Western Digital is not disclosing whether they're using PMR or SMR technology on the hard drives contained within.

Meanwhile, to protect the data, Western Digital offers its WD Backup software that relies on AES-256 hardware encryption. By using both software suites, users can consolidate their data from different sources on a single device. The 1 TB drive uses a thinner enclosure that measures 13.5 mm (0.53”), whereas the models with 2 TB, 3 TB and 4 TB capacities are 21.5 mm (0.85”) thick.Īpart from the new enclosure, the new HDDs feature automatic WD Backup software for local data and content, as well as the company’s new WD Discovery software that backs up users’ data from Facebook, Instagram, Dropbox and Google Drive. The new WD My Passport Ultra external HDDs come in a new metallic enclosure with metallic and matte black gray or white gold finishes that mimics design of other external storage devices by the company. As for capacity and interfaces, the new HDDs continue to offer up to 4 TB of storage space and utilize a USB 3.0 interface. The new hard drives use a new enclosure and come with software that backs up data not only from local PCs, but also from social networks and cloud services.

Western Digital this week refreshed its My Passport Ultra lineup of small form-factor external HDDs.

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