The HyperDrive Next, unveiled at CES 2026, is a high-performance enclosure designed for Mac users seeking external storage solutions. Supporting speeds up to 80Gbps via USB 4 v2.0, it accommodates not only SSDs but also other M.2 cards such as AI accelerators. The enclosure includes two USB-C ports—one for data transfer and another for power—and is designed to fit SSDs with built-in heatsinks, which many traditional enclosures do not support. It boasts a tool-free setup and offers IP55 dust and water resistance, enhancing its durability. Performance tests with a 2TB WD Black SN850X SSD showed impressive write speeds of 3167MB/s and read speeds of 3092MB/s, making it comparable to internal SSDs. While priced at $199.99, the HyperDrive Next is positioned as a premium option for users looking for reliable and fast external storage solutions.