Lexar Muse Portable SSD Debuts as World’s Thinnest External Drive at IFA 2026
Lexar unveils the ultra-slim Lexar Muse portable SSD alongside next-generation AI storage and EV dashcam solutions during IFA 2026 in Berlin.
Memory and flash storage manufacturer Lexar has officially introduced the Lexar Muse portable SSD at IFA 2026 in Berlin, unveiling a card-sized magnetic solid-state drive built specifically for mobile videographers and creator workflows.
News About Lexar Muse Portable SSD
Marking the brand’s 30th anniversary, storage hardware developer Lexar announced the debut of the Lexar Muse portable SSD at Messe Berlin. The drive features a precision-machined unibody metal enclosure measuring approximately 3.8 mm at its thickest point and tapering to 1 mm at the outer edge.
The device pairs with a magnetic sleeve equipped with N52 neodymium magnets, allowing users to mount the drive directly to the back of MagSafe-compatible smartphones. Data transfer is handled through a spring-loaded PogoPin magnetic connection using the included SnapLink cable, eliminating bulky hanging cords during handheld shooting.
The drive achieves sequential read speeds up to 1,050 MB/s and write speeds up to 1,000 MB/s over USB-C, enabling direct external Apple ProRes 4K recording at up to 120 frames per second on supported smartphones. In parallel with the consumer drive, Lexar showcased its enterprise AI Storage Core technologies, including a DRAM-less 5 nm Storage Processing Unit (SPU) controller from Longsys and high-endurance USB storage drives engineered for electric vehicle dashcams.
Significance of Lexar Muse Portable SSD
The introduction of the Lexar Muse portable SSD is significant for the digital imaging and consumer storage industries because high-bitrate video recording on smartphones has created major storage bottlenecks for digital creators. High-definition formats like Apple ProRes 4K consume gigabytes of storage within minutes, yet attaching standard desktop-oriented external drives to mobile rigs introduces loose wires and awkward balance.
Integrating magnetic mounting with low-profile PogoPin connectors enables creators to mount external high-speed storage directly behind the handset without interfering with camera gimbals or mobile tripods. The ultra-thin PCB layout and dense NAND flash stacking deliver sustained write speeds capable of handling uncompressed 120 fps video without thermal throttling or dropped frames.
Beyond consumer hardware, Lexar’s preview of its AI Storage Core addresses the rising memory demands of local on-device artificial intelligence. Utilizing intelligent predictive caching reduces dynamic memory requirements by nearly 40%, paving the way for compact mobile devices to run complex AI models locally without excessive battery drain.
Next Steps for Lexar Muse Portable SSD
Following its exhibition at Hall 20 during IFA 2026, Lexar will finalize manufacturing for commercial launch. The drive is scheduled to hit retail shelves and online distribution channels in 512GB and 1TB storage capacities starting in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Looking ahead, Lexar will expand its commercial footprint across OEM PC hardware and automotive sectors. Product engineering teams will continue validating the high-endurance Dashcam USB series with global electric vehicle manufacturers while advancing PCIe Gen5 AI storage architectures for next-generation mobile computing platforms.
