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Product Launch and Transition

Seagate Technology Holdings plc · 2026-08-07 · Importance 46 · Surprise 42

Seagate is ramping Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) technology to increase areal density in high-capacity hard disk drives. HAMR is being positioned to support continued growth in nearline and AI-related storage while improving product economics through higher capacity and favorable mix. Reports also highlight execution and manufacturing risks associated with the HAMR ramp.

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