
Dane-Elec has introduced a new series of USB flash drives called the Micro Mate. Measuring only 1.7cm x 3cm x 0.3cm, this tiny drive features a USB 2.0 connection interface and provides read and write speeds of up to 35MB/s and 6.5MB/s, respectively. Not to mention, the drive is also High-Speed USB certified and has a 5 year guarantee. The Micro Mate is available in 2GB, 4GB and 8GB versions for £9.99 (about $15), £19.99 (about $30) and £34.99 (about $52), respectively. [Softpedia]

Active Media Products today announced a new range of USB flash drives called the Wink. Measuring only 1.2-inch x 0.5-inch x 0.1-inch, this super-small drive features a high-impact polymer outer shell, a USB 1.1/2.0 connection interface and makes use of COB (Chip-on-Board) technology. Not to mention, this plug-and-play drive is also waterproof and shock resistant. The Wink is now available through Amazon in four different capacities: 2GB, 4GB, 8GB and 16GB for $7.95, $10.95, $19.95 and $37.95, respectively. More

Taiwan-based manufacturer Silicon Power has once again expanded its LuxMini 920 series of USB flash drives by announcing the all new 64GB version. Coming in black with silver chequered pattern, this compact drive features a scratch and fingerprint proof enclosure, a USB 1.1/2.0 connection interface and provides read and write speeds of up to 30MB/s and 20MB/s, respectively. In addition, the drive also has Error Correcting Code (ECC) functionality and Wear Leveling technology to boost its data reliability and extend its lifespan. Pricing info is still unknown at the moment. [Press Release]

Apacer has announced a new series of super-mini USB flash drives in India, the Handy Steno AH127. Ranging from 2GB to 16GB capacities, these ultra compact and lightweight drives utilize the Chip-on-Board (COB) technology, which reduces the size of the USB drive, while protecting the data with waterproof, dustproof and anti-shock functions. In addition, these drives also come with the ACE compression software, to effectively compress data storage capacity. Using the software, the data storage can reach 500% capacity after compression. Sadly, there’s no word on pricing yet. [Softpedia]

Looking for the world’s fastest USB flash drive? Well, be sure to check out the i-Disk Tango 266X from Pretec. Coming in 8GB and 128GB versions, these drives feature MLC NAND flash memory chips, a USB 2.0 interface and provide impressive read and write speeds of 40MB/s and 30MB/s, respectively. Sadly, there’s no word on pricing yet. [Pretec]

LaCie has unveiled its latest USB flash drive that looks like a coin. Available in bronze and silver colors, the LaCie CurrenKey is a USB 2.0 flash drive that is constructed out of metal. The bronze model offers 4GB of storage space, meanwhile the silver version provides a larger 8GB storage capacity. The silver LaCie CurrenKey USB flash drive retails for $19.99. [LaCie] More

Designed by Simone Legno, these Tokidoki Mimobot USB flash drives collection will be released this April 18th at the New York Comic Con event. Available in 1GB, 2GB and 4GB models, the Mimobots consist of Meletta, Pastaio, and Pirate Nero versions. The drives are compatible with Windows, Mac and Windows Vista’s ReadyBoost technology. Each purchase of these cute flash drives will come with preloaded bonus digital content including icons, rich media, and screen savers. I like the Pirate Nero model. [Product Page] More