Samsung has introduced a new series of microSD cards inspired by SEGA’s iconic Sonic the Hedgehog franchise.
Dubbed the Sonic the Hedgehog PRO Plus series, these cards combine striking character designs with high durability and impressive performance, catering to gamers, content creators, and tech enthusiasts alike.
The series offers four variants with unique designs and capacities:
- 128GB (Knuckles): Priced at $23.99, featuring a red Knuckles icon.
- 256GB (Tails): Priced at $36.99, showcasing a yellow Tails icon.
- 512GB (Sonic): Priced at $68.99, displaying a blue Sonic icon.
- 1TB (Shadow): Priced at $125.99, featuring a black Shadow icon.
These cards deliver sequential read and write speeds of up to 180 MB/s and 130 MB/s, respectively, with A2 application performance ratings. Customers who sign up on Samsung’s official website can enjoy a 30% discount and receive notifications when the cards become available.
Engineered for extreme durability, the Sonic PRO Plus cards can withstand challenging conditions:
- Submersion in salt water (3% concentration) up to 1 meter deep for 72 hours.
- High temperatures, magnetic fields, and X-ray exposure.
- Drops from heights exceeding 4.8 meters.
Jim Kiczek, Vice President of Memory Marketing at Samsung Electronics America, highlighted the appeal of blending Sonic’s legacy with Samsung’s technology:
“Samsung PRO Plus microSD cards offer gamers, content creators, and more a dependable, secure, and efficient way to store large amounts of data—delivering Sonic-speed performance right to your fingertips. With the Sonic the Hedgehog PRO Plus microSD cards, we’re merging the franchise’s beloved characters with the speed and reliability of Samsung PRO Plus microSDs to give your devices the ultimate Sonic-inspired boost.”
The Sonic the Hedgehog PRO Plus microSD series offers users both nostalgic charm and cutting-edge performance, making it a must-have for fans and tech enthusiasts alike.