Flash Drive | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net KitGuru.net - Tech News | Hardware News | Hardware Reviews | IOS | Mobile | Gaming | Graphics Cards Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:43:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://www.kitguru.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cropped-KITGURU-Light-Background-SQUARE2-32x32.png Flash Drive | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net 32 32 TeamGroup introduces T-Force Spark RGB USB drive & Elite SDXC memory card https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/joao-silva/teamgroup-introduces-t-force-spark-rgb-usb-drive-elite-sdxc-memory-card/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/joao-silva/teamgroup-introduces-t-force-spark-rgb-usb-drive-elite-sdxc-memory-card/#respond Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:10:32 +0000 https://www.kitguru.net/?p=464437 TeamGroup is about to expand its portable storage solutions portfolio with a new USB flash drive and a new memory card. Both the T-Force Spark RGB USB drive and the Elite SDXC memory card bring a “fresh new look to storage devices” and offer high capacity in a portable format for your data. The Spark RGB …

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TeamGroup is about to expand its portable storage solutions portfolio with a new USB flash drive and a new memory card. Both the T-Force Spark RGB USB drive and the Elite SDXC memory card bring a “fresh new look to storage devices” and offer high capacity in a portable format for your data.

The Spark RGB USB flash drive features a “capless design” that uses a sliding connector. The RGB lighting is located on the opposite side of the connector and works as a smart capacity status indicator, displaying a blue, yellow and red light according to the capacity ratio during data transfers (Windows only). The normal RGB lighting effects still work on other platforms.

Measuring 60.9×20.4×8.6mm (LxWxH) and weighing just 25g, this flash drive will be available with 128GB capacity, using USB 3.2 Gen1 to reach read speeds of up to 180MBps, and write speeds of up to 90MBps.

As per TeamGroup, the Elite SDXC memory card was “designed for mainstream 4K Ultra HD video”, ideal for DSLR cameras. Rated with UHS-I specification and video speed class 30 (V30), this memory card reaches read/write speeds of up to 90/45MBps.

This memory card will be available in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB models. Additionally, it was tested to withstand high temperatures, but it also comes with waterproof, shockproof, anti-X ray and anti-static features.

The T-Force Spark RGB USB will cost $25, while the Elite SDXC card will start at $14.99 for the 64GB model, $22.99 for the 128GB model, and $40.99 for the 256GB model. Both products are backed by a lifetime warranty. Availability details were not shared. You can learn more about the T-Force Spark RGB USB HERE, and the Elite SDXC card HERE.

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KitGuru says: Which one of these storage solutions would better fulfil your needs? Do you like the aesthetics of the Spark RGB USB?

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HyperX Savage 128GB USB 3.1/3.0 Review https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-announcement/matthew-wilson/hyperx-savage-128gb-usb-3-13-0-review/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-announcement/matthew-wilson/hyperx-savage-128gb-usb-3-13-0-review/#comments Thu, 21 Jan 2016 10:46:01 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=279936 Kingston has earned a reputation with its HyperX brand over the last few years. Today, we are taking a look at the HyperX Savage 128GB USB drive, which supports first-generation USB 3.1 technology and promises ‘blazing fast' read and write speeds. How does it hold up? Let's find out! Kingston claims that the HyperX Savage …

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Kingston has earned a reputation with its HyperX brand over the last few years. Today, we are taking a look at the HyperX Savage 128GB USB drive, which supports first-generation USB 3.1 technology and promises ‘blazing fast' read and write speeds. How does it hold up? Let's find out!

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Kingston claims that the HyperX Savage can achieve 350MB/s read and 250MB/s write speeds. Today we are looking at the 128GB model though there is a lower capacity/lower speed 64GB model, as well as a 256GB model for those who require a lot of space for portable files.

Features and Specifications:

  • 350 MB/s read speeds.
  • 250 MB/s write speeds.
  • USB 3.0/3.1 first gen support.
  • Multi-platform compatibility.
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SanDisk unveils new wireless flash drive for PCs and mobile devices https://www.kitguru.net/peripherals/anton-shilov/sandisk-unveils-new-wireless-flash-drive-for-pcs-and-mobile-devices/ https://www.kitguru.net/peripherals/anton-shilov/sandisk-unveils-new-wireless-flash-drive-for-pcs-and-mobile-devices/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2015 01:34:08 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=258962 In the increasingly mobile world, it is very hard to find a storage device that is compatible with all gadgets that are in use, is not expensive, is easy to carry and to use. SanDisk has managed to create one: the SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick can store up to 128GB of data and can be used …

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In the increasingly mobile world, it is very hard to find a storage device that is compatible with all gadgets that are in use, is not expensive, is easy to carry and to use. SanDisk has managed to create one: the SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick can store up to 128GB of data and can be used with Apple, Amazon, Google Android and Windows devices.

The SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick flash drive uses 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi technology to connect to smartphones, tablets and personal computers, which means that it is compatible with all types of modern mobile devices from major producers. The family of SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick drives can store 16GB, 32GB, 64GB or 128GB of data. The wireless pen drives feature integrated battery (which can be charged by simply plugging the device into any USB port) and can operate for up to 4.5 hours.

