Image: ActivisionApparently leakers just can't help themselves, as fresh details on the as-yet-unannounced Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 have been revealed ahead of an official announcement later today.Billbil-kun, who has been known to reliably leak new games ahead of their official reveals, has uploaded two posts on social media that detail the game's supposed release date and pre-order bonuses (thanks, VGC).Accompanied by a slightly blurred piece of key art (though with the title visible in the bottom-right corner), the posts reveal that Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 will launch on Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on 11th July 2025. Billbil-kun also confirms that a collector's edition priced at $129.99 will also be available and will provide players with 3-days early access.The standard edition is priced at $49.99 with a deluxe edition at $69.99. Those who pre-order either will gain access to the Wireframe Tony Shader and the Foundry Demo when available. Meanwhile, the deluxe edition will contain Doom Slayer and Revenant skater characters, an Unmaykr Hoverboard, and in-game music (presumably also based on DOOM, but unconfirmed).As per the official website, it's presumed that this title is in development at Iron Galaxy, who previously worked on the PC version of Vicarious Visions' Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2. An official reveal will take place at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT / 7pm CET today, where we'll likely get a full trailer showcasing the highly-anticipated remake(s). "Loading.. new parks"Are you looking forward to Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4? Out of the original four titles, which is your favourite? Let us know with a comment.[source x.com, via videogameschronicle.com]Related GamesSee AlsoShare:00 Nintendo Lifes resident horror fanatic, when hes not knee-deep in Resident Evil and Silent Hill lore, Ollie likes to dive into a good horror book while nursing a lovely cup of tea. He also enjoys long walks and listens to everything from TOOL to Chuck Berry. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related ArticlesNintendo Confirms Removal Of Switch Online SNES GameSuper Soccer will "no longer be available"Nintendo Highlights Four Brand New Games "Coming Soon" To SwitchMarch is going to be an exciting monthStunning New Physical Edition Of Stardew Valley Is Now Available At FangamerIncludes comic, poster, art cards, and more

Image: Nintendo LifeNintendo has announced that the French judiciary Court has ruled that DSTORAGE SAS, who operates the sharehoster website '1fichier', is liable for failing to remove or block pirated games from the platform.Although the Paris Court of Appeals had previously ruled in favour of Nintendo in 2023, this further clarification from the French judiciary Court is considered the final word on the matter, marking "an end to a long lawsuit".Nintendo states that it "is pleased with the Courts finding of liability against DSTORAGE and believes that it is significant not only for Nintendo, but for the entire games industry". DSTORAGE is now obligated to remove or block such content from the platform, and will be liable to pay compensation to Nintendo should it fail to do so.According to TorrentFreak, 1fichier is a 'freemium' site that is open to access for all users, with optional payments required to remove certain restrictions. The site also allows links to its content to be posted elsewhere, meaning that the general public would have access to content that potentially infringes upon copyright law.Here's a partial look at Nintendo's statement:"Nintendo is pleased with the Courts finding of liability against DSTORAGE and believes that it is significant not only for Nintendo, but for the entire games industry. It will prevent sharehosters like 1fichier.com from claiming like it did during the proceedings on the merits that a prior decision from a court is needed before pirated content must be taken down, and it confirms the rights that holders have to give notice of when claiming that notified content infringes copyright or trademark rights."Together with its recent decision of January 15th, 2025, confirming that a major French Bank had rightfully terminated a payment processing agreement with 1fichier.com due to lacking anti-piracy measures, the French Supreme Court leaves no doubt that sharehosting providers like 1fichier.com are not a safe haven for storing and sharing illegal content."Nintendo promotes and fosters development and creativity, and strongly supports developers who legitimately create new and innovative software. Nintendos message to consumers is not to download pirate copies of Nintendo games as this increases the risk that this will interfere with the functionality and experience that playing legitimate Nintendo games on authentic Nintendo hardware provides."Nintendo is known for being particularly vigilant with its intellectual property, and has made multiple successful moves against Switch emulators in the past. It's currently in the middle of a lawsuit against Palworld, a game that Nintendo claims infringes upon multiple patents. Update: Attorney weighs in on Nintendo's mostly-rejected patentNinjas in 3... 2... 1...What do you make of this decision? Is it the right move? Let us know your thoughts with a comment down below.[source torrentfreak.com]Share:00 Nintendo Lifes resident horror fanatic, when hes not knee-deep in Resident Evil and Silent Hill lore, Ollie likes to dive into a good horror book while nursing a lovely cup of tea. He also enjoys long walks and listens to everything from TOOL to Chuck Berry. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related ArticlesNintendo Confirms Removal Of Switch Online SNES GameSuper Soccer will "no longer be available"Nintendo Switch 2 Doesn't Need To Worry About Steam Deck SalesSteam Deck has sold roughly 4 million unitsRumour: Switch 2 3D Dock Mock-Up Surfaces OnlineA supposed look at the new designPokmon Presents February 2025: Every Announcement, Full LivestreamLegends Z-A! Champions! TCG Sets!

