How we test internal SSDs at PCWorld
We’ve tested a lot of internal SSDs over the last decade or so, and the improvement to the technology has been astounding. The ongoing advancements in SSDs keep us on our toes and our testing…
Jon Jacobi
Jon Jacobi
PNY RP60 external SSD review: A fast looker you can use in the rain
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Handsome, IP65-rated design (dust-proof, water-resistant) Good 20Gbps performance Nice flat Type-C USB ribbon cable Cons USB port plug tether is difficult to reinsert. Our Verdict The PNY RP60 might…
Sabrent Rocket Nano 2242 review: The perfect SSD for finicky Thinkpads
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Small 2242 form factor fits Lenovo Legion Go or Thinkpad perfectly without adapter Good performance Fits 2280 M.2 slots as well. Cons Won’t fit in 2230 M.2 slots Currently…
Lexar Armor 700 portable SSD review: Fast and impervious to elements
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Very good 20Gbps performance IP66 weatherized and ruggedized Good looking and svelte Our Verdict Lexar’s 20Gbps Armor 700 USB SSD is a good performer, as well as being weatherized…
How we test backup software at PCWorld
Backing up your essential data is the only way to be sure it’s safe. And while there have been no major online storage disasters to date, it behooves you to maintain a local backup of…
Teamgroup PD20M portable SSD review: Fast for light duties only
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great 20Gbps read performance Handy form factor with travel case Weighs only slightly over an ounce Cons Slows drastically when writing over 20GB of data Our Verdict For light…
Viofo VS1 Mini 2K review: This tiny dash cam delivers the goods
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Super-small, handsome profile Very good day and night 1440p captures Voice commands/alerts and phone connectivity Integrated GPS Our Verdict if you want a small dash cam that takes good…
Corsair MP700 Pro SE review: One of the best PCIe 5.0 SSDs
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros As fast as you’ll find Available in up to 4TB Optional heatsink/cooler Our Verdict The Corsair MP700 Pro SE came within a whisker of capturing the NVMe SSD performance…
Adata SE920 portable SSD review: Cheaper, faster USB 4 storage
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Fastest external storage we’ve tested (at 40Gbps) Affordable for the ilk Stylish enclosure Available up to 4TB Also fast on the Mac Cons Pricier than USB 3.2×2 (20Gbps) Our…
Thinkware Q200 review: A great dash cam with ho-hum image quality
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Driver aids and parking mode Handsome design Easy phone connectivity Good 1440p front captures Cons 1080p Rear captures lack detail Lots of wires with non-standard connectors Our Verdict The…