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The SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick is supported by special apps for Apple iOS, Google Android and Amazon Fire-based devices. The drives can connect to Apple Macintosh or Microsoft Windows personal computers via password-protected Wi-Fi connectivity or via a USB port.

The specially designed apps allow users of mobile devices to upload, download, save, share and play all types of content (music, video, photos, etc.) from a distance, to and from any supported device. Improved performance of the SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick allows to stream HD movies and music to up to three devices at the same time.

“The SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick is designed to give people a simple, intuitive way to save and access all of the great content they create and consume across multiple devices, without breaking the bank,” said Dinesh Bahal, vice president of product marketing at SanDisk.

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The new SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick will replace SanDisk Connect Wireless Flash Drive product, which was released over three years ago. The new drives are smaller, lighter and faster, according to the manufacturer.

The SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick features a one year warranty and is now available at Amazon, BestBuy and SanDisk.com in the U.S. in capacities of 16GB, 32GB, 64GB and 128GB at prices ranging from $29.99 to $99.99. The new drives will hit the U.K. market in about a month time, their prices will range from £27.99 to £79.99.

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KitGuru Says: SanDisk has just updated its product, which has largely remained unique throughout its life cycle. It is unknown whether the new one is considerably better than the old one, but it will certainly remain virtually unrivaled. 

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SanDisk unveils iXpand flash drive with Lightning connector for Apple devices https://www.kitguru.net/lifestyle/mobile/apple/anton-shilov/sandisk-unveils-ixpand-flash-drive-for-apple-devices-with-lightning-connectors/ https://www.kitguru.net/lifestyle/mobile/apple/anton-shilov/sandisk-unveils-ixpand-flash-drive-for-apple-devices-with-lightning-connectors/#respond Sat, 15 Nov 2014 00:00:47 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=221985 SanDisk Corp. this week introduced a solution that could be useful for many owners of the latest iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices with limited amount of built-in NAND flash memory. The SanDisk iXpand flash drive features the Lightning connector and can be used to store various media files saving precious storage space. SanDisk’s iXpand …

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SanDisk Corp. this week introduced a solution that could be useful for many owners of the latest iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices with limited amount of built-in NAND flash memory. The SanDisk iXpand flash drive features the Lightning connector and can be used to store various media files saving precious storage space.

SanDisk’s iXpand flash drives are available in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB versions; the storage devices feature Lightning as well as USB 2.0 connectors to connect to Apple’s mobile devices as well as to Mac OS X or Windows personal computers.

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A special app that SanDisk supplies with the drive allows to quickly offload photos and videos from smartphones and tablets to free up storage space. In addition, the application – which launches when the iXpand Flash Drive is plugged into an iPhone or iPad – allows to playback videos in PC formats (AVI, WMV, MKV, MP4, MOV) on Apple iOS devices.

The iXpand sync app also supports cross-platform encryption, offering consumers the ability to transfer and access their sensitive files from iPhone, iPad, PC and Mac computers. Using the iXpand sync app, files can be password-protected on the drive directly from an iPhone or iPad and then easily decrypted on a Mac or PC and vice versa.

The iXpand Flash Drive will be available in the U.S. at Best Buy stores and at BestBuy.com. Starting November 16, Best Buy stores will exclusively offer the 32GB iXpand Flash Drive at an MSRP of $79.99. The iXpand Flash Drive is available now at SanDisk.com, and is coming soon to select retailers globally. The 16GB and 64GB capacities will be available at $59.99 and $119.99, respectively.

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KitGuru Says: Keeping in mind that loads of Apple iPhones and iPads are bought with only 16GB of NAND flash storage, various ways to expand that storage inevitably get rather popular. So far, those ways either required expensive external hard drives with built-in Wi-Fi or cloud-storage. Today, there are at least two USB drives with the Lightning interface designed specifically for Apple’s mobile devices are on the market. While the iXpand drive looks rather neat, it is just too expensive. $60 for 16GB in 2014 is clearly not a good price for the consumer. But a good way for SanDisk to earn!

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PQI debuts world’s first storage drive with Apple Lightning, USB connectors https://www.kitguru.net/lifestyle/mobile/apple/anton-shilov/pqi-debuts-worlds-first-storage-drive-with-apple-lightning-usb-connectors/ https://www.kitguru.net/lifestyle/mobile/apple/anton-shilov/pqi-debuts-worlds-first-storage-drive-with-apple-lightning-usb-connectors/#respond Wed, 23 Jul 2014 23:00:06 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=204424 Power Quotient International (PQI), a well-known maker of NAND flash and DRAM memory solutions, on Wednesday released the industry’s first flash storage drive with USB 2.0 and Apple Lightning interfaces. The device is designed to backup data from various Apple devices with the Lightning connector in order to free up external storage space. PQI Gmobi …

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Power Quotient International (PQI), a well-known maker of NAND flash and DRAM memory solutions, on Wednesday released the industry’s first flash storage drive with USB 2.0 and Apple Lightning interfaces. The device is designed to backup data from various Apple devices with the Lightning connector in order to free up external storage space.

