Samsung is ready to release a revamped version of its STORY Station external hard drive that comes with the eSATA interface offering a super fast data transfer speed of up to 3Gbps. Available in 1TB, 1.5TB, and 2TB of storage capacities, the storage device is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 interface with a slower transfer rate of 40Mbps.
The 3.5-inch Story Station Plus drive is encased in aluminum and features Samsung’s low standby power design, which reduces standby power by 96% to 0.1W from the usual 2.5W. Samsung will release the STORY Station Plus worldwide very soon. The 2TB model is priced at $299. [Press Release]
That’s right! Buffalo has finally released their USB 3.0 external hard drive (the HD-HXU3). Available in 1TB ($200), 1.5TB ($250), and 2TB ($400) models, the package includes Memeo AutoBackup and a one year warranty. FYI, the Buffalo HD-HXU3 provides transfer speeds of up to 125MB/s and supports backwards compatible to a slower USB 2.0 interface. [Engadget]
The PQI H560 is not your ordinary portable hard drive. It is a 2.5-inch portable hard drive that can withstand vibration and shock – in compliance with US military grade MIL-STD-810F 516.5 procedure IV (transit drop test) specifications. Available in 320GB, 500GB and 640GB of storage capacities, the PQI H560 uses a special rubber material and a unique internal shock-absorption suspension technology that provide the hard drive with the ultra protection. Watch the video after the jump to get more info. Read more
Imation Corp. today announced the availability of its much-anticipated Pro WX Wireless USB hard drive in the US market. Built on Imation’s award-winning platform of external hard drive products, the Imation Pro WX drive is the world’s first Wireless USB external hard drive providing fast data transfer rates, speed and capacity required in today’s graphics and data intensive environments. This external hard drive can transfer data at 15MB/s and provides 1.5TB of storage space, which can store up to 300,000 photos and up to 750-hours of video. The Imation Pro WX Wireless USB Hard Drive will be available soon for $449.99. [Press Release]
Hitachi has upgraded its SimpleDrive external hard drive series by releasing the 2TB model. Priced at $249.99, the Hitachi 2TB SimpleDrive boasts a Turbo USB 2.0 interface, which is reported to be 25% faster than traditional USB 2.0 interface. This vertical external hard drive is also available in 500GB and 1TB versions. The 500GB model is priced at $99.99, meanwhile the 1TB model retails for $129.99. All models are compatible with both PCs and Mac platforms. [Geeky Gadgets]
If you’re one of those people who get paranoid when it comes to hiding your external HDD, check out this newbie from Digital CowBoy. With their W-31UA, you’ll have the best disguise ever. An external HDD that looks just like a vintage book. The disk uses USB 2.0/1.1 with 3.5” SATA HDD and measuring at 200 x 159.5 x 40 mm. No words on the pricing yet but I’m definitely looking forward to seeing them in local stores soon. [Akihabara]
If you are a MacBook Air owner who needs extra storage for your important data, then you should buy the Iomega’s latest eGo external USB hard drive. This storage device is specially built for MacBook Air and offers 320GB storage. The Iomega eGo Hard Drive comes in an aluminum chassis and retails for $150 each. [Boing Boing]
Western Digital has released its My Passport Essential 320GB external hard drive in the Korean market. Available in eleven eye-catching colors, the drive weights at just 0.1kg and encrypts everything on the drive for added security with 128-bit encryption. The external hard drive draws power from your USB port. [AVING] Read more
LaCie has itroduced its 500GB Rugged Hard Drive. Designed by Neil Poulton, the device features a scratch-resistant aluminum shell and shock-resistant rubber case. The hard drive is available in USB 2.0 model or the bus-powered version that supports USB 2.0, FireWire 400 and FireWire 800. Priced at $400, this 500GB Rugged Hard Drive comes pre-loaded with a backup software. [SlipperyBrick]
The Buffalo DriveStation Combo4 external hard drive supports USB 2.0, eSATA, FireWire 400, two FireWire 800 connectivity. The device compatibles with Windows and Mac platforms. The hard drive is available in 320GB, 500GB, and 1TB capacities and retail for $156, $184, and $319, respectively. [Engadget]
