Flash drives

Sony announces new Microvault flash drives

Sony has announced the launch of a new Microvault flash drive series that will be available in capacities ranging from 4GB "all the way" to 32GB.

The new Microvaults are said to be "extremely robust" with a retractable connector - so no more lost caps. Boasting...

Star Trek and new Transformers film see USB drive releases

Hit movies Star Trek and Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen are being released as collector's editions on USB drives.

From Paramount Digital Entertainment, 20,000 of each movie will be available on a 4GB USB drive (leaving around 3GB free space) with each...

First USB 3.0 thumb drive coming soon

The USB 3.0 standard has been agreed upon and approved by its Promoter Group, we got the first driver for the platform, and now we're starting to see devices finally roll out that can cope with the new technology that's ten times faster than USB 2.0.

The first...

Vulcan salute flash drive available

Audio Cubes is offering a flash drive that will appeal to Spock fans as it's shaped after the famous "live long and prosper" Vulcan salute.

Perfect for storing your episodes of Star Trek on - although not that many as it's only a 2GB capacity - the drive is up...

Olympus WS-560M digital voice recorder launches

Olympus has introduced the WS-560M digital voice recorder and mass storage device with the bold claims that it's "the sleekest and most eye-catching product on the market".
 
With six recording modes including Windows Media Audio and three stereo options, the...

Firebox offers penguin flash drives

When we first spotted these available as a Far Eastern import way back in 2007 they were being sold for near on $90, which makes Firebox's from £14.99 pricing seem positively reasonable.

The cutesy, penguin-shaped drives are available complete with scarf, in...

Ed Hardy computer supplies available

The "Ed Hardy by Christian Audigier" brand is offering "must-have" designer computer accessories.

Inspired by the tattoo artist's work, the new "computer supplies" include mouse mats and mice, USB flash dives and laptop skins.

Pricing comes in...

Sony offers 32GB MicroVault Click

Sony has announced it is launching a version of its MicroVault Click USB storage device with a 32GB capacity under the slogan "USB storage for the HD age".

Aimed at those who snap high-res pics or handle HD video, Sony claims a "simple, elegant design" as well...

Leyio adds more device sharing options

USB sharing tool, Leyio, has rolled out new firmware for its devices, along with a smaller 8GB version. Its personal sharing devices (PSDs) can share to iPods and other PSDs already, but the company is promising that it'll soon be able to share with mobile phones, cameras,...

Hoshino launches biodegradable USB drive

Prowling around the quieter corners of the floor of the IFA tradeshow, we discovered a company from Shenzhen in China called Hoshino that's selling what it claims is the world's first biodegradable USB flash drive.

We were told by the company that once you've...

Hand grenade flash drive launches

Purveyor of novelty USB equipment, Gadget4All, is offering a flash drive fashioned after a hand grenade.

Available in white, black, blue and orange, the storage device offers 4GB of memory for $20.

It doesn't do anything hand-grenade-y but it might...

Brando offers light bulb-shaped flash drive

Yup. It's another daft memory solution from Brando.

This time round you're looking at a flash drive shaped like a light bulb.

Available in 2GB, 4GB and 8GB capacities, the drive boasts plug and play operation and the fact that it looks like a light...

Win a pair of Leyio personal sharing devices

Pocket-lint has teamed up with Leyio to bring you the chance of winning a pair of their personal sharing devices or PSDs.

The Leyio storage device is a high speed module that transmits information between units via UWB (Ultra-wideband) rather than Wi-Fi. With...

Kingston unveils world's first 256GB flash drive

Kingston Technology has announced the launch of what it says is the world's first 256GB USB flash drive, the Kingston Technology DataTraveler 300.

The company claims the new drive can store over 50,000 images, 54 DVDs or 365 CDs or "a paper tower over 1km tall"...

Gadget4All offers key-shaped flash drives

A little less realistic than LaCie's recent key-themed offerings, Gadget4All is offering key-shaped flash drives.

Less realistic but more colourful, the devices are available in red, purple, blue, brown and black.

With a 4GB capacity, the tiny...

Calvin Klein USB sunglasses revealed

Apparently due from ck Calvin Klein this autumn, the designer label has decided to add a bit of USB chic to its sunglasses.

The sun goggs get a detachable arm that pulls away from the main frame to reveal a USB flash drive good for 4GB of data storage.

PNY Micro Attache City Series now in 16GB

Although capacity-wise it's nothing compared to Kingston's recent announcement of a 128GB flash drive, PNY is now offering its Micro Attache City Series in up to 16GB.

The tiny storage range (and this time we mean physical dimensions) is already on sale in...

Kingston launches 128GB DataTraveler 200

Kingston Technology has announced the launch of the Kingston DataTraveler 200, apparently the world's first 128GB USB flash drive.

As well as the ability to carry "vast" amounts of data, the DataTraveler 200 provides users with the option to password protect...

Watches with built-in flash drive launch

Gadget4All is offering actual working watches with built-in USB flash drive capabilities.

Available in three designs for men and women, the flash drive part of the new timepieces offers 2GB storage on your wrist.

With pricing ranging from $26 to...

Be-jewelled apple-shaped flash drive launches

If you like your portable storage encrusted with "jewels", apple-shaped and wearable, then boy, you'll just love Gadget4All's latest offering.

The new USB drives, available in pink, red, white and blue, are covered in crystals and come with a chain to wear...

VIDEO: LaCie Data/Share

LaCie has announced a "creative" new way to access data from SD and microSD cards.

Created by the 5.5 designers firm, the LaCie Data/Share lets owners stick their cards into the device and either instantly create a USB-ready storage key, or just access the...

Brando launches tiny "nano" flash drive

This new flash drive from Brando is so small, you'll be at risk of losing it unless you take advantage of the option to attach it your keys.

Weighing 3 grams and measuring a mere 19 x 15 x 6mm, the EagleTec-made device comes in 4GB and 8GB capacities.

Brando offers syringe-shaped flash drive

We're not sure what went on in the product planning meeting for this latest launch, but Brando is offering a syringe-shaped USB flash drive.

Perhaps hoping to appeal to medical professionals (rather than say, skag addicts) the needle-themed device will give...

Leyio priced for the UK

Leyio's already announced "personal sharing device" has been priced for launch in the UK. Due to debut in April, the PSD that lets users exchange digital content away from their computer, will cost £159.

Leyio sees the device being used for sharing Facebook...

Brando offers butterfly USB drive

Brando is offering a butterfly-adorned USB flash drive complete with a little crystal.

Not the most robust looking effort, the 8GB drive measures just 20 x 30 x 8mm and comes with a chain to stick on your keys or bag.

The decorative drive is on...