USB storage, it is not created equal.

Next time you look to add some storage to your life and begin to take those old iCloud photos to move them into a USB drive. Do not assume that 1TB is equal to 1TB. There is one quality to look for so you don't spend forever at the computer, or even lose some data during transfer. Look for "write speed" some 1TB storage devices are 23 megabits per second, and others with the same 1TB storage have up to 380 megabits per second. Here is the link for a high "write speed" storage flash drive. Remember these come in many shapes sizes and ports. but to have a good experience with your purchase, make sure to check this performance measure before you buy.

I like this one from SanDisk for under $130: https://www.amazon.com/SanDisk-Extreme-Solid-State-Flash/dp/B08GYPZ8GN/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1H4R2571P8EBU&keywords=best%2B1TB%2Busb%2Bdrive&qid=1708273618&sprefix=best%2B1tb%2Busb%2Bdrive%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-5&th=1