
The iStor i3 HDD enclosure from Sarotech features both a new Fan-less cooling system and a super fast USB 3.0 interface. The device delivers up to 4.8 Gbits/s data-transfer speeds. The company will launch the iStor i3 in the South Korean market for 145,000 Won or around $137. [Yes24]

Most people like a flashy design, but if it can’t be backed up by a useful product then what good is it? Logitec Japan has just released a nice and simple HDD Enclosure with a 2TB hard drive inside. It will be usable not only with your PC but also with PS3 through Torne or with your TV to back up your recorded videos. This gadget will be released in Japan for 19,000 Yen or approx. $206. [Akihabara]

Icy Dock has begun shipping their newest 4-bay HDD Enclosure, the MB561US-4S-1. Measuring 234.9mm x 141mm x 175mm, the device features an aluminum alloy body covering, a USB 2.0 port, an eSATA port and can accommodate four 3.5-inch SATA drives with a maximum capacity of 2TB. In addition, it also comes with shock-absorbing HDD trays, a built-in fanless power supply and a detachable 3-speed 80mm ball bearing fan. The Icy Dock MB561US-4S-1 is now available for purchase via Newegg for $269.99. Read more

Century has finally released the latest version of Ikkoichi 2.5-inch HDD enclosure. FYI, the first generation of this hard drive enclosure comes with two FireWire 400 ports but only supports IDE HDDs. The new model features one USB 2.0 port and two FireWire 400 ports and support of SATA 2.5-inch HDDs. If you are interested, you can purchase the Ikkoichi HDD Enclosure for 5,600 Yen ($62). [Product Page]

If you do, then Raidon’s STARAY S3 might be the answer you’ve been looking for. S3 creates world’s first keypad password 2.5” HDD enclosure to access to locked partition in your HDD. S3 enables hard disk partitioning into public and private (X-Zone design) part, enabling information saved in X-Zone under 100% protection. Furthermore, unlike the regular encryption enclosure box, S3 enclosure encrypts with unique security code, which is called S-Code design. People without the specific access are not allowed to decrypt S-Code or access to X-Zone part. Priced at $69. [Raidon]