Toshiba Unveils Eco‑Friendly Portable Hard Drive with Up to 4TB Capacity

Toshiba has launched an updated version of its Canvio Ready portable hard drive line, retaining the original form factor while adding notable eco‑friendly enhancements.
Technical specs
The 2.5‑inch drive supports a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Micro‑B interface and includes a USB‑Type‑A‑to‑Micro‑B cable, delivering data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. Capacities of 1, 2 and 4 TB are offered, with dimensions of roughly 78 × 109 × 14 mm.
Sustainability and extra features
The top cover is manufactured from 65 % recycled material, reinforcing the product’s environmental credentials. The device also employs “Ramp Loading” technology to shield the read/write heads from shocks and reduce vibration impact.
Commercial context
New models are slated for release in the fourth quarter of this year, though Toshiba has not yet disclosed official pricing. The current 4‑TB version retails at about $188.
This update targets users seeking high‑capacity portable storage with a greener footprint.
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