Samsung's latest SSD may render waiting for file transfers obsolete.

      8TB of storage, USB4 speeds, and no tolerance for sluggish transfers.

      Samsung P9 SSD USB4 at Gamescom

      Samsung has unveiled its latest portable SSDs, the P9 and P7, launching them at Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany, where gamers and creators are gathering. Both drives utilize USB4 connectivity, and Samsung promotes them as solutions for our increasing amounts of 4K footage, AI-generated content, and large game installations.

      How fast are we talking?

      The P9 serves as the flagship drive and boasts impressive specifications. It can achieve sequential read speeds of up to 4,000MB/s and write speeds of up to 3,800MB/s, nearly double the performance of last year's T9.

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      Samsung also claims it is the first 8TB USB4 portable SSD that can reach the 4,000MB/s speed. It offers ample storage for all your data along with the speed needed to maintain an efficient workflow.

      What about everyday users seeking reliable storage?

      The P7 is more suitable for average users looking for durability combined with performance. It operates on the same USB4 technology but is designed for regular use rather than professional tasks, and it is compatible with laptops, desktops, phones, gaming consoles, and cameras. The P7 has also gone through durability testing, surviving a 2-meter drop and can endure shocks and vibrations, making it ideal for rough commutes or storage in your camera bag.

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      Both drives will be available worldwide starting August 31 in 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, and 8TB configurations, though availability may differ by region. The P9 prices begin at $339.99 for 1TB and escalate to $2,699.99 for 8TB, while the P7 starts at $289.99 for 1TB and reaches $2,289.99 for 8TB.

      If your current external drive is struggling to meet your requirements, Samsung's new P9 and P7 SSDs could be the solution you need.

      Rachit is an experienced tech journalist with over a decade of experience covering the consumer technology sector.

      LibreOffice 26.8 introduces many useful features without pushing AI on users.

      No chatbots, no cloud synchronization, no subscription costs. Just meaningful enhancements for essential office functions.

      While major tech companies are entrenched in an ongoing competition to integrate generative AI into every facet of life, the team behind the open-source office suite LibreOffice has chosen a different path. The Document Foundation has released LibreOffice 26.8 for Windows, macOS, and Linux, focusing on vital, impactful improvements for core office tasks rather than cluttering toolbars with unnecessary chatbots or offloading documents to cloud services.

      Practical enhancements aimed at boosting your workflow

      AI receptionists appear to pose significant risks following a patient’s experience with a system that failed to understand her request.

      Your GP utilizes an AI receptionist and hopes you articulate clearly.

      AI receptionists are designed to simplify interactions with doctors. However, an increasing number of patients find the experience frustrating, especially when machines struggle to comprehend their speech or communicate their needs.

      A recent incident in South Yorkshire highlights this issue. Judith Butterfield, a 71-year-old recovering from a stroke, shared with the BBC that an AI receptionist at her GP surgery repeatedly failed to recognize her speech while she attempted to schedule an appointment. Her stroke had impaired her speech and affected movement on the right side of her body. After several unsuccessful attempts, she ultimately decided to register with a different practice.

      Nvidia’s RTX Spark prepares for significant PC games, including anti-cheat measures.

      Native anti-cheat support could be the breakthrough that RTX Spark needs to attract more competitive PC games to Arm.

      Nvidia has announced a major update for RTX Spark at Gamescom 2026, with EA, Ubisoft, and Embark among the latest publishers to support their games on the platform, giving a clearer picture of what gaming on RTX Spark will look like when devices launch this fall.

      The list includes EA Sports F1 25, Apex Legends, Anno 117: Pax Romana, ARC Raiders, and THE FINALS. Nvidia is also collaborating with EA to integrate native Javelin Anticheat support for RTX Spark.