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]
If you are searching for a new rugged external hard disk drive, then check out the LaCie Rugged Mini. This storage device is 40% smaller than its predecessor, water-resistant and can withstand one ton of pressure. It also has a rugged sleeve for added protection. The LaCie Rugged Mini supports the USB 3.0 interface, which helps it perform three times faster than the USB 2.0 interface. The gadget can transfer one HD movie in less than three minutes, 1000 MP3 music files in 42 seconds, or 2,000 photos in about one minute. What’s more, the Rugged Mini is backward compatible with USB 2.0. Available in 500GB and 1TB of storage capacities, the LaCie Rugged Mini are priced at $119.99 and $159.99, respectively. Read more
The Oyen Digital UN2 is the world’s smallest 1TB 2.5-inch hard drive on the market. With an ultra-compact size, it fits easily into your pocket for maximum portability. The stylish black enclosure features a unique aluminum body engineered to effectively dissipate heat and allow for silent operation. The storage device fits easily into your pocket for maximum portability. This external hard disk drive draws its power from a USB 2.0 port, eliminating the need for a power adapter. The Oyen Digital UN2 mini portable HDD retails for $110.95. Read more
Sony has introduced its first external hard drive, the HD-PG5. The storage device provides a 500GB of storage on a 2.5-inch disk, while enabling users to connect devices via USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 interface. The device also allows you to record HD content directly from your Bravia TV. The Sony HD-PG5 500GB external hard drive is expected to ship in the UK, France and Germany later this month. [Trusted Reviews]
Clickfree today announced the new C6 Easy Imaging backup solution that allows you to easily backup all of your important data from your computer. To perform a full image backup, you just need to plug this external HDD into the computer’s USB port, and Clickfree’s patented EASY Run will automatically launch and begin backing up everything on the computer. If a computer crashes due to a software malfunction or a virus attack, the company’s patented EASY Fix will restore all the personal files, software applications and the operating system. Available in 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB of storage capacities, the Clickfree C6 EASY Imaging are priced at $140, $180 and $180, respectively. [Softpedia]
The Buffalo LS-XL Series is a combination of a USB/FireWire external HDD and a NAS. The storage device can be accessed via USB, FireWire, Gigabit Ethernet, or outside your network thanks to its DDNS service support. Available in 1TB, 2TB and 3TB models, the Buffalo LS-XL Series will be released in July 2011 for 17,000 Yen ($211), 22,000 Yen ($273), and 28,000 Yen ($348), respectively. [Buffalo]
LaCie and German-based automaker Porsche have collaborated to launch the LaCie Porsche Design Mobile (P’9220) and Desktop (P’9230) USB 3.0 hard disk drives. Both models are housed within a durable and scratch-resistant aluminum to protect your important data. The LaCie Porsche Design Mobile (P’9220) is available in 500GB and 1TB capacities, while the LaCie Porsche Design Desktop (P’9230) comes in 1TB and 2TB capacities. Additionally, the 750GB LaCie Porsche Design Mobile (P’9220) will be available exclusively via Porsche Design Stores. The price starts from $104.99 upwards, depending on the model. [Press Release]
Mitsubishi will launch the REAL Engine LCD-22BLR500 22-inch HDTV in the Japanese market. This all-in-one HDTV comes equipped with a digital TV tuner, a 500GB HDD and a Blu-ray player/burner with AVCREC support. The Mitsubishi LCD-22BLR500 also features an SD card slot, a USB port and an Ethernet port to give you access to most Japanese VOD services including Tsutaya TV. The Mitsubishi REAL Engine LCD-22BLR500 will be available in Japan next month for 100,000 Yen or approx. $1,239. [Mitsubishi]
LaCie today announced the availability of the CloudBox. It is a storage device that offers benefit of both local and cloud storage. With the LaCie CloudBox, you’ve got everything you need for storage and backup. Just copy and paste your files to your CloudBox, and they will automatically be backed up online daily. Your precious data is backed up on a local hard drive and again in the cloud for double protection. The 100GB LaCie CloudBox is priced at $199.99 each. [LaCie]
The Silicon Power Stream S20 portable HDD adopts the latest SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology, allowing the drive to offer up to 5Gb/s of transfer rate. The Stream S20 requires merely 70 seconds for copying a 25GB Blu-ray DVD. The Silicon Power Stream S20 is currently available in 500GB, 640GB, 750GB and 1TB of storage capacities. Too bad, there is no info on pricing at this time. [Silicon Power]