Despite clouds of uncertainty looming over the economy and geopolitics, people still want to travel. To meet that demand, Mews, an Amsterdam-founded unicorn building an SaaS platform for hotel management, has raised a fresh $75 million.The funding is coming at a crossroad in the travel industry. On one hand are positive signals. Analysts at Oxford Economics forecast that the industry will grow by 12% this year, working out to 1.75 billion arrivals.And budget for travel equates to money for travel startups. TravelPerk in January raised $200 million at a $2.7 billion valuation; Hostaway raised $365 million in December 2024; and Tourlane in Germany raised $26 million from Sequoia in November 2024. Prosus also scooped up Latin American travel player Despegar for $1.7 billion.But its not all rosy. Its unclear how tariffs and other economic manoeuvres will impact peoples travel budgets, not to mention the uncertainty over geopolitics. Its also notable that Expedia has been laying off staff could it be a one-off move to improve efficiency, or is it a bellwether of more to come?Mews also has dozens of competitors, which include incumbents like Oracle as well as other startups like Softbank-backed Cloudbeds.For now, things appear to be humming along for Mews.Tiger Global, a new backer, led this latest round, with participation from previous investors Kinnevik, Battery Ventures and Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives. (Battery led Mews $33 million Series B, while Kinnevik and Goldman Sachs led the startups $185 million Series C in 2022; Kinnevik also led its 2024 Series D of $110 million.)This latest round is opportunistic, CEO Matt Welle told TechCrunch in an interview. Specifically, it came after Tiger approached Mews seeking to work together more. Mews is not disclosing its current valuation, and Welle instead called it a generic growth round, adding that the startup plans to raise a much larger round in a year or two.For some context: exactly a year ago, when Amsterdam-founded Mews raised its Series D, it was valued at $1.2 billion.Mews has been growing. Currently, some 6,300 hotels use its platform, up from 5,000 a year ago, and it said that in 2024 it processed $10 billion worth of payments, double from a year before. In 2024, its revenue crossed $200 million as it added more customers to the platform. Its also expanding the services on that platform, which is also building more revenue per customer. Some are organic and some by M&A, such as its recent acquisition of Atomize to help its users with revenue management. Pitchbook notes that Mews also raised $100 million in debt in September last year to fund acquisitions.While a large part of Mews business is in Europe (it says it now has 20% market penetration in the DACH region, for example), a lot of the growth has come from a big push across the pond.These days, founder (and co-CEO) Richard Valtr spends most of his time in the U.S., where the company has been focusing a lot it doubled revenues in North America in the last year.When Valtr founded the company in 2012, he did so understanding many of the pain points of running a hotel business. He had been an independent hotel owner himself, and he realized that there was a prime opportunity to leverage the internet, and the rise of software-as-a-service, to build something new.There are a number of point solutions in the hospitality market, but Mews takes a Toast approach to the industry, building its product with the concept of being end-to-end. It offers software for managing hotel availability and booking online, directly and through third-party platforms; tools for managing hotel personnel and facilities; payment and accounting tools; event management software; loyalty and guest experience apps, and more.Perhaps predictably, Welle said that Mews has recently been doubling down on AI. It has an in-house team working on different projects not only customer-facing agentic tools, but also algorithms to improve how Mews works. One example, he said, is a new customer profile option that takes in all of an individuals activities and preferences as logged at a hotel chain to create Tweet-sized summaries that concierges and receptionists can use to improve customer service.Mewsis redefining what it means to deliver exceptional guest experiences in the hospitality sector and beyond, Sara Eadie, who led the investment for Tiger Global, said in a statement. (Tiger declined to be interviewed for this story.)As it has grown, Mews has focused on catching bigger fish in the hospitality space. The company says the number of hospitality brands that use its tools has doubled, and some of its new customers include Best Western Hotels, Weekender and Lark Hotels.To be clear, this doesnt mean all Best Westerns are using Mews now. As with all deals with customers that run a franchising model, Mews is now on an approved supplier list, but it still needs to contract with individual franchises to win new business.

