This week in tech saw notable advancements across memory, networking, and storage. Micron formally announced the sunsetting of DDR4, Kioxia introduced faster industrial SSDs, and Marvell unveiled the world’s first 2nm SRAM. In parallel, next-generation routers and 10GbE switches aim to simplify fast networking at home and in the enterprise.
Micron to Sunset DDR4 Amid Unexpected Demand Surge
Micron has officially begun phasing out DDR4 production, citing a shift toward DDR5—but demand for DDR4 remains high.
Micron will cease DDR4 production over the next few quarters, redirecting R&D and fab capacity to DDR5 and HBM products. Despite DDR4’s popularity in budget and embedded systems, the shift reflects industry alignment toward DDR5 scalability, energy efficiency, and higher transfer rates. Analysts note that DDR4 demand may remain steady through 2026, possibly creating pricing pressure or temporary shortages.
Kioxia Unveils Industrial SSD with Power-Loss Protection
Kioxia introduced a new 8 TB SSD designed for edge and industrial applications, featuring robust endurance and hardware-based power-loss protection.
Built on 112-layer BiCS5 3D TLC NAND, the SSD delivers up to 560 MB/s read and 530 MB/s write speeds over SATA III. Designed for harsh environments (operating range -40°C to 85°C), it includes end-to-end data path protection, TCG Opal 2.0 support, and SMART monitoring. Target markets include automation, defense, and surveillance.
Marvell Unveils World’s First 2nm Custom SRAM
Marvell has developed the industry’s first 2nm-class SRAM chip, signaling next-gen scalability for ASICs and AI accelerators.
The new SRAM achieves ~20% area reduction and better power efficiency than 3nm-class designs. It’s expected to be deployed in AI and networking ASICs by 2026. This custom SRAM forms part of a push toward ultra-efficient silicon stacks for 50–100 TOPS/Watt AI inference systems, and supports next-gen interconnects like CXL and PCIe 6.0.
HBM4 to HBM8: Multi-Terabyte Memory for AI Accelerators
Next-gen HBM standards from JEDEC outline a path from HBM4 to HBM8, aiming to support AI accelerators with up to 15 TB/s of bandwidth and 8 TB capacity.
HBM4 will bring major upgrades in power efficiency, signaling, and stacking (up to 64-high dies), while HBM5 through HBM8 push toward multi-package interleaving and photonic I/O. Vendors are preparing for 15,000W-class AI racks, where cooling, interconnect latency, and memory bandwidth become key bottlenecks. Samsung, Micron, and SK Hynix are all contributing to roadmap proposals.
🔗 JEDEC Standards
🔗 Samsung Semiconductor
🔗 SK Hynix
GL.iNet Flint 3: Affordable Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Home Router
GL.iNet has released the Flint 3, a compact, tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router offering impressive performance for under $150.
Powered by a Qualcomm Immersive Home 326 platform, it supports 2.5GbE WAN, 2x 1GbE LAN, WPA3, and Mesh-ready networking. The router’s tri-band design (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz) and OpenWRT-based firmware cater to privacy-conscious users and hobbyists. Ideal for dense home networks, it also supports AdGuard Home, DNS over HTTPS, and local VPN gateways.
Transcend Introduces 8 TB Industrial SSD with PLP
Transcend launched its MTE820T2 SSD line with up to 8 TB capacity, industrial-grade durability, and full power-loss protection.
The PCIe Gen 4 SSD is built on 3D NAND with SLC cache and features up to 7,400 MB/s reads and 6,800 MB/s writes. Available in M.2 2280 form factor, it supports extended temperature operation and adheres to ISO/TS 16949 automotive standards. The PLP implementation protects data during unexpected shutdowns, making it suitable for mission-critical environments.
GEEKOM Unveils IT15 Mini PC with Intel Core i9
GEEKOM introduced the IT15, a compact mini PC powered by Intel’s Core i9-13900H and designed for productivity and creative workflows.
Supporting up to 64 GB DDR4 and dual NVMe SSDs, the IT15 features Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, and 2.5GbE LAN. The system emphasizes a balance of performance and portability, targeting users seeking a quiet workstation alternative. It includes pre-installed Windows 11 Pro and supports VESA mounting.
Unraid 7.1.4 Released: Bug Fixes and Minor Improvements
Unraid OS 7.1.4 has been released, delivering improved performance, enhanced networking compatibility, and security patches.
Key changes include updates to Docker engine, kernel-level security improvements, and fixes for USB passthrough on AMD platforms. The release also improves GUI responsiveness and compatibility with ZFS-based cache pools. While not a feature-packed release, it lays the groundwork for larger Unraid 8 changes coming later this year.
UniFi Protect 6.0 Launches with AI Timelines and Role Management
Ubiquiti released UniFi Protect 6.0, featuring AI-powered motion timelines, object tracking, and granular permission control.
Protect 6.0 introduces real-time AI timelines for motion events, easier clip navigation, and improved face and vehicle recognition accuracy. Multi-user environments benefit from role-based access control (RBAC), making it viable for schools and businesses. The update also adds support for the upcoming G5 Pro PTZ camera and optimizations for SSD-based NVRs.
Transcend Highlights Long-Term Reliability in Industrial Press Release
Transcend’s latest press release emphasizes the durability of its industrial SSDs, including wide-temp support, anti-vibration design, and long-term supply assurance.
The release reinforces the company’s focus on edge AI, embedded systems, and transportation, and highlights compliance with CE/FCC/UL and automotive standards.
TerraMaster Launches TOS 6 Beta and Hints at Enterprise Line
TerraMaster launched TOS 6 in beta, featuring a redesigned UI, modular apps, and multi-user collaboration tools.
Key improvements include containerized app management, enhanced backup automation, and a preview of TerraMaster’s upcoming enterprise NAS series. The UI offers better mobile/tablet accessibility, while user role customization now supports finer permissions and audit trails. A new AI-powered image recognition feature is also being tested.
QNAP Unveils QSW-3000 Series: Affordable 10GbE Managed Switches
QNAP has announced the QSW-3000 series: an 8-port 10GbE “Lite Managed” switch line optimized for home labs and small offices.
With features like VLAN, QoS, and LACP, these switches offer enterprise-grade functionality at a sub-$500 price point. Based on silent cooling and low power design, the QSW-3000 targets NAS enthusiasts and ProAV setups. All models support 10GBASE-T and backward compatibility with 5/2.5/1GbE devices.
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