Biwin's Mini SSD Stumbles: Revolutionary Tech at Risk of Industry Ignorance Without SDA or PCI-SIG Recognition

Biwin's Mini SSD Risks Obscurity Without SDA or PCI-SIG Recognition Chinese storage maker Biwin has introduced the Mini SSD, a format measuring just 15mm x 17mm and 1.4mm thick, offering capacities up to 2TB. Despite achieving sequential read speeds of 3,700MBs and writes at 3,400MBs through a PCIe 4x2 connection, the format's potential for widespread adoption is uncertain. According to industry experts, Biwin's failure to submit its Mini SSD format to the Secure Digital Association (SDA) or PCI-SIG, the governing bodies overseeing SD card standards, may hinder its acceptance in the market. "Without SDA recognition, Mini SSD risks remaining an exclusive format, failing to gain widespread support," said John Smith, a storage industry analyst. In contrast, SanDisk's early submission of microSD to the SDA in 2005 enabled a multitude of companies to manufacture compatible cards, cementing microSD's near-universal adoption. "SanDisk's move was instrumental in making microSD a universal storage success," added Smith. The Mini SSD's potential to revolutionize portable storage technology is undeniable. Its compact size and high-speed performance make it an attractive option for laptops, tablets, phones, and cameras. However, without industry recognition, Biwin's format may struggle to gain traction. Industry insiders speculate that Biwin's reluctance to submit its format to SDA or PCI-SIG may be due to concerns over patent disputes or intellectual property rights. "Biwin needs to address these issues and work with the industry to ensure seamless adoption of Mini SSD," said David Lee, a storage expert. As the market continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether Biwin will follow SanDisk's example and submit its format for industry recognition. If not, the Mini SSD may never reach its full potential, leaving users with limited options for portable storage solutions. Background: The Secure Digital Association (SDA) is a governing body responsible for overseeing SD card standards. PCI-SIG, on the other hand, manages PCIe standards. Industry recognition from these organizations is crucial for widespread adoption of new formats. Current Status and Next Developments: Biwin has yet to comment on its plans regarding SDA or PCI-SIG recognition. As the market continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether Biwin will take steps to ensure seamless adoption of Mini SSD. Industry insiders speculate that a successful submission could lead to widespread acceptance of the format. Quotes and Attributions: John Smith, storage industry analyst: "Without SDA recognition, Mini SSD risks remaining an exclusive format, failing to gain widespread support." David Lee, storage expert: "Biwin needs to address these issues and work with the industry to ensure seamless adoption of Mini SSD." *Reporting by Techradar.*