Toshiba is ready to release the STOR.E PARTNER portable HDD series in the European market. The device supports the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology and offers up to 1TB of storage space. The Toshiba STOR.E PARTNER comes bundled with the Nero BackItUp and Burn Essentials software that allows you to automate and schedule backups, restore lost, damaged or deleted data. Available in black, blue, lime green, and orange, the Toshiba STOR.E PARTNER will be available during the fourth quarter of 2011. No word yet on pricing. [PCLaunches]
Toshiba Europe today introduced the new STOR.E TV 2 multimedia hard drive. Available up to 2TB of storage space, the STOR.E TV 2 allows you to enjoy photos, videos and music in the comfort of your sofa by simply connecting the device to a TV. When a camcorder is connected via USB to STOR.E TV 2, content can be streamed from the camcorder directly to the TV without the need of a computer. Available in matt black or matt white, the Toshiba STOR.E TV 2 multimedia hard drive will be launched in the fourth quarter of 2011 in Europe. Too bad, there is no info on pricing so far. [Toshiba Europe]
Seagate today introduced the GoFlex Turbo External USB 3.0 HDD with SafetyNet data recovery services (DRS). SafetyNet data recovery is the first recovery service offering by a hard drive manufacturer to be included as part of the purchase price of an external drive. With the latest super speed USB 3.0 interface and RPMs clocked at 7200, the GoFlex Turbo drive is equipped to handle transfer speeds up to 40% faster than that of its USB 2.0, 5400-RPM siblings. The Seagate GoFlex Turbo is now available from Best Buy for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $119.99 for 500GBs and $139.99 for 750GBs. [Engadget]
The Taurus Mini Super-S LCM dual-bay storage system offers high performance with RAID 0 as well as secure data protection with RAID 1. Available in black or white, the device can hold two 2.5-inch SATA hard drives, which can be replaced easily due to the removable tray system. It comes equipped with a built-in LCD display to show important status information and alerts. What’s more, the Taurus Mini Super-S LCM also has an extra-large heat sink to keep the hard drive cool. If you are interested, you can buy the Taurus Mini Super-S LCM dual-bay storage system for $117.89 each. Read more
Iomega today released the new Mac Companion Hard Drive. Available in 2TB or 3TB of storage capacity, this storage device features a high-powered 2.1 Amp USB charging port designed specifically for charging iPad, iPhone, or iPod. The Iomega Mac Companion Hard Drive utilizes a fast 7200 RPM 3.5-inch hard drive formatted HFS+ for compatibility with Mac computers right out of the box. Rather than sitting off to the side and being in the way, the space-saving design of the Mac Companion Hard Drive allows it to fit perfectly on the base of your Apple iMac or your Apple monitor. Other features include two FireWire 800 ports, one USB 2.0 port, and a two-port integrated USB 2.0 hub that lets you connect multiple devices such as a printer or other external storage device. The 2TB model is priced at $195, while the 3TB model retails for $295. [Engadget]
Hitachi today introduced two new external hard drives, which are part of the Hitachi Touro family. Known as the Touro Pro Desktop and Pro Mobile, both storage devices deliver two levels of protection such as local backup and cloud storage to help protect, transport and store your photos, music, videos and documents for easy access from anywhere. For your info, the cloud storage is very resilient and can survive things like theft, flood or fire. Every customer receives 3GB of online storage for free and for more storage there is an option to upgrade to a quarter of a terabyte (250GB) for only $49 per year, which includes multiple computer protection. [Product Page]
Samsung Electronics will launch its new family of hard disk drives, including two portable drives and a desktop storage station. Supporting the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface, these new external hard drives provide data transfer speeds of up to 5 gigabits per second, allowing users to transfer a 25GB full HD movie in just four minutes.
The entry-level M2 Portable comes with a wave-like matte finish that covers scratches and fingerprints, with curved sides for a comfortable grip. It is available in densities of up to 1TB, USB 2.0/3.0 interface, and four color options such as Brown Black, Noble Beige, Mist Gray and Clay Orange. The premium C2 Portable 3.0 features an iF award-winning design with a transparent high-gloss cover and an in-depth crystallized pattern. This premium series also comes with convenient back-up solution, Samsung Drive Manager, for an advanced user experience. Available in Mystic Gray and Ruby Red, the C2 Portable 3.0 supports a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface with up to 1TB of storage space.
The M3 Station is designed for desktop applications. This storage device has rounded corners that give it a slimmer form factor for less desktop space. There is also a LED light on the face of the drive that indicates the operation status. Available in Brown Black or Noble Beige, the Samsung M3 Station supports both USB 2.0/3.0 interfaces with up to 2TB of storage space. These new external hard drives will be released in Q2 2011. The M2 Portable series will be released in mid-April 2011, while the C2 Portable and M3 Station are expected to be available in May 2011. [Korea Times]
Seagate is ready to launch the GoFlex Slim portable hard drive, which is claimed to be the world’s slimmest portable hard drive. Measuring at only 9mm thick, the storage device comes equipped with a fast 7200 RPM internal drive for file transfers that are up to 40% faster than 5400 RPM drives. What’s more, the GoFlex Slim supports USB 3.0 connectivity and works with both Mac and PC computers. The 320GB Seagate GoFlex Slim is now available for $99.99 each. [Seagate]
Buffalo’s MiniStation HD-PCT500U2/V portable USB hard drive offers a compact, sleek, lightweight and portable storage solution. You can store, back up and transport digital images, music and other files without taking up space on your PC’s hard drive. Available in 500GB of storage space, the Buffalo MiniStation HD-PCT500U2/V comes equipped with a dedicated docking station that can fit behind most TV to give you the possibility to record your favorite TV show directly on this new Mini Station. The Buffalo MiniStation HD-PCT500U2/V will be released in Japan later this month for 9,480 Yen or around $114. [Buffalo]
If you are searching for a new encrypting-enabled external HDD, then check out the Buffalo HDS-CXU2. It is a 3.5-inch HDD for desktop storage and comes loaded with some powerful specifications. This new external hard drive brings SecureLock Manager software, allowing administrators to adjust different levels of security depending on user’s needs. Measuring 175mm x 156mm x 45mm and weighing about 1.1 kg, the Buffalo HDS-CXU2 is bundled with ecoManager and is capable of saving up to 17% of power consume. The 1TB and 2TB models are priced at $203 and $280, respectively. [TheTechJournal]
