Belkin USB 2.0 Flash Drive 256mb
June 21, 2008
USB flash drive has become a necessary storage device for most of the people whom like to transfer their files and documents as quickly as possible. The necessity of the special feature in a flash drive depends on the purpose of the usage. If highly sensitive data has to be handled then there arises a need for security purpose and password protection. Some likes the simple way around, as Belkin introduces a simple and affordable flash drive in the market. It has all the basic requirements needed for storing and transferring files while on go.
Belkin flash drive is available in 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB and 1GB version to give enough space to store downloaded music, documents, high resolution photography, presentation and which ever files you think is transferable and also helps for quick access. Belkin is an easy plug and play device which delivers better performance when it comes in the case of read, write, copy, delete and moving the files to and from. Just plug it in your PC or notebook USB port and it will automatically get detected in the file selector as a removable storage device. You can now easily pick the file and drop into the flash drive or other system without any hassle.
Belkin 256mb flash drive comes with password protection. You can assign your own password to a specific folder or for entire drive by resizing the security applications to the public area and security area in the flash drive. It is faster and more secure to transfer file using Belkin flash drive and acts as the best alternative for network transfer and email file attachment. Belkin flash drive comes with write protection switch, when it is switched to ‘ON’ position you cannot write files but you can only view and read the files. It comes with application software Belkin U-Storage which will guide you through all necessary settings of applications.
Specifications:
- Compatible with all Windows, Mac OS and Linux Kernel version 2.4, except for Window 98 that need extra drive.
- Comes with LED status indicator.
Conclusion:
- Belkin flash drive seems to be bulky and consumes some space around USB port.
- The added advantage with this drive is password protection and affordable storage device for people who want simple flash drive.
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Crucial 2GB Gizmo Jr USB Flash Drive
June 18, 2008
When you hold the Crucial Gizmo Jr. between your fingers you will realize as if you are holding half size Dentyne gum. Thanks to Crucial at least they have provided with a small keychain hole at the end so you can use it as a keychain. Comfortably you can keep this flash drive in your wallet or tucked away with USB port. Crucial Gizmo Jr Flash drive will stand apart in the crowd of bulky and heavier flash drive such as Sandisk Cruzer Titanium in the market. Gizmo Jr uses NAND technology which provides more space around to use. Though it looks small and very thin, it offers huge storage potential.
Not only as it display its efforts from the outer cover but it has been built strongly from inside. Surprisingly it is very tough and survive the rough usage even if it get dropped in coffee cup or rinsed off with water it will not loose its performance. You can carry it in your pocket or wallet as many times you want along with any thing. Crucial Gizmo Jr is equipped with ReadyBoost for Window Vista, it can be used as best alternative to speed up your PC or notebook. Weighing just 1.62 g and portraying the dimension of about 12.4 mm (w) by 34.3 mm (l) by 2.2mm (h) can readily be locked up with you in a keychain or hides in your clothing pocket all the time without any problem.
Gizmo Jr is available up to 4GB densities and offers more space for storage. As far as the performance is concerned the company claims that if your host device with which Gizmo Jr is interfaced has slower read and write speed than Gizmo cannot deliver the expected speed in reading and writing operation. With ReadyBoost capability it shows considerable read and write speed with normal PC and notebook of average speed.
Specification
- Gizmo is compatible with Mac OS 9.1 and above, Windows Me & above and Linux kernel 2.2.19 and above.
- Also available in USB 1.1 or 2.0 USB port.
- Comes with limited lifetime warranty.
Conclusion
- There is no password protection with Gizmo Jr.
- The transferring speed is seems to be low when compared with its competitors.
- You have to handle with little care otherwise you might loose it or get crapped out.
- Only advantage it has is the size and space.
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Ativa 2GB USB Flash Drive Review
June 15, 2008
Ativa 2GB flash drive has a very comfortable keychain holder at the end for easy carrying. As it introduced itself with U3 enabled flash drive which is an additional preposition for Ativa to push this storage device in the market. Ativa 2GB usb pen drive has occupied a special position in the market and in the minds of people as a brand which always brings out some useful innovation in its storage medium.
Ativa - U3 enabled Pen Drive
This dynamic flash drive is completely loaded with U3 technology which enables to use any PC as your own PC and helps to maintain your personal U3 platform. In your personal U3 workstation you have the freedom to maintain your own email, music videos wallpaper, Firefox web browsers and much more utility applications of your wish. Since Ativa is enabled with U3 you can carry all your favourite utility applications with you wherever you go and use it in any PC. It also features security software which is included in the utility application.
