Berlin – September 08, 2026 -- Lexar has unveiled the Muse Ultra-Slim Portable SSD, calling it the world's thinnest portable SSD, at IFA 2026 in Berlin as the company marks its 30th anniversary. The drive will launch in 512GB and 1TB capacities starting Q4 2026, with pricing and regional availability varying by market.
The Muse tapers to just 1mm at its edge
The card-like drive measures approximately 3.8mm at its thickest point, narrowing to 1mm at the edge, thanks to a precision-machined unibody metal enclosure formed from a single piece of metal. Inside, a custom ultra-thin PCB and high-density NAND stacking maximize space without sacrificing performance.
The drive attaches magnetically via Lexar's proprietary PogoPin connection and a supplied SnapLink Magnetic Cable, using a spring-loaded-pin interface and N52-grade neodymium magnets. A magnetic carry sleeve lets users mount the SSD directly to the back of compatible MagSafe iPhone models.
Speeds reach 1,050 MB/s for read performance
The Muse delivers read speeds up to 1,050 MB/s and write speeds up to 1,000 MB/s. It works with iPhone, iPad, Mac and other USB-C devices, and supports direct external recording of Apple ProRes 4K video at up to 120 fps on compatible iPhones. iPhone compatibility requires a USB-C-equipped model from the iPhone 15 series or later, with MagSafe and ProRes recording support varying by device and case.
Next-gen AI storage hits 11 GB/s bandwidth
Lexar also showcased its AI Storage Core lineup, including next-generation AI-grade Gen5 SSD and Storage Stick concepts offering bandwidth up to 11 GB/s. These are designed for compact AI devices needing larger local model storage, faster model switching, and lower-latency data access.
The technology relies on Longsys' self-developed Gen5 controller SPU, built on a 5nm process with a DRAM-less architecture, paired with Lexar's Luma Bridge software. Luma Bridge uses predictive prefetch and optimized cache management to cut DRAM capacity requirements by roughly 40% while handling large Mixture-of-Experts models.
Lexar targets EV dashcams and commercial PC builders
Beyond consumer products, Lexar presented its client SSD portfolio with PCIe Gen3 and Gen4 options for system builders and commercial deployments. The company also introduced a Dashcam USB Flash Drive Series built for continuous loop recording in EVs, featuring high-endurance firmware and a compact, low-profile design suited to demanding in-car temperatures.
Lexar's IFA 2026 showcase runs from September 4 through September 8 at Messe Berlin, Level 1, Hall 20, Stand 101, in the Content Creation area near the North Entrance.