Several outlets are reporting on the best hard drives and storage devices for 2025 and 2026, including those suitable for network attached storage (nas) and external use. The focus is on various types of storage solutions, including hard disk drives (hdd) and solid state drives (ssd), with some outlets highlighting specific brands and models. The reports appear to cover a range of storage options, from nas devices to external hard drives, with some including reviews and benchmarking results.