- New Toshiba Canvio drives use the old-fashioned flat USB-A connector
- Up to 4TB capacity, which means there is no 6TB model, something only WD can offer at this time.
- There are also no pricing details available at the time of writing.
Toshiba has presented its latest external hard drives, Canvio Flex and Canvio Gaming.
While Canvio Flex is a cross-storage platform, Canvio Gaming focuses on gamers looking to expand their storage options.
These new 2.5-inch portable hard drives are portable devices that support USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface with a storage capacity of up to 4TB.
The lack of the 6TB model is a disappointment
Both devices rely on the USB Type A connector, even though USB Type C has become a universal standard for modern devices.
One of the standout features of Canvio Gaming is its “always on” mode, which keeps the drive ready for faster resume times and responsive gameplay.
Unfortunately, the lack of a 6TB model could disappoint those who require more storage, especially since competitors like Western Digital already offer higher capacities.
Toshiba has not yet announced pricing, but confirmed that they will be available in the first quarter of 2025.
“Since their initial launch, our Canvio Flex and Canvio Gaming have proven to be very popular in the market, providing customers with simple and convenient data storage solutions for specific user scenarios,” said Hiroaki Yasui, General Manager of the Data Storage Division. Toshiba Sales and Marketing.
