The next generation SDXC (eXtended Capacity) memory card specification takes micro-storage to the next level with unprecedented storage capacity. <\/p>\n
Not only will SDXC provide gargantuan storage capacity, but it will also provide high speed-data transfer speeds of 103MB per second, with a road map scheduling 300MB per second in the pipeline. <\/p>\n
The new SDXC specification, developed by the SD Association retains the current SD interface.<\/p>\n
“SDXC combines a higher capacity roadmap with faster transfer speeds as a means to exploit NAND flash memory technology as a compelling choice for portable memory storage and interoperability,” said Joseph Unsworth, research director, NAND Flash<\/p>\n
Semiconductors<\/strong><\/p>\n Currently, the two primary uses for SD cards are mobile phones and digital cameras. <\/p>\n At its maximum capacity of 2TB, SDXC will store roughly 100HD movies, 480 hours of HD recording or 136 000 “fine-mode” pictures. <\/p>\n SDXC is the first memory card specification to provide 2TB storage without hindering the high-speed performance necessary for high-end photography. It is said to provide maximum speeds even when the SDXC specification achieves its 2TB storage capacity.<\/p>\n SDXC will use Microsoft’s exFAT file system, making it compatible with any PC running Windows. <\/p>\n The first manufacturer to support the announcement from the SD Association is Panasonic who are currently planning a 64GB SDXC, effectively doubling the current 32GB SDHC maximum. <\/p>\n Prices and availability have yet to be announced. <\/p>\n