Jobo Giga Vu Sonic Specifications

Showing for the first time in the U.S. at PMA 2009, the GIGA Vu SONIC is offered with four different storage capacities – 80GB, 120GB, 160GB and 250GB and U.S. retail prices are $320, $350, $380, and $430 respectively. It is available this month.

• 80, 120, 160 or 250 GB hard disk • Display: high resolution 3.2” QVGA color display (320 x 240 pixels) • Ultrafast data transfer including data verification function (1 GB in 30 seconds) • TRUE RAW decoding of numerous RAW image files • Functions: thumbnail view of pictures, slide show, picture rotation (90°, 180°, 270°), picture deletion, multi-level zoom function, user interface skin options, copying and deleting of files and folders, histogram display • Supports incremental backup (synchronization between memory card and hard disk, automatic incremental backup to most recent folder, manual incremental backup to user defined folder) • Memory card slots for: CompactFlash I/II, MicroDrive, SD, SDHC, MMC, MS, MS Pro, MS MagicGate, MS Select, MS PRO MagicGate • USB 2.0 high speed with OTG function • Connection to PC: USB 2.0 high speed (backwards compatible to USB 1.1) • Battery: rechargeable Li-ion battery (3.7 V, 2200 mAh) • Battery capacity: up to 120 GB data transfer • System requirements: Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Mac OS 9.x, 10.x & higher, Linux • Dimensions: 5.2 x 3 x 1 inches (133 x 75 x 25 mm) • Weight: 9.9 ounces (280 g) • Included in the package: USB cable, AC adapter (100-240V), car adapter, carrier bag, Instruction manual

Jobo New Portable Image Storage Devices

PMA 2009 - JOBO AG announces today the GIGA Vu SONIC and the GIGA one SONIC

For professionals that need high-end secure back-up of their digital images, the new Giga Vu Sonic portable image storage device features an ultra quick download speed of up to 1 GB of data in 30 seconds, TRUE RAW decoding of numerous RAW image files, four hard disc capacities up to 250 GB, a large high resolution 3.2” color display and numerous picture functions. For the more budget-minded digital photographer, the affordable new Jobo Giga one Sonic features extremely fast picture storage (transfers up to 1GB of data in less than one minute), a long-lasting battery, four hard disc capacities up to 200 GB, a 1.8” LCD display and convenient operation via five easy-to-use buttons. These new PC and Mac compatible image storage devices accommodate all popular media cards featuring slots for CompactFlash (CF) I/II, Microdrive, SecureDigital (SD), SDHC, (Memory Stick) MS, MS Pro, MS Duo, and MultiMediaCard (MMC). In addition, the Giga Vu Sonic can store and display digital data in popular file formats such as JPG and even various specific RAW camera formats.

Kingston 64GB USB Flash drive - DataTraveler 150

Kingston Technology Boosts DataTraveler 150 Capacity to 64GB

DT150 offers the largest capacity in Kingston’s entire line of DataTraveler USB drives and allows users the room and flexibility to backup important hard drive contents, and transport and share complete collections of photos, music, videos and documents in one convenient device.

“The new 64GB DataTraveler 150 takes transportable storage to the next level with big capacity in a small package,” said Jaja Lin, Flash business development manager, Kingston. “As file sizes increase with digital media content such as music and photos, the need for USB Flash drives with high capacities will continue to rise. The DT150 certainly addresses those needs today.”

Kingston’s DataTraveler 150 is fully compatible with Windows Vista, XP and Windows 2000 as well as Mac OS X 10.3 (and above) and Linux 2.6 (and above).

The DT150 carries a fully guaranteed five-year warranty and 24/7 tech support.

Kingston DataTraveler 150 - MSRP (U.S. only. Prices subject to change.) : DT150/64GB $ 177.00 -- DT150/32GB $ 116.00

DataTraveler 150 Product Features and Specifications

• Capacities*: 64GB, 32GB
• Dimensions: 3.06" x 0.9" x 0.47" (77.9mm x 22mm x 12.05mm)
• Operating Temperature: 32º F to 140º F (0º C to 60º C)
• Storage Temperature: -4º F to 185º F (-20º C to 85º C)
• Simple: Just plug into a USB port
• Convenient: Pocket-sized for easy transportability
• Guaranteed: Five-year warranty
• Compatible Operating Systems: Windows Vista (Windows ReadyBoost™ not supported), Windows XP (SP1, SP2), Windows 2000 (SP4), Mac OS X v.10.3.x and higher, Linux v.2.6.x and higher

*Please note: Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage.

For more information on Kingston products: www.kingston.com.

Archos ARCDrive 4GB USB Key

Archos announced today at the Consumer Electronics Show 2005 the new ARCDrive 4GB USB key stick hard drive. The device will be available in the first quarter of 2005 and will be demonstrated on the Archos booth at CES.

Featuring an extremely compact and light-weight design (weighing only 1.4 ounces, 40 grams) and foldable USB connector, the ARCDrive 4GB USB key is ideal for storing and transporting computer files, documents, music, videos and photos while on the go. Simply plug the device into a PC or Macintosh and instantly transfer data using the high-speed USB 2.0 interface.

Ultra Portable Storage Solution

The ARCDrive* 4GB USB key expands on ARCHOS’ successful line of ARCDrive external hard drives, which include Hitachi drives and 20GB and 40GB models, and allows consumers to do the following tasks effortlessly:

• Quickly add a hard drive to a PC or Macintosh for backing up files.
• Download, store and transfer data, music, videos or photos using the high-speed USB 2.0 interface (USB 1.1 compatible).
• Connect to other peripheral devices without turning off the computer (hot swappable).
• Enjoy greater mobility with a slim, light-weight design and a built-in, foldable USB connector and key-ring attachment.
• Save time and space by eliminating the need for cables or external power cords.

"The new ARCDrive 4GB USB key provides a convenient and compact storage solution for a variety of personal and business requirements," said Henri Crohas, chief executive officer of ARCHOS, Inc. "We spent nearly all of 2004 building video, audio and storage products with capabilities unseen in the industry, while revolutionizing in form factor and sleek and simple designs. The result has been products that are far ahead of the competition in features and form and have been received tremendously well by consumers."

The ARCDrive 4GB USB key adds to ARCHOS’ complete line of ARCDrive storage products that combine sleek with substantial in 4GB, 20GB, and 40GB versions. The ARCHOS ARCDrive products are all high-speed USB 2.0-based drives designed for consumers and professionals who need added storage for transferring files to multiple computers, backing up entire computer hard drives, or carrying important media, files and documents with them wherever they go. The ARCDrive products are designed to fit easily in your pocket and feature the well-known ARCHOS stylish form factor, also seen in ARCHOS’ popular Portable Video Players (PVPs). The ARCDrives round out the company’s strategy to delivery the most innovative, high-quality, pocket-sized devices in the portable video, audio and storage categories.

The ARCDrive 4GB USB key will be available in late January 2005 and is priced at $149.95 U.S. and 149.99 € in Europe. The 20GB and 40GB ARCDrive products are available immediately and priced at $199.95 and $249.95 U.S, and 199.99 € and 249.99 € in Europe, respectively.

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