Patriot Memory today launched the Gauntlet 320 portable wireless external hard drive. The device provides a 320GB of storage space, making it the perfect all-in-one wireless storage solution for tablets, smartphones, and laptops. The Gauntlet 320 also supports Wi-fi 802.11 b/g/n with WEP/ WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK security. It has the ability to connect up to 8 devices and stream to 5 devices simultaneously. The Gauntlet 320 is also plug-and-play USB 3.0/USB 2.0 capable for high speed wired data transfers to and from desktops and laptops. It draws power from an onboard lithium-ion battery, offering up to 5.5-hour of continuous streaming time. The Gauntlet 320 portable wireless external hard drive is priced at $159 a pop. [Patriot]
I-O Data HDCA-UT4.0K External HDD
Posted in: Today's ChiliJapanese storage company I-O Data has unveiled the new HDCA-UT4.0K external HDD. Available in a 1TB, a 2TB or a 3TB of storage capacity, this external HDD supports USB 3.0 SuperSpeed interface and TV DVR capabilities. Measuring 39mm x 185mm x 120mm and weighing 1.1 kg, it can also be mounted using a VESA compliant mounting kit. The I-O Data HDCA-UT4.0K is compatible with most TVs that have USB recording technology, allowing you to record your favorite TV program. In addition, the drive features a power-management mode that powers itself on/off along with the TV. I-O Data will release the HDCA-UT4.0K external HDD later this month for 38,850 Yen ($496). [Softpedia]
ADATA today introduced the DashDrive Elite HE720. It is claimed as the world’s slimmest USB 3.0 external storage device. Measuring at only 8.9mm thick, the storage device is encased in a stainless steel enclosure, which makes it more durable. The DashDrive Elite HE720 has a 500 GB of storage space, a blue LED light indicator and a one-touch button for backing up your digital files. If you are interested, the ADATA DashDrive Elite HE720 external hard drive is priced at $89.99. [techPowerUp]
Western Digital has proudly introduced the new My Book VelociRaptor Duo dual-drive storage system that supports the Mac OS X operating system. The device is powered by two 1TB 10,000 RPM WD VelociRaptor drives and two Thunderbolt ports. The Western Digital My Book VelociRaptor Duo has the ability to transfer 22GB full-length HD movies in less than 65 seconds, 2000 5MB pictures in less than 33 seconds and over 500 5MB songs in less than 8 seconds. The Western Digital My Book VelociRaptor Duo dual-drive storage system is currently available in the U.S. market for $899.99. [Engadget]
Buffalo will launch the HDW-P550U3 external HDD in Japan next month. The storage space supports the USB 3.0 interface and Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to access your data wirelessly. What’s more, the Buffalo HDW-P550U3 has a 2,860mAh battery, which is perfect for 4.5-hour of operating time. It is also compatible with both iOS and Android operating systems. The Buffalo HDW-P550U3 retails for 23,205 Yen ($295). [Akihabara]
Buffalo is ready to release the HD-PATU3 in the Japanese market. It is actually an external hard disk drive that supports both USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt interfaces. Available in 500GB and 1TB of storage capacities, the Buffalo HD-PATU3 retails for 27,720 Yen ($347) and 33,285 Yen ($416), respectively. Each purchase comes equipped with a 50cm Thunderbolt cable. [Akihabara]