Its compact design and comfortable keychain holder with U3 platform gives good portability, privacy and protected computing with any USB equipped Windows PC. Ativa flash drive is available up to 8GB of memory capacity. It is completely compatible with high speed USB 2.0 and backward compatible with USB 1.1 system. It is also available with assorted 3 packs which include 256MB, 512MB and 1GB version of Ativa flash drives.
Specifications:
- It can transfer data at the speed of about 480 Mbps.
- Compatible with all Windows except 98, MAC OS and above.
- Available in three colours.
Conclusions:
- U3 technology is an added advantage and gives good portability with its large keychain holder.
- If it includes ReadyBoost then it would be nice.
- It also comes with affordable price range.
Check out reviews of 32gb flash drives, 16gb flash drives and sandisk flash drives in our site.
Kingston 1GB DataTraveler ReadyFlash Review
June 12, 2008
As the name itself indicates Kingston 1GB DataTraveler ReadyFlash is fully utilizes ReadyBoost for Window Vista machines. ReadyBoost is a wide spread idea, even people would like to try cheap flash drive which is equipped with ReadyBoost to use the memory capacity of flash drive as extra memory on their PC that has limited memory expansion capabilities. It is simple to handle the ReadyBoost technology in Kingston 1GB DataTraveler. Just plug into USB port and Vista will ask you how much memory space you want to allocate to ReadyBoost, according to the memory space available the files can be cached with little speed and enhance your PC responsiveness.
Generally people look for reliability and speed with which the data can be transferred; in this case Kingston DataTraveler ReadyFlash is no exception. It is a safe and convenient device to carry important documents and sensitive files along with you wherever you go. This 1GB flash drive memory will let you to take full advantage of everything Vista has to offer. You can transfer, carry and store your data easily and take your favourite applications such as music videos, Firefox web browser, email, and wallpaper along with you. Window Vista features SuperFetch technology that preloads frequently visited applications into the memory and fetch them quickly whenever you needed.
Kingston DataTraveler 1gb ReadyFlash pen drive is also available in 2GB of memory capacity and backed with 5 years of warranty. It also meets the speed requirement set by Microsoft for ReadyBoost.
Specification
- It Dimension is 67.7mm x 20.8mm x 9.0mm and weigh just 11.26g.
- Its operating temperature is 32o F to 140o F and storage temperature is -4o F to 185o F.
Conclusion
- DataTraveler ReadFlash is a safe and reliable storage device to carry important files.
- It is equipped with ReadyBoost that also provides good security system to avoid data theft.
ATP 1gb Pink Petito Pen Drive
June 5, 2008
ATP Pink Petito 1GB flash drive is not much larger than a coin, available up to 4GB of memory capacity. It comes in five different colours but the best suit is pink colour. Petito is very small and shaped as pendant. A small keychain hole is available on the top of the drive so you can wear it as a fashionable necklace or you can put it on your keychain. ATP is a flash memory product manufacturer who brings out leading design and latest technology in flash memory. Some flash drives are popular from this manufacturer such as ‘toughdrive’.
The keychain hole is on flash drive side and not on the cap side so you can be least bothered about losing it with out your knowledge. ATP Pink Petito 1GB pen drive is plain and simple flash drive and has no frills with extra built, it is purely developed to retain its elegance in style and smallest in size. With certain level of durability the outer aluminium case is strongly built to give utmost protection to the drive inside.
For protection of data stored inside ATP Petito comes with USB drive utility security features so you can assign password protection to important digital files if necessary. Using this USB drive utility program you can also make partition and assign password protection to the entire drive or particular folder. As far as reading and writing speed ATP Petito flash drive shows 20% faster than standard flash drive in its class and delivers incredible 30MB/sec of transferring rate and fully compatible with USB specification version of 1.1 and 2.0.
ATP Petito 1GB Ribbon Special Edition flash drive is enabled with Window Vista ReadyBoost. You can also use this beauty to boost up your PC or notebook. With the available 1GB capacity you can allocate some amount of memory capacity as random access memory for your PC or notebook in order to increase its response and speedup the process of fetching the data.
Specifications:
- It features 10 years of data retention and compatible with Window and MAC OS.
- Its distinctive system in package (SIP) protects it from extreme heat, shock, water, dust and electro static discharge.
- Weighs less than 8g.
Conclusions:
- Extremely compact and has password protection. Show good transferring speed and ReadyBoost enabled.
- It has many additional features besides its smaller size. It can be showcased in the rack of best buys.
