QNAP Systems is back with its latest Network Attached Storage (NAS) device called the TS-210. The NAS is powered by a 800MHz Marvell 6281 processor, a 256MB DDR2 RAM, a 16GB of flash memory and supports for up to two 3.5-inch SATA hard drives for a maximum of 4TB of storage space. The device also supports a full range of RAID options, and comes with several connectivity ports including Gigabit Ethernet and three USB for future expansion purposes. The QNAP TS-210 will go on sale in October for unannounced price yet. [Press Release]
Brando’s Clothes Pin USB Drive is not only function as a flash drive, but also features as a book/paper clip. Measuring 83mm x 20mm x 19mm and weighing 21grams, the USB 2.0 flash drive is compatible with Microsoft Window XP/Vista, Linux 2.4, Mac OSX or above. The 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB models are priced at $20, $21, and $34, respectively. [Brando]
Eye-Fi, a maker of the world’s first wireless memory card for digital cameras, has recently announced that they will release WiFi-enabled SD cards in the UK market on October 19th, 2009. There are three Eye-Fi cards that will be available in the UK including the Eye-Fi Home Video, the Eye-Fi Share Video and the Eye-Fi Pro. These SD cards are available in 4GB storage space that is enough to stores up to 2,000 photos or 90 minutes of video and provides automatic backup to the computer thanks to its wireless capabilities. The Eye-Fi Home Video, the Eye-Fi Share Video and the Eye-Fi Pro are priced at £49.99, £69.99 and £199.99, respectively. [Press Release]
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]
Lexar today released its latest JumpDrive SAFE S3000 FIPS that features a hardware encryption and a tamper-resistant smart card to secure your important data. The device is also the world’s first smart card-based FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated flash drive that protects stored data with smart card-based security with continuous AES 256-bit hardware encryption. The Lexar JumpDrive SAFE S3000 FIPS also has a waterproof metal housing that meets military 810-F waterproof standards. Available in capacities of 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB storage capacities, the JumpDrive SAFE S3000 FIPS will be available in select European markets in 2010. [Lexar]
The new StorCenter ix2-200 NAS from Iomega features dual bays that can be set up in Raid 1 and supports a range of storage sizes including 1TB, 2TB and 4TB. The device has Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and supports for Windows Active Directory and Time Machine, remote access, iSCSI block-level access, and a QuikTransfer button for easy copying of selected files. The new StorCenter ix2-200 NAS is now available in the US and European markets. The 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB models are priced at $269.99, $369.99, and $699.99, respectively. All three capacities of the new StorCenter ix2-200 will be available in Asia in November 2009. The StorCenter ix2-200 is backed by a three-year warranty. [Iomega]
Super Talent has rolled out its new UltraDrive GX series of SSDs. This new 2.5-inch drive is offered in two different versions: SLC and MLC. The SLC version is available in 32GB, 64GB and 128GB sizes, and provides read/write speeds of up to 260/210 MB/s. While, the MLC version adds a 256GB model to its range and provides read/write speeds of up to 260/200 MB/s. These drives also features a SATA 3.0 Gbps interface and a 64MB of cache memory. [Product Page via iTechNews]
Buffalo will launch the world’s first USB 3.0 external hard drive later this month. The Buffalo HD-HU3 USB 3.0 hard drive is currently available in 1TB, 1.5 TB and 2TB storage capacities. If your computer doesn’t support USB 3.0 port, then you can use the NEC IFC-PCIE2U3 2-port PCI Expressx1 host controller that is included in the package. The 1TB and 1.5TB models are priced at $225 and $284, respectively. More
OCZ has added a new member to its PCI-E SSD series by announcing the Z-Drive m84. Available in 256GB, 512GB and 1TB capacities, these SSDs feature MLC NAND flash memory chips, a PCIe x8 interface, an onboard RAID controller, a MTBF of over 1 million hours and provide read/write speeds of 870/780 MB/s for the 1GB and 512GB models, and 750/650 MB/s for the 256GB model. The OCZ Z-Drive m84 will hit the markets soon for unannounced price yet. More
Famous gadget manufacturer LaCie has joined with world-renowned designer Phillippe Starck to design and release the LaCie Starck external hard drive. The cool part of these LaCie Starck hard drives is its intelligent touch-sensitive surface, which responds to your touch. You can even customize the front panel of the LaCie Starck, so that it opens the application of your choosing, depending on whether you use a short tap or a long touch. The LaCie Starck also comes with a sturdy aluminum casing that will protect the device from shock and overheating. Available in desktop and mobile versions, these hard drives also have aluminum casings that will help dissipate heat. The desktop version features a 3-mm thick aluminum casing with a “Starck signature” LED. Meanwhile. the mobile version comes with a 2-mm thick aluminum casing with a built-in retractable USB cable. Sadly, the mobile model has no signature LEDs and touch panels. The 1TB and 2TB desktop hard drives are priced at $130 and $250, respectively. On the other hand, the 320GB mobile version sells for $100 and the 500GB mobile version retails for $140. [technabob]
