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Conner Storage Roars Back at CES 2026
7 Jan
Summary
- Conner, a foundational PC storage company, is relaunching with new portable tech.
- The brand, absent for years, debuted external drives for smartphones at CES.
- New Conner products focus on portability and convenience over sheer capacity.
Conner Peripherals, a brand instrumental in defining the early era of personal storage and establishing the 3.5-inch hard drive format, has reappeared at CES 2026. After fading from consumer view due to industry consolidation and the rise of flash storage, Conner is re-entering the market with a decidedly modern approach.
The company's CES 2026 presentation focused not on traditional hard drives but on portable storage solutions. These new offerings cater specifically to mobile users, featuring compact external drives for smartphone backups, pocket-sized portable SSDs, and hybrid devices that double as battery chargers. Some products even include integrated card readers, enhancing storage flexibility.
Conner's strategic pivot emphasizes convenience and portability, a departure from its past focus on raw capacity. The CEO highlighted the company's commitment to empowering users to manage their data effortlessly in an increasingly mobile world. Initial product introductions are slated for crowdfunding platforms, targeting early adopters and creators before a broader market push.