PQI Gmobi iStick storage drives come in 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities and are compatible with all the latest iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch devices. The Gmobi iStick features a slide switch design: one end is the Lightning interface that allows to upload or backup data from iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, and the other end is a standard USB transmission interface that can be connected to a Mac, PC, or tablet computer. PQI did not reveal the bandwidth of the Gmobi iStick, but said it is greater than that of Wi-Fi, which means that it is likely to be equal to that of the USB 2.0 (480Mb/s).

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Once the storage drive is connected to an Apple device, it requires a special application to access it. The Gmobi iStick app allows to back up documents, photos, videos, music and even contact lists. It can also open up files from other apps and playback media files from the iStick.

“We know that iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch users often worry about a lack of storage capacity,” said Gorden Huang, gobal operations vice president at PQI. “Backups to computers and cloud services can be overly complicated and poses potential security risks, which causes users to constantly have a high risk of losing their data because they're not backing up regularly. The PQI Gmobi iStick enables iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch users to instantly expand their device's storage capacity and easily backup important files.”

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Keeping in mind that Apple’s devices do not support traditional memory cards, the Gmobi iStick seems to be nearly the only portable solution at present that allows to quickly free up storage space on such gadgets. Various makers of external hard drives offer wireless hard drives that can connect to Apple’s iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using a special app, but such drives are slow and bulky.

Pricing of the drives is unknown.

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KitGuru Says: While the drives look really promising and are probably just what the doctor ordered for those, who need to free up storage space on their iOS devices while on the go, it should be noted that the Gmobi iStick drives are too large to be placed into a wallet, but are too small and hence easy to lose when they are held in a pocket.

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Corsair Voyager Go 64GB flash drive https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-announcement/jon-martindale/corsair-voyager-go-64gb-flash-drive/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-announcement/jon-martindale/corsair-voyager-go-64gb-flash-drive/#comments Fri, 18 Apr 2014 07:43:30 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=184649 Go back just a single decade and you would find many high end gaming PC's with 80GB boot drives or some with even smaller 36GB Raptor drives – for added performance. Today multi-terrabyte drives aren't something we bat an eyelid at and most modern smartphones ship with tens of gigabytes of storage space. But what …

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Go back just a single decade and you would find many high end gaming PC's with 80GB boot drives or some with even smaller 36GB Raptor drives – for added performance. Today multi-terrabyte drives aren't something we bat an eyelid at and most modern smartphones ship with tens of gigabytes of storage space. But what if you need a bit more than that? You can always upgrade the internal micro-SD card, but that's a bit of a hassle and can get expensive, especially if you don't need that storage permanently attached. That's where the Voyager Go from Corsair comes in.

It's a 64GB, micro-USB (B) flash drive, that also has a full 3.0 connector on the other end, so you can easily transfer files from a PC/laptop to your phone and vice versa. Corsair say it is designed to be convenient, portable and affordable, but whether it ticks those boxes while offering decent performance still remains to be seen.

Available in three different sizes: 16GB, 32GB and 64GB, the Voyager Go we're looking at today is the biggest and baddest of the lot. Priced at £39 it's also the most expensive too, but it comes with a five year warranty so it should last long enough that by the time you upgrade it, 64GB will be considered tiny.

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Features

  • Designed for Android with USB On-The-Go
  • Dramatically boosts your mobile device’s storage capacity
  • USB 3.0 speed with USB 2.0 compatibility
  • Plug and Play, with no driver or app necessary
  • Includes extra caps and a lanyard for a personalised look and handy access
  • Five year warranty

Phone Support

  • HTC Butterfly
  • HTC Butterfly S
  • HTC New One
  • HTC One X
  • Samsung GALAXY NOTE (GT-N7000)
  • Samsung GALAXY NOTE II (GT-N7100)
  • Samsung GALAXY NOTE III (GT-N900)
  • Samsung GALAXY R (GT-I9103)
  • Samsung GALAXY S2
  • Samsung GALAXY S3
  • Samsung GALAXY S4
  • Samsung MAGA 6″3
  • SONY SONY XPERIA S (LT26i)
  • SONY SONY XPERIA Z (C6602)
  • SONY Xperia TX LT29i
  • Xiaomi 2S

Tablet Support

  • Tablet PC Acer ICONIA A1-810
  • Acer ICONIA_Tab A700
  • ASUS MeMO Pad ME302
  • ASUS MeMO Pad 10 ME102
  • ASUS Transformer Pad TF-100
  • Fujitsu LTE F-01D Y Android 3.2
  • Huawei MediaPad S7-301u(P)
  • Lenovo A3000
  • Samsung Note 8
  • SONY SGPT111JP/S
  • SONY SGPT112TW/S
  • SONY SGPT211JP/S
  • Toshiba AT700/35D
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