Will there be a next gen Wireless Pro?

What is the My Passport Wireless Pro?

The My Passport Wireless Pro, launched in 2016, was designed as a portable hard drive with built-in Wi-Fi, battery, and media server capabilities — a favorite for photographers and travelers

End of Updates & Support

Western Digital has officially ended support for both the My Passport Wireless Pro and its Mobile App. Firmware updates, feature enhancements, and the app support stopped on 31 December 2024 . The drive still works via USB and basic file sharing, but wireless functionality is officially deprecated.

Will There Be a “Next Gen” Wireless Pro?

Unfortunately, there’s no indication from WD or SanDisk that a new version is in development. The current Wireless Pro remains at firmware v1.04.17, with no sign of a jump to WD’s My Cloud OS 5, which is being rolled out on other devices

. The device is now in an end-of-life state.

Product forums emphasize this reality:

No firmware or software upgrades in years

Hardware still sold, but unlikely to receive updates

Seen as obsolete compared to cloud-based NAS options

Community Reactions

On Reddit, users lament the lack of successors:

“There has not been a firmware update for the Wireless pro for an EXCESSIVELY long 

“Would love to have another device like it… but they are all discontinued.”

One user even compared it to the original, now-discontinued Epson P-series field backup devices

Alternatives If You Want Portable Wireless Storage

Since WD has no updated model coming, here are some options:

1. USB-Based Drives + Travel Router

Combine a standard external drive with a battery-powered travel router that serves a local Wi-Fi hotspot. This replicates the Wireless Pro’s functionality using off-the-shelf components.

2. Smartphone Apps with SMB

Users report success repurposing their existing drives by mounting them via the drive’s SMB share using apps like Solid Explorer on Android

3. NAS or Rugged SSDs

For more power, consider a compact NAS enclosure or rugged Wi-Fi SSDs — though options are limited and often expensive.

Summary

With the My Passport Wireless Pro officially outdated, it’s unlikely WD will launch a “next gen” model. The product line is being phased out without official replacement. Current owners can continue using USB-only functions or try repurposing via SMB access, but don’t expect new firmware, app updates, or wireless features.

If you're looking for a feature-rich successor, you may need to explore other options — travel routers, rugged SSDs, or compact NAS solutions — as this specific product line is largely discontinued.

Final Thoughts

Official updates have stopped as of end-2024 .

No roadmap exists for a new Wireless Pro or similar device.

Community users recommend DIY setups, travel routers, or third-party apps .

If you rely on reliable wireless backups in the field, consider alternate solutions since this line is now in sunset phase.

Let me know if you'd like help exploring those alternatives or setting up a travel router + drive solution!