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1/07/2012

Super Talent Pico-C 8 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU8GPCS (Silver) Review

Super Talent Pico-C 8 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU8GPCS (Silver)
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I got this memory stick a short while ago, been using it normally and quite happy with its size and speed. But yesterday the most incredible thing happened. I had forgotten it in the pocket of my shorts. I had put the shorts through a 30 minute wash cycle at 40c. Finding that a stain on the shorts wasn't fully gone, again I put the shorts (with the stick in them) through a 90 minutes cycle at 60c. Remembering the stick much later, I found it caught in the washing machine's rubber gasket. I left it overnight to fully dry, today I have been using the stick normally. All the data was there, and it still reads and writes as usual. Its like it never went through the washing machine!! AMAZING..

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12/31/2011

Super Talent Pico-C 32 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU32GPCS (Silver) Review

Super Talent Pico-C 32 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU32GPCS (Silver)
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I got this memory stick a short while ago, been using it normally and quite happy with its size and speed. But yesterday the most incredible thing happened. I had forgotten it in the pocket of my shorts. I had put the shorts through a 30 minute wash cycle at 40c. Finding that a stain on the shorts wasn't fully gone, again I put the shorts (with the stick in them) through a 90 minutes cycle at 60c. Remembering the stick much later, I found it caught in the washing machine's rubber gasket. I left it overnight to fully dry, today I have been using the stick normally. All the data was there, and it still reads and writes as usual. Its like it never went through the washing machine!! AMAZING..

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11/29/2011

Sony Micro Vault Click 8 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive with Virtual Expander USM8GL Review

Sony Micro Vault Click 8 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive with Virtual Expander USM8GL
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These new "Micro Vaults" by Sony are fun, attractive, and ultimately, usable flash drives. Sizes range from 1 to 16 Gb, and two formats, standard and "turbo" speed, are available for many of these sizes. The "turbo" version costs more than the equivalently sized "standard" version, but at higher storage sizes. the higher transfer speed of the "tubo" version is desirable because the sheer amount of time required to transfer 16 Gb of data to a stick can be daunting.
The new spring-loaded design of thee units is highly functional. The design keeps the metal USB "prong" protected when not in use, and simply grabbing the device to pull it out of the computer into which it has been placed engages the internal spring, which then retracts the plug automatically upon removal. Build quality feels generally good, particularly considering the fact that Sony has reduced the oftentimes outrageous prices they ask for such accessories. The units have an LED light that flashes through a prismatic lens at the end of the device which is a nice touch to the overall design of the device. I own two of these (a 4 Gb and an 8 Gb version), and am delighted with them both. Check out the 16 Gb versions if you want even more space, but remember the issues surrounding transfer speed and the amount of time required to move that amount of data
Pros
1. Highly functional spring loaded function obviates need for a cap
2. Visually attractive design
3. Transfer speed acceptably fast
4. Available in 1, 2, 4, 8, and 16 Gb variants
Cons
1. Price is a bit high compared to other brands
2. "Turbo" edition adds even more cost


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10/13/2011

Super Talent Pico-C 16 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU16GPCS (Silver) Review

Super Talent Pico-C 16 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU16GPCS (Silver)
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I got this memory stick a short while ago, been using it normally and quite happy with its size and speed. But yesterday the most incredible thing happened. I had forgotten it in the pocket of my shorts. I had put the shorts through a 30 minute wash cycle at 40c. Finding that a stain on the shorts wasn't fully gone, again I put the shorts (with the stick in them) through a 90 minutes cycle at 60c. Remembering the stick much later, I found it caught in the washing machine's rubber gasket. I left it overnight to fully dry, today I have been using the stick normally. All the data was there, and it still reads and writes as usual. Its like it never went through the washing machine!! AMAZING..

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8/27/2011

Super Talent Pico-E 8 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU8GPES (Chrome) Review

Super Talent Pico-E 8 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU8GPES (Chrome)
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I got this product to keep on my keychain as I never know when when I am going to need certain files durring computer installs etc. It works great and is very easy to install, its durable and does the job I need it to do. Its been on my keychain getting beat around for about a month now and has not broken like some of its predicessors before it. I definatly reccomend this product.

