g and can withstand extreme temperatures.
With a new 28-nanometer (nm) controller, the PRO Ultimate memory cards exhibit a 37% improvement in power efficiency compared to Samsung's previous lines, enhancing overall performance while consuming less power.
The PRO Ultimate microSD card is available in three different storage capacities (128GB, 256GB, and 512GB), while the PRO Ultimate SD card is offered in four storage capacities (64GB, 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB). Both cards are now available worldwide, with the microSD card being released first and the SD card following in October 2023. The PRO Ultimate memory cards come with a ten-year limited warranty.
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