Uber users in Austin now have a choice between a Waymo robotaxi and a human driver. The two companies officially launched Tuesday the Waymo on Uber robotaxi service in Austin as part of a partnership that has deepened in recent months. The launch comes just days before SXSW, the annual tech, music, film, and comedy conference, kicks off in Austin.Starting today, Uber users who hail a ride may be matched with a Waymo robotaxi. Users will still be able to opt for the human-driven vehicle, and not the robotaxi, according to Uber. And both options will be priced the same. Uber customers who want to boost their chances of getting matched with a Waymo can opt in via the ride preferences section of their Uber app under settings. Uber and Waymo didnt reveal how many robotaxis would be in the Austin fleet. The companies did share the fleet of Waymo AVs, will grow to hundreds of vehicles across both Austin and Atlanta over the next few years.Waymo and Uber, once bitter rivals, have been on more amiable terms in recent years. Waymos autonomous vehicles have been available on theUber app in Phoenixsince October 2023. And the two companies expanded the partnership last year with plans to launch a more exclusive Waymo on Uber robotaxi service in Austin and Atlanta in 2025. (Atlanta has yet to launch.)The structure of the Waymo on Uber service forecasts how each company envisions its role in the nascent autonomous vehicle industry. Under the arrangement, Waymo will be responsible for vehicle testing, roadside assistance, and certain aspects of rider support. Uber will manage the fleet services such as vehicle cleaning, maintenance, inspections, charging, and depot operations through a company called Moove Cars, which is rebranding to Avomo. In 2021, Uber acquired a 30% minority interest in the European company Moove Cars not to be mistaken with Moove, which coincidentally is managing Waymos AV fleet in Phoenix.Until 2020, Uber was developing its own autonomous vehicles technology via its Uber ATG business. After several controversies, including a lawsuit with Waymo and a fatal crash involving an autonomous test vehicle, the ride-hailing company divested Uber ATG in acomplex dealwith Aurora. Uber eventuallysettleditssuits with Waymo; a few years later the two companies would come together on friendlier terms. Uber has spent the past couple of years shoring up its position in theemerging robotaxi market by locking in partnerships with companies like Waymo. Uber has partnered with 14 autonomous vehicle companies that cover ride-hailing, delivery, and trucking a handful of which are operating commercially. In December, Uber launched robotaxi rides with WeRide in Abu Dhabi. The company also has commercial deals with sidewalk delivery bot companies Avride, Cartken, and Serve Robotics

Japanese automotive manufacturer Honda is exploring 3D printing for automobile, motorcycle, motorsports, power, aerospace, and wheelchair racing products. The company recently reported it is investigating how laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) technology can add new value to manufacturing processes.Based in Minato, Tokyo, the global car maker says that 3D printing unlocks fast and efficient production of complex shapes at lower costs than conventional methods. It also pointed to the potential of 3D printing smart factories that could significantly shorten the process from development to mass production.Notably, Honda already uses in-house LPBF 3D printing to fabricate car engine components. These include pistons and turbine housings used in Oracle Red Bull Racings F1 cars. The company also leverages metal additive manufacturing to produce lightweight, topology optimized aluminum handles for racing wheelchairs.Hondas 3D printed turbine housing. Photo via Honda.Metal 3D printing at Honda Honda is working to increasingly integrate metal additive manufacturing into its development and production processes. It already 3D prints metal parts in house using LPBF technology, including systems from Nikon SLM Solutions.The firm claims to have accumulated AM expertise by optimizing parameters, recording material deposition to assess melting state, and monitoring temperature and laser power. Process simulation technology is also used to predict and mitigate potential deformations and improve the dimensional