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7/30/2011

EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 4 GB High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD4GS450AES (Black and Chrome) Review

EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 4 GB High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD4GS450AES (Black and Chrome)
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I wanted a USB flash memory drive that had some form of encryption and password protection, and I wasn't willing to spend hundreds of dollars on an "enterprise" unit for business, so I bought this one about a month ago. I'd had a U3 enabled flash drive previously for this reason and HATED the U3 thing. After doing a lot of research, I picked this one. This unit has a very simple, almost primitive interface (on a virtual CD partition) called "USB Disk Pro" or "Lock" (as called in the materials that come with it) for locking and unlocking the contents of the rest of the drive, which when locked is presumably encrypted until it is accessed via password. Password can be up to 16 characters. You can also enter a 32 character "hint" for remembering the password. Upon entering the correct password, you can change the password, or disable the password, though you still have to go through the software before accessing the rest of the drive.
Pros--
It seems secure, at least for a consumer-level product. If you don't enter a correct password in SIX attempts, it automatically formats (erases) the entire contents of the drive. I tested it myself and it does work that way. So no "brute force" attacks are possible. Manufacturer claims you could not access the encrypted data even if the drive was taken apart.
Once you have cleared entering the password, it seems very fast in data transfer, at least compared to my old USB drive.
Seemed like a VERY good value for the money (mine is the 8 GB one).
I think it's attractive if you care about that kind of thing.
Cons--
As another reviewer noted, it does indeed take some time for the darn thing to load up with the password protection interface, and then to get you into your data after you've entered your password.
Mechanically, the slider mechanism seems flimsy, though I've had no problems yet. I'd be reluctant to slide it many many times a day.
There is a TINY opening on the back edge of the drive that would NOT be appropriate for using on a key-ring. It's too small and probably would be easily broken. It is ONLY well-suited for a very fine woven lanyard cord, like the one that came with my old USB drive, so I will post a photo to show this, since I think others would want to know before they buy. They DID NOT include any kind of lanyard or any other accessories.
This isn't really the product's fault, but I wish the program that locks the unit allowed the user to put personal information such as an email or phone number that would be visible upon plugging in the device. This way, if it was lost, the owner might get it back while still keeping the data within secure.OVERALL, I'm very pleased with this drive and would readily purchase another despite a few down-sides.

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EMTEC S450 USB Flash Drives are specifically designed for the security-conscious user. The tamper-proof AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) hardware ensures full security and integrity of all stored information. The user-friendly LOCK application program reinforces the built-in security by requiring user authentication via password. The streamlined design has a black rubber coated finish with a metallic chrome accent that offers a professional look and feel. The S450 employs a handy sliding mechanism to eliminate the risk of cap loss. EMTEC's S450 AES Flash Drives are available with storage capacities ranging from 4GB to 64GB and are compatible with major operating systems including Windows 7, Vista, XP, and 2000 SP3/SP4.

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6/26/2011

Transcend JetFlash V95 Classic 8 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive TS8GJFV95C (Chrome/Black) Review

Transcend JetFlash V95 Classic 8 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive TS8GJFV95C (Chrome/Black)
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All in the space of one weekend. This sucker is TINY, about the size of a junebug. The lanyard hole was too small for my keychain, so I was freehanding it and I'll be damned if I can find it now. Worked great while I had it though. It will probably turn up in the wash, which is okay because my previous USB flash drives have survived the laundry no problem. Worked fine, minus one star because the lanyard hole really should be a bit bigger.
TWO WEEKS LATER: Found it in the wash, as expected. Works fine, though. Drilled out the lanyard hole to make it slightly larger. Now have it on the keychain. Cute and elegant.

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With its huge memory capacity, retractable USB connector, expressive deep-gloss lacquer accent panel, and a gleaming chrome case complemented by a genuine Swarovski crystal, the JetFlashV95 represents a tasteful union of luxury fashion and modern technology. The JFV95 is also very compact in size and comes with an elegant leather carrying-strap that gives the drive distinctive character and makes it easy to handle when storing and accessing essential files. The sleek, ultra-compact JFV95 not only offers elegant sophisticated styling and ultra-portable convenience, but also performs brilliantly as an advanced storage device. All JetFlash users can download Transcend¿s incredibly useful JetFlash? elite data management tools to further enhance mobile productivity and get the most out of their JetFlash drive.

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6/21/2011

Super Talent Pico-E 16 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU16GPES (Chrome) Review

Super Talent Pico-E 16 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive STU16GPES (Chrome)
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I got this product to keep on my keychain as I never know when when I am going to need certain files durring computer installs etc. It works great and is very easy to install, its durable and does the job I need it to do. Its been on my keychain getting beat around for about a month now and has not broken like some of its predicessors before it. I definatly reccomend this product.

