Have you ever eaten while using your computer? Now you can have food next to you, and use it to store data, instead of as nourishment. The USB sushi drives from Dynamism come in different storage capacities and different sushi types, catering to what you usually have at your favorite restaurant. Prices vary, depending on whether it’s spicy tuna roll that you want, or something else. Via Dynamism.
I-O Data has just released thier HDC-UX750 that has a 750GB HDD capacity. Via Akihabara News.
Gate TViX M-3100U features a bright VFD display. It supports MPEG-1/2, DivX, XviD, DVD video (at 1080i/720p resolution), MP3, OGG, WMA, and JPEG formats. External interfaces include one composite and S-Video. Dimensions are 183 mm x 139 mm x 75 mm and weighs 2.8 pounds. The price is $176 each.
WD’s My Book™ Pro Edition external hard drive with triple interface combines FireWire 800, FireWire 400, and USB 2.0 on one drive for maximum performance and universal connectivity. It is designed to work on both Macintosh® computers and PCs. This drive includes powerful EMC Retrospect Express backup and recovery software, a unique Capacity Gauge LED, and capacities up to 500 GB. Via Western Digital.
Many say that the Sony PSP is a better product for viewing movies than the Nintendo DS. Although they are right, Datel has released a 4GB hard drive/movie player for the DS. The package comes with MAX Media Player cartride, 4GB HDD, Media Manager Software which converts media for the DS, High-Speed USB 2.0 Cable, and User Manual. The bundle is available here for $179.00. Via Gadget Madness.
Ever wanted more space? Well, I-O data will soon be releasing their 2TB HDD extrernal disk via Firewire. The way it works is that it has 4 HDD’s spinning at 7200rpm. The price is set at 1500 Euro. Via AkhibaraNews.
LaCie SAFE Mobile Hard Drive features hardware encryption and biometric access technology. It guarantees higher protection for your highly confidential files. You can transfer and carry your secret data without concern of unauthorized access or intellectual property theft if it were to get in the wrong hands. In addition, this hard drive can be customized up to 5 different users. It is available at LaCie with only $219.99 each.
Transcend T.Sonic 310 MP3 Player is Transcend’s new MP3 player. Available in 512MB or 1GB, it supports MP3 and WMA music formats. This MP3 player features the PC-Lock which allows you to use the T.sonic 310 as a key to your computer. You can recharge its Li-ion battery using the USB port. A single full charge supports over 18 hours of continuous operation. According to Transcend, it has 10 years data retention and 32 Kbps - 320 Kbps compression rate. You can check the price comparison at The Tech Lounge.
With the popularity of the PSP rising, Sandisk will be releasing their 4-gigabyte memory stick pro duo. This is the perfect size for all you portable gamers out there who want to make your PSP into a portable media center. The 4-gigabyte memory stick can store up to 64 hours of MP3 music tracks, 20 or more hours of movies / videos / film trailers, 12 hours of game saves, or 4,000 digital still images. The 4GB memory stick will be released this month and will cost around $219.99. Via New Launches.
Seagate just released a 750 GB monster of an HDD based on the Seagate Barracuda 7200.10. It runs at 7,200rpm and has 16MB of cache memory. It also comes with both Windows and Macintosh software and a cool function which backs up your host computer’s hard drive when you press the button on the front of the unit. Price is set to be about $560 and it releases next month.