accuracy of its parts. Honda noted that metal 3D printing allows it to fabricate complex shapes that are impossible to achieve with conventional casting and forging techniques.In 2019, the company partnered with Oracle Red Bull Racing to supply engines for their F1 cars. Metal additive manufacturing helped them quickly adapt to specification changes and create complex, thin-walled parts. This, in turn, reduced lead times and lowered costs.The racing giant, which powers reigning F1 champion Max Verstappen, previously leveraged engine pistons produced using aluminum forging. Honda switched to LPBF 3D printing, using iron powder for added strength against combustion pressure. Though iron is heavier than aluminum, novel 3D printed geometries made the final parts lighter than conventional counterparts.Similarly, the F1 teams turbine housing parts were previously made in inconel, a heat-resistant nickel alloy, using precision casting. These large components feature thin wall sections, leading to deformation issues during conventional manufacturing. 3D printing the housings reportedly removed these issues, allowing Honda to meet strict requirements while reducing costs and cutting production times.Hondas 3D printed turbine housing in the F1 racing car engine. Image via Honda.Metal additive manufacturing technology is also used to fabricate aluminum handlebars for Hondas racing wheelchairs, also known as handcycles. By leveraging 3D printing, the leading motorcycle brand aimed to reduce weight and increase safety during collisions.Optimal handlebar geometries vary depending on the shapes of each athletes hands. Previously, these parts were made of welded aluminum pipes, offering minimal scope for customization. To overcome this, Honda used topology optimization to design a more ergonomic component while minimizing weight and optimizing strength. According to the Japanese firm, the handlebars mesh grip, key to weight reduction, can only be manufactured with metal LPBF 3D printing.Hondas racing wheelchair with 3D printed handlebars. Photo via Honda.Additive manufacturing for automotive applicationsThe role of 3D printing in automotive manufacturing is growing, as car makers target material, cost, and time savings for prototyping, tooling, and end-use parts.In December 2024, core manufacturer Laempe Mssner Sinto delivered six sand 3D printers to automotive giant BMWs foundry in Landshut, Germany. The automated, high-volume binder jet 3D printing production line can fabricate sand cores and molds of critical car components. BMW is already using the technology to produce its latest range of six-cylinder vehicles. This additive manufacturing solution reportedly eliminates manual steps, offering fully automated production and core removal.Elsewhere, Japanese SUV manufacturer Subaru Corporation utilized HP Inc.s Multi Jet Fusion technology to 3D print parts for its Legacy Outback Boostgear Package concept car. Announced at Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, the collaboration with HP Japan and DMM.make 3D Print is exploring new additive manufacturing possibilities in automotive design and production.HPs Jet Fusion 4200 and 5420W 3D printers have allowed Subaru to remove the need for molds. This reportedly unlocks rapid production of parts with unique geometries. HPs 3D High Reusability PA 12, a nylon material known for heat and weather resistance, was also leveraged. It reportedly combines the necessary structural strength with an 80% material recycling rate.More recently, Ford Motor Company, a global automotive manufacturer established in 1903, announced it is using 3D printing to prepare for its first F1 race in two decades. Set to compete during the 2026 season, Ford has already produced over 1,000 3D printed car parts at its additive manufacturing labs, including cold plates for batteries and cooling plates for other systems. These will feed into the race cars combustion engine and hybrid technology.Who won the 2024 3D Printing Industry Awards?Subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter to keep up with the latest 3D printing news.You can also follow us on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry Youtube channel to access more exclusive content.Featured image shows Hondas 3D printed turbine housing in the F1 racing car engine. Image via Honda.

