Speculations surrounding a new Nintendo console, the successor to the popular Switch, are gaining momentum. What initially began as regular leaks from insiders has now been bolstered by journalists’ reports and further supported by tangible evidence from the tech industry. Presently, it seems almost certain that the Switch 2 will arrive late this year or early 2025, according to the latest rumors.

Adding fuel to the fire, Samsung has recently unveiled a new type of memory card, sparking intrigue among enthusiasts. Although not inherently suspicious, the card boasts impressive speeds and capacities. Samsung’s explanation for its development has left people wondering:

“For the first time in the industry, Samsung has introduced a new high-performance microSD card based on the SD Express interface. The development was the result of a successful collaboration with a customer to create a custom product.”

The question arises: who is this customer in need of such a demanding 800 MB/s microSD card? Speculation hasn’t ruled out Nintendo, especially considering rumors of the company’s plans to launch the Switch 2 this fall. Having a genuinely fast memory card in generous capacities would undoubtedly benefit gaming, and the timing seems incredibly fitting.

While the transfer speeds still lag significantly behind SSDs (5500 MB/s in Playstation 5), given rumors suggesting that the Switch 2 will be comparable to a Playstation 4 in digital horsepower, there will be less data to shuffle around. This would mark a significant leap forward from the original Switch, potentially enhancing the gaming experience for millions of users worldwide.

Source: Wccftech