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Lexar ES5 Magnetic SSD Hits Market With MagSafe Mounting and 2000MB/s Speeds

It is designed for high‑bitrate phone video using a magnetic mount for on‑device recording.

Overview

  • The drive is on sale now in 1TB for $119.99 and 2TB for $199.99, with a 4TB version slated for North America in Q1 2026.
  • Lexar cites up to 2000MB/s read and write performance over USB 3.2 Type‑C, and the SSD works with phones, tablets, and PCs.
  • It enables Apple ProRes recording at 4K/60fps on iPhone 15 Pro models and up to 4K/120fps on iPhone 16 and 17, and supports Samsung Pro Video up to 8K/30fps on Galaxy S25.
  • The ES5 attaches magnetically to MagSafe iPhones and includes a stick‑on metal ring for mounting to non‑MagSafe devices or surfaces.
  • Lexar claims IP65 dust and water resistance and drop protection to 3 meters; independent third‑party testing has not yet been reported.