Industrial engineering firm Omnific 3D has unveiled the BGM-1000, a large-format industrial 3D printer designed for high-speed and high-precision additive manufacturing.Built in Britain, this Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) system delivers print speeds of up to 3 m/s, with peak mechanical speeds reaching 11 m/s. The system accommodates a wide range of nozzle sizes, from 0.3mm to 1.6mm, offering versatility for various printing needs. Optimized specifically for filament-based printing, it avoids the additional weight of a pellet extruder, which would otherwise reduce overall speed.While the 3D printer can handle all industry-standard reinforced materials and commonly available filaments without licensing restrictions, Omnific 3D has developed proprietary materials designed to maximize speed and efficiency, offering peak performance when used with the BGM-1000.The BGM-1000 is a testament to our commitment to accelerating the evolution of additive manufacturing, said Kevin Modiri, Director of Omnific 3D. By combining speed, precision and modularity, weve developed a solution that addresses the critical needs of modern industries.Omnific 3Ds BGM-1000 large-format 3D printer. Photo via Omnific 3D.Large-scale precision printing with modular reliabilityDesigned for large-scale applications, the BGM-1000 features a fully heated build area measuring 1200mm x 1000mm x 1000mm, with an optional extension increasing the height to 1400mm.The unit itself has a width of 1850mm, a depth of 2140mm, and a height of 2500mm, with a weight of approximately 1 tonne. Delivered in parts, it is assembled on-site by engineers and requires a standard concrete floor for stability. Installation through double doors is recommended, and additional reinforcement is needed for wooden floors.To ensure structural integrity and print quality, Omnific 3D has developed a patent-pending method for enhancing interlayer bonding, along with a proprietary, non-water-soluble support material that can be manually removed.The systems motion control is powered by a combination of proprietary acceleration and deceleration algorithms, with AI-driven active performance monitoring via accelerometers.With uptime being a critical factor in industrial manufacturing, the BGM-1000 is designed with a modular architecture that allows entire sections to be swapped out quickly when needed.Instead of requiring in-depth on-site repairs, faulty modules can be replaced and serviced off-site, minimizing downtime. This approach follows aviation and military-grade reliability standards, ensuring continuous operation in high-demand environments.The BGM-1000 is suited for industries that require precision and scalability, including automotive, where it supports rapid prototyping and custom part production. It is also ideal for aerospace, and healthcare, facilitating the creation of lightweight components and production of medical devices and prosthetics respectively.Each unit includes two days of on-site training, with optional upgrades to enhance performance with advanced materials, says the company.Omnific 3Ds BGM-1000 in action. Photo via Omnific 3D.Technical specifications and pricingof BGM-1000 3D printerThe printer is now available for order, with pricing starting at 299,950 and going up to 440,000 based on configuration.FeaturesDetailsBuild AreaStandard: 1200mm x 1000mm x 1000mm; Optional Expansion: Up to 1200mm x 1000mm x 1400mmNozzle Sizes0.3mm to 1.6mmUnit Dimensions (Unit Stand)Width: 1850mm, Depth: 2140mm, Height: 2500mmMaximum Print Speed3 m/s 11 m/sHeated Build AreaYesWeightApproximately 1 TonneWhat3D printing trendsshould you watch out for in 2025?How is thefuture of 3D printingshaping up?To stay up to date with the latest 3D printing news, dont forget to subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter or follow us on Twitter, or like our page on Facebook.While youre here, why not subscribe to our Youtube channel? Featuring discussion, debriefs, video shorts, and webinar replays.Featured image shows Omnific 3Ds BGM-1000 large-format 3D printer. Photo via Omnific 3D.Ada ShaikhnagWith a background in journalism, Ada has a keen interest in frontier technology and its application in the wider world. Ada reports on aspects of 3D printing ranging from aerospace and automotive to medical and dental.

