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Western Digital Exits SSD Market, SanDisk to Lead Future Developments and Products

by James O'Donnell
March 7, 2025
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Western Digital seems to be making a significant pivot in their business strategy by stepping away from the SSD market altogether. Instead, they’re doubling down on their HDD production, specifically targeting the AI segment, signaling a rather unexpected shift in focus.

A major change on the horizon involves SanDisk taking over Western Digital’s SSD operations. This transition could lead to popular product lines like WD_BLACK undergoing a rebranding, potentially emerging as SD_BLACK. The storage sector has been experiencing some bumps recently, highlighted by Western Digital’s decision to pull out of the SSD sphere. TechSpot reports suggest Western Digital is redirecting its efforts completely towards its hard disk technology, entrusting its SSD division to SanDisk. For fans of Western Digital’s SSDs, this means that while the brand name might fade, the legacy lives on under SanDisk’s stewardship.

It’s a bit of a shocker, especially for those who’ve come to rely on Western Digital SSDs for their top-tier performance, lining up alongside the likes of Samsung and Crucial for speed and reliability. But rest assured, WD products won’t just vanish off the shelves. SanDisk, known for maintaining quality, will continue to serve the WD faithful.

Why Western Digital made this move remains a mystery, but speculation hints at a promising horizon for HDDs in AI-related applications. CEO Irving Tan expressed optimism about rising HDD shipments driven by market demand, hinting at a strategic focus shift. So, until the AI frenzy stabilizes, it looks like Western Digital will leave the SSD arena.

For customers, this handover to SanDisk influences more than just management changes — the supply chain, after-sales services, and even product naming conventions will reflect the transition. Expect to see “WD” morph into “SD” on store shelves. For all its worth, Western Digital has certainly been a staple in our tech lives.

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