Measuring at just 0.80-inch x 0.61-inch x 0.27-inch, the EMTEC S100 Micro USB Flash drive is one of the smallest flash drives in the world. The S100 USB flash drive is ideal for use with notebook computers and tablets. Thanks to its miniature size, the S100 sits almost flush with the surface of the laptop, making it a perfect flash drive for end users to seek interminable access to a secondary storage device. The S100 comes with a cap to keep the USB hub protected when not in use, as well as a quick-release strap to easily attach the flash drive to a key chain, bag or cell phone. It is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. The 4GB, 8GB and 16GB models are priced at $15, $27 and $52, respectively. [EMTEC]
Buffalo has recently introduced three new USB flash drives, the RUF2-HSCLT, RUF2-HSCLTV and RUF2-HSCLTV3. Available in 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB and 32GB of storage capacities, these storage devices come equipped with AES 256-bit hardware encryption. Two of these flash drives also come pre-loaded with the Trend Micro antivirus software that automatically scans every file transferred. The Buffalo RUF2-HSCLTV offer a 1 year Trend Micro subscription, while the Buffalo RUF2-HSCLTV3 has a 3-year Trend Micro anti-virus subscription. The Buffalo RUF2-HSCLT provides only a hardware encryption. The Buffalo RUF2-HSCLT, RUF2-HSCLTV and RUF2-HSCLTV3 will be available later this month in Japan with price ranging from $76.6 and $360. [TCMagazine]
Designed by Wonchul Hwang, the AA USB is a combination of an AA battery and a USB flash drive. This gadget features a retractable USB port, allowing you to recharge the AA battery via a USB port on your computer or save your files on a built-in flash drive. Too bad, it is only a concept. [Yanko]
The Skeleton Key Flash drive resembles an old skeleton key. This super lightweight plastic USB drive is actually the “key” for transporting all your photos, files and music. Available in pink, black, or white, the Skeleton Key Flash Drive comes with a 2GB of storage capacity. $58 is all you need to bring home this fancy USB Flash drive. [Fredflare]
Lexar will launch the innovative Echo MX and ZX backup drives that are compatible with both Mac and Windows. Available in capacities of 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB, the Lexar Echo MX back-up drive provides a 128-bit AES encryption with a built-in Lexar Echo backup software. The device comes equipped with an easy-to-read, always-on capacity meter that displays available backup space, even when disconnected from a computer. The Echo MX also offers speeds up to 28MB/s read and 10MB/s write on lower capacities and speeds up to 30MB/s read and 17MB/s write for the 128GB capacity.
The Lexar Echo ZX back-up drive provides all the benefits of a larger backup device in a tiny, plug-and-stay USB form factor. Available in 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB of storage capacities, the device offers a 128-bit AES encryption and high-performance speeds up to 28MB/s read and 10MB/s write on the 8GB capacity drive, and up to 28MB/s read and 15MB/s write speeds on the 16GB and 32GB capacities. The Lexar Echo MX will be available in the first quarter of 2011, while the Echo ZX is scheduled for availability in Spring of 2011. Price for these products range from $44.99 to $499.99 for the Echo MX and $44.99 to $139.99 for the Echo ZX. [TCMagazine]
The iTwin USB device is now available in the US market in a limited quantity. The first batch is limited to just 50 units. The iTwin is a USB file sharing dongle that can be split into two parts. You just have one plugged into your computer and the other plugged into your friend’s computer to allow the two computers to share file over the Internet. What makes the iTwin more special is that it uses the 256-bit AES encryption to ensure the data is transferred over a secure channel. Available in gunmetal gray and lime green, the iTwin USB Flash drive is priced at $99 plus $10 for delivery, with more units becoming available in early 2011. [Geeky Gadgets]
SplashData today launched a USB flash-drive version of its SplashID password manager, SplashID Key Safe. It is a USB drive with a 2GB of storage space and comes pre-installed for both Windows and Mac OS. Just plug the key into the USB slot of any computer, enter your password, and SplashID will launch with your data. Pull the key out, and not a trace of SplashID nor any of your data remains on the computer. The Key Safe features web page auto-fill and an option to sync with databases. It also uses auto search to find records by entering the first few letters of the name in the search field. The SplashData SplashID Key Safe is priced at $29.95 with free shipping. [SplashData]
The TRON Sam Flynn Light Cycle 4GB and 8GB USB drives are inspired by the Disney TRON Universe. Available in white or black, the USB flash drive is the perfect solution for your portable storage needs. Complete with a flashing light-up wheel base, the 8GB White Light Cycle driven by Kevin Flynn is an exact replica of the Disney TRON bike. The TRON Kevin Flynn Light Cycle 4GB version retails for $24.99, while the 8GB version retails for $34.99. [ChipChick]
Transcend has rolled out a couple of new flash drives in the form of the JetFlash 600 and JetFlash 620. These flash drives provide a huge 64GB of storage space, allowing users to store over 16,000 high-quality pictures or songs, 640 minutes of Full HD videos, or limitless amount of documents in a tiny thumb-sized storage device. The JetFlash 600 and JetFlash 620 boast read speeds of up to 32MB/s and write speeds of up to 18MB/s. What’s more, the JetFlash 620 comes bundled with Transcend’s exclusive JetFlash SecureDrive software that helps safeguard users’ confidential data by creating a private, password-protected area on their JetFlash drive, ensuring that their sensitive data never falls into the hands of hackers, nosy co-workers, curious family members or identity thieves. The JetFlash 600 and JetFlash 620 are currently available in 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64GB of storage capacities. [PCLaunches]
Super Talent has recently unveiled the new Pico Mini USB flash drives series that consists of two models, the Pico Mini C and Pico Mini D. The Pico Mini C has a retractable USB connector that tucks away inside a case, while the Pico Mini D has a case that slides up and down to hide the USB connector. What’s more, the Mini D also has a connector that will let you hang it on a key ring though. Both models are offered in 2GB to 32GB of storage capacity. [Slashgear]
