Toshiba takes Flash memory to 2Gbit

By Matt Whipp

Posted on 10 Sep 2002 at 13:00

Toshiba and SanDisk have developed a 1Gbit Flash memory IC (integrated circuit) to be manufactured using 0.13micron process technology.

While 1Gbit Flash products are available in stacked chips or multi-level-cell-based ICs, this is the first single-level-cell IC of 1Gbit. A Flash memory product that stacks two of the 1Gbit ICs will begin mass production toward the end of this year.

The new memory will also be faster, offering a 10Mbit/sec write speed.

Flash memory is a non-volatile form that retains data even when the device it is used in is switched off, and it is commonly found in portable products such as digital cameras, PDAs and MP3 players.