SanDisk announced the phase-out of the WD name. 🚨
One of the SSD brands that many people in Thailand should be familiar with, can't escape WD with the memory of good things, good prices, easy to buy, but this familiar name is about to become a thing of the past because WD Blue and WD Black are officially coming to an end.
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At CES 2026, SanDisk announced a major rebrand, ending the use of the WD name in all internal SSD groups and launching a new brand under the name "SANDISK Optimus" to replace WD Blue and WD Black from 2026 onwards.
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This change comes behind SanDisk clearly separating its structure from Western Digital and wanting to place itself as a brand that focuses on the full SSD business.
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SANDISK Optimus is designed to be easier to understand by dividing the product range according to the characteristics of use clearly. No need to interpret how strong the color is. Even seriously, many people are already familiar with the WD color system. Just seeing the name is enough to guess which model is in which position.
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- SANDISK Optimus Standard Edition, which is a take-over from the former WD Blue, emphasizes cost-effectiveness, comprehensive use, fits regular users, daily tasks.
- SANDISK Optimus GX For gamers that require a step more strength, emphasize load speed and more sensitive response. This model replaces WD Black in the entry to mid-range.
- SANDISK Optimus GX PRO, the flagship model that inherits strength from WD Black, the top body, designed for people who want the most of performance, not to focus on saving, ask for the best, the best.
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SanDisk stated that this rebranding is not just a name change, but a completely new line-up to make it easier for consumers to choose from in an era when SSDs have multiple grades, multiple technologies, from PCIe 4, PCIe 5, with new package designs to see and think more of SanDisk.
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For those who are worried about whether the brand name change will change quality, SanDisk confirms that this change is primarily about name and image. Product structure, technology and quality standards continue to build on the former WD Blue and WD Black. Don't worry about quality.
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Source: Ars Technica







































