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6/14/2011

EMTEC C200 Professional Series 16 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive EKMMD16GC200 (Black and Chrome) Review

EMTEC C200 Professional Series 16 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive EKMMD16GC200 (Black and Chrome)
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This drive is VERY Slow. Writing takes 10 minutes to write a 600MB file and the read speed is not much better. I have several flash drives-4gb 8gb and 2 16gb. These are all roughly this same read write speed. Way faster than this one, so I dont think the capacity of 32gb is the reason for the poor performance. Also its very wide making it impossible to use where the usb ports are close together. I would not recommend this one

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EMTEC's C200 series of High Capacity USB 2.0 Flash Drives make transferring files between PCs, notebooks and Macs quick and easy. EMTEC's C200 Flash Drives have a sophisticated high gloss black and chrome finish. The C200 offers a huge amount of storage and is available in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities. EMTEC\'s C200 is compatible with most operating systems including Windows 2000, XP, Me, Vista, 7; Linux; and Mac OS.

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6/13/2011

EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 16 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD16GS450AES (Black and Chrome) Review

EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 16 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD16GS450AES (Black and Chrome)
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I wanted a USB flash memory drive that had some form of encryption and password protection, and I wasn't willing to spend hundreds of dollars on an "enterprise" unit for business, so I bought this one about a month ago. I'd had a U3 enabled flash drive previously for this reason and HATED the U3 thing. After doing a lot of research, I picked this one. This unit has a very simple, almost primitive interface (on a virtual CD partition) called "USB Disk Pro" or "Lock" (as called in the materials that come with it) for locking and unlocking the contents of the rest of the drive, which when locked is presumably encrypted until it is accessed via password. Password can be up to 16 characters. You can also enter a 32 character "hint" for remembering the password. Upon entering the correct password, you can change the password, or disable the password, though you still have to go through the software before accessing the rest of the drive.
Pros--
It seems secure, at least for a consumer-level product. If you don't enter a correct password in SIX attempts, it automatically formats (erases) the entire contents of the drive. I tested it myself and it does work that way. So no "brute force" attacks are possible. Manufacturer claims you could not access the encrypted data even if the drive was taken apart.
Once you have cleared entering the password, it seems very fast in data transfer, at least compared to my old USB drive.
Seemed like a VERY good value for the money (mine is the 8 GB one).
I think it's attractive if you care about that kind of thing.
Cons--
As another reviewer noted, it does indeed take some time for the darn thing to load up with the password protection interface, and then to get you into your data after you've entered your password.
Mechanically, the slider mechanism seems flimsy, though I've had no problems yet. I'd be reluctant to slide it many many times a day.
There is a TINY opening on the back edge of the drive that would NOT be appropriate for using on a key-ring. It's too small and probably would be easily broken. It is ONLY well-suited for a very fine woven lanyard cord, like the one that came with my old USB drive, so I will post a photo to show this, since I think others would want to know before they buy. They DID NOT include any kind of lanyard or any other accessories.
This isn't really the product's fault, but I wish the program that locks the unit allowed the user to put personal information such as an email or phone number that would be visible upon plugging in the device. This way, if it was lost, the owner might get it back while still keeping the data within secure.OVERALL, I'm very pleased with this drive and would readily purchase another despite a few down-sides.

Click Here to see more reviews about: EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 16 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD16GS450AES (Black and Chrome)

EMTEC S450 USB Flash Drives are specifically designed for the security-conscious user. The tamper-proof AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) hardware ensures full security and integrity of all stored information. The user-friendly LOCK application program reinforces the built-in security by requiring user authentication via password. The streamlined design has a black rubber coated finish with a metallic chrome accent that offers a professional look and feel. The S450 employs a handy sliding mechanism to eliminate the risk of cap loss. EMTEC's S450 AES Flash Drives are available with storage capacities ranging from 4GB to 64GB and are compatible with major operating systems including Windows 7, Vista, XP, and 2000 SP3/SP4.

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6/08/2011

EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 32 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD32GS450AES (Black and Chrome) Review

EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 32 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD32GS450AES (Black and Chrome)
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I wanted a USB flash memory drive that had some form of encryption and password protection, and I wasn't willing to spend hundreds of dollars on an "enterprise" unit for business, so I bought this one about a month ago. I'd had a U3 enabled flash drive previously for this reason and HATED the U3 thing. After doing a lot of research, I picked this one. This unit has a very simple, almost primitive interface (on a virtual CD partition) called "USB Disk Pro" or "Lock" (as called in the materials that come with it) for locking and unlocking the contents of the rest of the drive, which when locked is presumably encrypted until it is accessed via password. Password can be up to 16 characters. You can also enter a 32 character "hint" for remembering the password. Upon entering the correct password, you can change the password, or disable the password, though you still have to go through the software before accessing the rest of the drive.
Pros--
It seems secure, at least for a consumer-level product. If you don't enter a correct password in SIX attempts, it automatically formats (erases) the entire contents of the drive. I tested it myself and it does work that way. So no "brute force" attacks are possible. Manufacturer claims you could not access the encrypted data even if the drive was taken apart.
Once you have cleared entering the password, it seems very fast in data transfer, at least compared to my old USB drive.
Seemed like a VERY good value for the money (mine is the 8 GB one).
I think it's attractive if you care about that kind of thing.
Cons--
As another reviewer noted, it does indeed take some time for the darn thing to load up with the password protection interface, and then to get you into your data after you've entered your password.
Mechanically, the slider mechanism seems flimsy, though I've had no problems yet. I'd be reluctant to slide it many many times a day.
There is a TINY opening on the back edge of the drive that would NOT be appropriate for using on a key-ring. It's too small and probably would be easily broken. It is ONLY well-suited for a very fine woven lanyard cord, like the one that came with my old USB drive, so I will post a photo to show this, since I think others would want to know before they buy. They DID NOT include any kind of lanyard or any other accessories.
This isn't really the product's fault, but I wish the program that locks the unit allowed the user to put personal information such as an email or phone number that would be visible upon plugging in the device. This way, if it was lost, the owner might get it back while still keeping the data within secure.OVERALL, I'm very pleased with this drive and would readily purchase another despite a few down-sides.

Click Here to see more reviews about: EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 32 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD32GS450AES (Black and Chrome)

EMTEC S450 USB Flash Drives are specifically designed for the security-conscious user. The tamper-proof AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) hardware ensures full security and integrity of all stored information. The user-friendly LOCK application program reinforces the built-in security by requiring user authentication via password. The streamlined design has a black rubber coated finish with a metallic chrome accent that offers a professional look and feel. The S450 employs a handy sliding mechanism to eliminate the risk of cap loss. EMTEC's S450 AES Flash Drives are available with storage capacities ranging from 4GB to 64GB and are compatible with major operating systems including Windows 7, Vista, XP, and 2000 SP3/SP4.

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6/07/2011

EMTEC C200 Professional Series 32 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive EKMMD32GC200 (Black and Chrome) Review

EMTEC C200 Professional Series 32 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive EKMMD32GC200 (Black and Chrome)
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This drive is VERY Slow. Writing takes 10 minutes to write a 600MB file and the read speed is not much better. I have several flash drives-4gb 8gb and 2 16gb. These are all roughly this same read write speed. Way faster than this one, so I dont think the capacity of 32gb is the reason for the poor performance. Also its very wide making it impossible to use where the usb ports are close together. I would not recommend this one

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EMTEC's C200 series of High Capacity USB 2.0 Flash Drives make transferring files between PCs, notebooks and MACs quick and easy. EMTEC's C200 Flash Drives have a sophisticated high gloss black and chrome finish. The C200 offers a huge amount of storage and is available in 32GB and 64GB capacities. EMTEC\'s C200 is compatible with most operating systems including Windows 98Se, 2000, XP, Me, Vista, Linux and Mac OS.

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6/01/2011

EMTEC C200 Professional Series 64 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive EKMMD64GC200 (Black and Chrome) Review

EMTEC C200 Professional Series 64 GB High Capacity High Speed USB Flash Drive EKMMD64GC200 (Black and Chrome)
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This drive is VERY Slow. Writing takes 10 minutes to write a 600MB file and the read speed is not much better. I have several flash drives-4gb 8gb and 2 16gb. These are all roughly this same read write speed. Way faster than this one, so I dont think the capacity of 32gb is the reason for the poor performance. Also its very wide making it impossible to use where the usb ports are close together. I would not recommend this one

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In a world full of bland, boring flash drives, EMTEC stands out from the crowd. In today's digital world, consumers are creative and demand advanced technologies to express themselves. EMTEC answers the call by providing a wide range of USB flash drives, each one perfect for storing, transporting and sharing your presentations, documents, photos, music files and more. The EMTEC C200 Pro USB Flash Drive offers a classic form factor and high speed performance. Each drive features a glossy black finish with chrome side detail.

Also available in 16GB and 32GB capacities.

Features
Style - The C200 USB Flash Drive features a classic form factor, glossy black finish and chrome side detail.
Plug and Play - Simply plug the flash drive into your computer's USB port and the computer will automatically detect the device.
Compatibility - Compatible with most Windows and Mac Operating Systems. Driverless in Windows 2000, XP, Vista and 7. Compatible with all USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices.
Capacity - The EMTEC C200 is available in 3 storage capacities: 16GB, 32GB and 64GB. Please note: for flash media devices, 1 megabyte = 1 million bytes; 1 gigabyte = 1 billion bytes. Actual useable capacity may vary. Some of the listed capacity may be used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage.
Performance - The C200 flash drive features read speeds of up to 28 MB/s and write speeds of up to 10 MB/s.


