The award-winning company, Plextor, which has been a leader in the technology market for many years, has announced the end of its operations. The Japanese brand, known primarily for the production of high-quality CD/DVD drives and SSDs, is making way for a new player in the market.
Plextor is a name that brings back memories for many technology enthusiasts. In the 80s and 90s, it was synonymous with innovation and reliability. Its recorders were a dream come true for every enthusiast. Unfortunately, as is often the case in life, changes came. In 2010, the company was acquired by Lite-On Technology, and later operated under the umbrella of Toshiba.
However, the recent years have been challenging for Plextor. The lack of innovation, especially in the segment of PCI-Express 4.0 or 5.0 storage devices, indicated that the brand has lost its place in the market. According to HKEPC, Toshiba has decided to end the operations of the Plextor brand. It will be replaced by Solid State Storage Technology (SSSTC), which will focus on offering products for corporations, data centers, and the industry.
The closure of the Plextor brand marks the symbolic end of an era in the world of technology. The GoPlextor.com website now redirects users directly to the SSSTC.com website. This is another sign that Plextor is going into a well-deserved retirement.
FAQ
What was Plextor specialized in?
Plextor specialized in the production of CD/DVD drives, recorders, and SSDs.
Which company will replace Plextor in the market?
Solid State Storage Technology (SSSTC) will replace Plextor and will focus on offering products for corporations, data centers, and the industry.
Definitions
PCI-Express 4.0 – a computer interface standard that enables data transfer between computer components.
PCI-Express 5.0 – an even faster computer interface standard that allows data transfer.
SSD (Solid State Drive) – a type of data storage device that uses flash memory instead of mechanical parts.
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