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Here are the best M.2 SSDs compatible with the PlayStation 5
A recent software update changed the game for good
Last July 29, Sony released a beta firmware update for the PlayStation 5 addressing one of its biggest weaknesses: expanded storage. With the update, PlayStation 5 owners will no longer limit themselves to 825 GB base storage their next-gen console comes with. After updating your PS5 software, all you need to do is pop it open and install a compatible M.2 SSD.
However, this feature is still in its beta stages as Sony hasn’t released a list of manufacturers with compatible SSDs. Instead, they’ve laid out some requirements that these SSDs should adhere to. According to the official PlayStation website, compatible SSDs should come with the following specifications:
- PCIe Gen4 M.2 NVMe SSD;
- Storage capacity of 250 GB to 4 TB;
- SSD must come with a dedicated heatsink, either built-in or installed;
- Read speeds of 5,500 MB/s or higher;
- Module width of 22mm, and it must be a Socket 3 type
Before you go out and buy an SSD, make sure to check these specifications first. Of course, the website also mentions more specifications such as the dimensions of the SSD that will fit. With these in mind, Gamespot lists down these possible options for your PlayStation 5:
- Seagate FireCuda 530 1TB NVMe SSD (US$ 255)
- Gigabyte AORUS 7000s 1TB NVMe SSD (US$ 195)
- WD_BLACK SN850 1TB NVMe SSD (US$ 250)
The rest of their suggestions either requires a heatsink or comes with a larger heatsink that will not fit inside the PlayStation 5. However, take note that the firmware update is currently available as a beta for users in Sony’s major markets. In most markets, you’ll just have to wait a little longer for an official update.
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Sony unveils world’s 1st Eclipsa Audio-certified mic for smartphones
Sony has unveiled the ECM-AX10 microphone, the world’s first Eclipsa Audio-certified microphone for smartphones.
Tailored for vloggers, content creators, and even smartphone filmmakers, the ECM-AX10 helps capture video sound that feels more natural, immersive, and true to the moment.
It features four built-in omnidirectional microphone capsules that can record sound from multiple directions. Sony’s spatial audio processing, meanwhile, recreates a sense of space, direction and distance. This makes videos feel more engaging for viewers.
The mic connects directly to compatible smartphones via USB-C and gives creators three easy ways to capture sound: Ambisonics recording for spatial audio production, binaural recording for an immersive headphone experience, and stereo recording for everyday videos and social content.
When used with Sony’s dedicated Spatial Audio Video Tool app, creators can shoot video, check footage, make simple edits and export content with spatial audio.
This allows users to complete the entire production workflow for spatial audio video on their smartphone.
Creators can also utilize the app for publishing in Eclipsa Audio for an immersive experience on YouTube. In addition, binaural recording can be used for 360 Reality Audio for headphone-optimized three-dimensional sound experience, even where Eclipsa Audio is not supported.
The Sony ECM-AX10 is developed with sound engineers to ensure the delivery of authentic and immersive sound.
Sony worked with Sony PCL, a Sony Group company with extensive expertise in planning and producing content and spatial experiences.
The Sony ECM-AX10 will be available in Singapore from October 2026 at selected retail shops and online stores, with suggested retail pricing at SG$ 249.
Living in New York means making every square foot count, so why own multiple gadgets when one can do the job?
In this video, THE Michael Josh takes a look at the Marshall Heston 60. It’s a premium TV soundbar that brings more to the living room than just better sound.
With its sophisticated design, powerful audio, and versatile features, it sits in his living room while doing much more than you might expect from a soundbar.
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Samsung joins the clip-on earbud trend with the Galaxy Buds On
But it’s exclusive to South Korea for now.
Audio wearables have been getting makeovers as of late. Besides the traditional form factors, the segment is experimenting with bone conduction and clip-on headphones. Today, Samsung is joining that trend with the Galaxy Buds On.
Debuting in South Korea, the Galaxy Buds On is Samsung’s first-ever clip-on earbuds. You’re likely familiar with how these earbuds look like, having seen them grace the ears of many a passerby today. Instead of plugging right into your ear canals, they actually do clip onto your earlobes. Samsung’s take, however, is a little bit heftier, which the brand claims gives it a wider surface area to balance the weight for your ears.
Additionally, the new earbuds has a TwinBoost speaker system. While the system adds better bass to the earbuds, it also adds automatic voice adjustments to better attune the sound according to your environment. It also has an Audio Leakage Reduction feature, so others won’t be able to hear what you’re listening to.
The Galaxy Buds On has a charging case almost identical to the Galaxy Buds4 case. Powered by the Snapdragon S7 Gen 1 Sound Platform, the earbuds can reportedly last up to 9.5 hours on a single charge.
Right now, the wearable is exclusive to South Korea, but Samsung says that a global rollout will happen in the future. In South Korea, the Galaxy Buds On costs KRW 299,000 (or approximately US$ 220).
SEE ALSO: Galaxy Buds4 Pro review: I thought I was done with in-ears
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