Samsung has developed what it claims to be the fastest MultiMediaCard Micro (MMCmicro) to date. The 1 GB device, designed for mobile phones, digital cameras and audio players, writes at up to 7.12 MB/s and reads at 7.38 MB/s. According to Samsung, it operates at 3.3 or 1.8 volts, with the latter version consuming 82% less power than other micro-sized cards. The 12x14x1.1-mm MMCmicro will only be available in the third quarter.