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8TB SD cards near release after two-year delay, require new hardware

High-capacity 8TB SD cards, first announced in 2024, are reportedly nearing release after a two-year delay. These cards will adhere to the SDUC standard, which supports capacities from 2TB up to 128TB, but will require new hardware and card readers for compatibility. While specific launch dates and pricing remain unconfirmed, estimates suggest the 8TB models could cost upwards of $2,200, similar to the pricing of current 2TB cards. AI

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8TB SD cards near release after two-year delay, require new hardware

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  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 English(EN) · Zhiye Liu ·

    Massive 8TB SD cards are set to ship 'shortly' after a two-year delay — mind-blowing storage at possibly bank-breaking prices

    Notebookcheck reports that 8TB SD cards will soon hit the retail market, although an exact launch date and pricing remain a mystery.