On February 28, 2024, Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) announced the launch of enhanced Universal Flash Storage (UFS) 4.0 mobile solutions, leading the industry standard. This solution adopts the industry-leading compact UFS package and is based on advanced 232-layer 3D NAND technology, which can achieve up to 1 TB capacity, bringing excellent performance and end-to-end technological innovation to flagship smartphones, helping users enjoy faster Responsiveness and a more responsive experience.
Micron UFS 4.0 doubles the performance with sequential read speeds of up to 4300 MBps and sequential write speeds of up to 4000 MBps, providing a better experience for data-intensive applications. In addition, the solution introduces several proprietary firmware update features, such as High Performance Mode (HPM), One-Button Refresh (OBR), and Zoned UFS (ZUFS), to further elevate mobile flash storage standards and keep smartphones running smoothly at all times state.
Mark Montierth, general manager and corporate vice president of Micron's Mobility Group, said: "Micron's UFS 4.0 solution reduces power consumption while delivering best-in-class storage performance in a compact package. This breakthrough solution will help accelerate the adoption of smartphones. AI functions bring a superior experience to users.”
The compact package design lays the foundation for ultra-thin and energy-saving smartphones, bringing more possibilities to the next generation of foldable and ultra-thin smartphone designs. The new version of UFS 4.0 solution is not only smaller in size, but also improves energy efficiency by 25%, extends battery life, and provides users with a longer usage experience.
Micron's team of engineers has successfully raised the bar for mobile flash memory through innovative proprietary firmware features that help smartphones achieve faster response times. Micron UFS 4.0 is now sampling, offering 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB capacity options to meet users’ growing storage needs, unlock the potential of AI capabilities, and bring higher security and a more convenient data access experience.