Product Specifications
Capacity - 64 GB
Style - Black with chrome detail
Approximate Dimensions - 2.83 x 0.83 x 0.31 in. (L x W x D)
Read Speed - up to 28 MB/s
Write Speed - up to 10 MB/s
Compatibility - Compatible with most Windows and Mac Operating Systems. Compatible with all USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices.


About EMTEC The EMTEC brand was launched from a division of BASF, a pioneer in the media industry. Turning the brand's focus to mobile storage products in the late nineties, EMTEC became a huge success in Europe. Today, EMTEC prides itself in creating innovative products that embody the human spirit: to preserve, protect and share the most valuable moments of daily life. EMTEC designs, develops, manufactures and markets consumer electronic products that are both secure and stylish. EMTEC offers a wide range of products, including USB flash drives, memory cards and other computer-related accessories.

It's as simple as a click: you can store, carry and transfer files quickly and easily with an EMTEC flash drive. Whether you are looking for an entry-level, mid-range, premium or fashion flash drive, there is an EMTEC product for you. Explore the range of EMTEC flash drives on Amazon.com or www.EMTECelectronics.com.

What's in the Box EMTEC C200 USB Flash Drive


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5/06/2011

EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 8 GB High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD8GS450AES (Black and Chrome) Review

EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 8 GB High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES  EKMMD8GS450AES (Black and Chrome)
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I wanted a USB flash memory drive that had some form of encryption and password protection, and I wasn't willing to spend hundreds of dollars on an "enterprise" unit for business, so I bought this one about a month ago. I'd had a U3 enabled flash drive previously for this reason and HATED the U3 thing. After doing a lot of research, I picked this one. This unit has a very simple, almost primitive interface (on a virtual CD partition) called "USB Disk Pro" or "Lock" (as called in the materials that come with it) for locking and unlocking the contents of the rest of the drive, which when locked is presumably encrypted until it is accessed via password. Password can be up to 16 characters. You can also enter a 32 character "hint" for remembering the password. Upon entering the correct password, you can change the password, or disable the password, though you still have to go through the software before accessing the rest of the drive.
Pros--
It seems secure, at least for a consumer-level product. If you don't enter a correct password in SIX attempts, it automatically formats (erases) the entire contents of the drive. I tested it myself and it does work that way. So no "brute force" attacks are possible. Manufacturer claims you could not access the encrypted data even if the drive was taken apart.
Once you have cleared entering the password, it seems very fast in data transfer, at least compared to my old USB drive.
Seemed like a VERY good value for the money (mine is the 8 GB one).
I think it's attractive if you care about that kind of thing.
Cons--
As another reviewer noted, it does indeed take some time for the darn thing to load up with the password protection interface, and then to get you into your data after you've entered your password.
Mechanically, the slider mechanism seems flimsy, though I've had no problems yet. I'd be reluctant to slide it many many times a day.
There is a TINY opening on the back edge of the drive that would NOT be appropriate for using on a key-ring. It's too small and probably would be easily broken. It is ONLY well-suited for a very fine woven lanyard cord, like the one that came with my old USB drive, so I will post a photo to show this, since I think others would want to know before they buy. They DID NOT include any kind of lanyard or any other accessories.
This isn't really the product's fault, but I wish the program that locks the unit allowed the user to put personal information such as an email or phone number that would be visible upon plugging in the device. This way, if it was lost, the owner might get it back while still keeping the data within secure.OVERALL, I'm very pleased with this drive and would readily purchase another despite a few down-sides.

Click Here to see more reviews about: EMTEC S450 Secure Slider 8 GB High Speed USB Flash Drive with AES EKMMD8GS450AES (Black and Chrome)

EMTEC S450 USB Flash Drives are specifically designed for the security-conscious user. The tamper-proof AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) hardware ensures full security and integrity of all stored information. The user-friendly LOCK application program reinforces the built-in security by requiring user authentication via password. The streamlined design has a black rubber coated finish with a metallic chrome accent that offers a professional look and feel. The S450 employs a handy sliding mechanism to eliminate the risk of cap loss. EMTEC's S450 AES Flash Drives are available with storage capacities ranging from 4GB to 64GB and are compatible with major operating systems including Windows 7, Vista, XP, and 2000 SP3/SP4.

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