Published March 4, 2025 6:00am EST close 'CyberGuy': Order sunlight whenever and wherever you want on demand Kurt Knutsson reveals mind-blowing tech that gives you sunlight on demand. You won't believe what's happening in the world of renewable energy right now. Imagine being able to tap into the sun's limitless power, even after the stars come out. That's exactly what Reflect Orbital, a trailblazing startup led by Tristan Semmelhack and Ben Nowack, is working on.They're developing a constellation of mirrors in space that can beam sunlight to Earth at night, essentially selling daylight on demand. The sun, our trusty fusion reactor in the sky, packs an incredible 24 trillion times more energy than we currently use, making it the ultimate renewable resource. Reflect Orbital's mission is nothing short of revolutionary, harnessing this boundless energy to change how we think about power forever.. Reflect Orbital website image (Reflect Orbital) (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How it worksReflect Orbital's concept involves deploying large mirrors in space to capture sunlight and redirect it to specific locations on Earth. This innovative approach could extend the operational hours of solar farms, effectively allowing them to generate power even after sunset.The company plans to use satellites positioned approximately 370 miles above Earth, equipped with 33-square-foot ultra-reflective Mylar mirrors. Each deployment is expected to illuminate a 3-mile-wide area for about four minutes. Reflect Orbital website image (Reflect Orbital) (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Applications and potential impactThe potential applications of this technology are vast and varied.Extended solar power generation: By reflecting sunlight to solar farms after dark, Reflect Orbital could significantly increase the productivity of existing solar installations.Urban lighting: Cities could potentially replace traditional streetlights with projected sunlight, reducing costs and energy consumption.Emergency services: In disaster-stricken areas without electricity, this technology could provide crucial lighting for rescue operations and relief efforts.Industrial applications: Construction projects and other industries that typically slow down after dark could potentially operate around the clock.Customers, including businesses, governments and individuals, will be able to request light bursts by simply entering their location's GPS coordinates online. Aerial image of experiment using a hot-air balloon with a large mirror (Reflect Orbital) (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Challenges and innovationsReflect Orbital faces significant technical challenges, including atmospheric scattering, cloud interference and the need for extreme precision in directing sunlight from space. To address these issues, the company has brought on experts from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory to validate the physics and ensure the project's feasibility.Funding and future plansReflect Orbital recently secured a $6.5 million seed round led by Sequoia Capital, marking Sequoia's first space investment since SpaceX in 2020. The company has already conducted successful experiments using ahot-air balloon with a large mirror and plans to deliver its first space-based sunlight service in the fourth quarter of 2025.Currently, Reflect Orbital is developing a constellation of satellites aimed at providing sunlight to thousands of solar farms after dark. They envision deploying a ring of 57 satellites in sun-synchronous orbit, which would allow them to provide an additional 30 minutes of sunshine to a solar farm anywhere on Earth. Notably, their website currently indicates that applications for this service are closed. Aerial image of experiment using a hot-air balloon with a large mirror (Reflect Orbital) (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Kurt's key takeawaysWhile the concept may seem a bit out there, it's grounded in sound scientific principles and backed by serious investors. As we continue to grapple with global energy challenges and climate change, innovations like this may play a crucial role in shaping a more sustainable future. As Reflect Orbital moves forward with its ambitious plans, the world will be watching to see if they can truly bring sunlight to Earth after the sun has set, potentially ushering in a new era of solar power utilization.What other innovative applications could you imagine for space-based solar reflection technology beyond what's currently proposed? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading toCyberguy.com/Newsletter.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? 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photka - stock.adobe.comNewsFlash drive prices bump along, as SAS HDDs gain mystery bounceFlash drive prices drop again, but slowly, as they bump along after highs in late 2023. Meanwhile, spinning disk HDD prices experience a rare flutter, with SAS cost per gigabyte rising 18%ByAntony Adshead,Storage EditorPublished: 04 Mar 2025 10:33 Solid-state drive (SSD) prices per gigabyte (GB) dropped over the last two quarters since the beginning of September 2024 while SAS hard disk drive (HDD) prices increased over the same period.Flash drive prices (MLC, TLC and QLC) fell from an average of $0.085/GB to just under $0.079/GB. Thats a 7% decrease.At the same time, SAS spinning disk prices per gigabyte rose from $0.041 to $0.049, a rise of 18%. The reason isnt apparent, but there was a flurry of high-capacity HDD drive launches in 2024, including Western Digitals 32TB (terabyte) shingled drive and Toshibas 24TB and 28TB units.Prior to the recent two quarters, flash drive prices had fallen in the first three quarters of 2024 to $0.085/GB. That was a slide of just above 10% since April and followed price-per-gigabyte highs earlier in the year.Flash prices hit a recent ceiling in late 2023 and the early months of 2024 when drive makers slowed production in an attempt to raise prices and boost profitability. SSD prices per gigabyte reached an average of $0.095 by April 2024, which was a rise of 26.67% since autumn 2023.Many at the time believed SSD prices would achieve even greater highs in 2024, but while production increased, customer demand did not, and prices decreased.Meanwhile, average spinning disk (SAS and SATA) hard drive prices have hardly moved, with a rise since September 2024 from $0.039 to $0.041 now. That, however, masks the 18% increase in SAS drive prices over the same period.The figures here result from exclusive analysis by Computer Weekly that gathers drive prices weekly from Amazon.com that are aggregated byDiskprices.com(see graph). Since March 2023, more than 65,000 drive prices and specs have been amassed, with averages calculated every week for TLC, QLC and MLC/unspecified flash drives, as well asSAS and SATA spinning disk.The analysis uses Diskprices.coms collation of new drive prices that it takes from Amazon.com, with an average of more than 500 disk prices and specifications processed each week. Data is then filtered by flash and spinning disk type and average price per gigabyte calculated for each week.While the analysis is based on Amazon.com prices, which are aimed at consumers and SME customers, the volume of data gathered helps to show trends in drive pricing. We use it here as a proxy for drive prices because of the absence of price data from enterprise drive and storage array makers.Price per gigabyte is a major consideration for customers, but total cost of ownership over a drives lifecycle is also important, with purchase cost, energy usage and maintenance costs key among them.Data gathered covers drives that range in capacity from less than 1TB up to 26TB for HDDs and up to 12TB for SSDs, with an average of 3.8TB per drive offered for sale.SSD costs more per drive to buy than spinning disk, but maintenance costs are often lower. Cloud storage provider Backblaze whichpublishes reliability figuresfor the 300,000-plus drives in its estate found its SSDannual failure rate(AFR) to be 0.9% in mid-2023. Theres been no SSD AFR stats for SSDs from Backblaze since, but for HDDs the figure for 2024, reported in February 2025, was 1.57%.Read more about flash and HDDStorage technology explained flash vs HDD: In this guide, we examine the differences between flash storage and HDD, the rise of NVMe and much denser formats such as QLC, and whether or not flash will vanquish HDD in the all-flash datacentre.Flash prices drop as drive production increases but demand lags: Flash prices were high in the early part of this year as a result of manufacturer production squeezes but have since dropped because demand has been slack, with flash now costing just under $0.10 per gigabyte.In The Current Issue:An action plan for net zero compatible with budget constraintsWhat is Dunelm doing for women in tech?Download Current IssueSLM series - IBM: Why smaller AI models unlock value at the edge CW Developer NetworkDigital Disruption, the Future of Work, and the Evolving Role of Print Quocirca InsightsView All Blogs

The HP OmniStudio X 31.5 pairs a stunning 32-inch display with a respectable suite of hardware, making it a versatile addition to any home office.