OCZ has not announced when then the Core Series will ship. However, they have stated that the 32GB, 64GB and 128GB versions will be priced at $169, $259 and $479, respectively, at the time of launch. If you'd like to read more, OCZ's entire press release can be found here. Add a comment
OCZ Technology Group, Inc., a worldwide leader in innovative, ultra-high performance and high reliability memory and computer components, today unveiled the OCZ Core Series SATA II 2.5” Solid State Drives (SSDs). OCZ has gained momentum in this pioneering technology, which uses NAND flash instead of rotating platters as the storage medium, and is a high-performance, highly reliable and energy-efficient alternative to conventional hard disc drives.
The OCZ Core Series delivers the performance and reliability of the latest SSDs at a 50% less price per gigabyte than other high speed offerings currently on the market. For the first time, OCZ is putting SSD technology within reach of the average consumer, and delivering on the promise of SSDs as an alternative to traditional hard drives in consumer targeted mobile applications.
The Imation Atom Flash Drive is available now in 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB capacities. Prices range from $17.99 to $99.99, based on capacity. If you'd like to read more, Imation's entire press release can be found here. Add a comment
Imation Corp. (NYSE: IMN), a worldwide leader in removable data storage, continues to deliver the ultimate in flash drive technology and design with the availability of its smallest USB flash drive in the United States, the Imation Atom Flash Drive. Featuring a unique ultra-compact design, performance and high storage capacities, combined with password protection, partitioning software, and Windows(R) Vista ReadyBoost compatibility, the Atom Flash Drive is an essential and secure portable storage accessory for those transporting their digital life.
Roughly the size of a paperclip, the Atom Flash Drive is the smallest among Imation's flash drives, measuring less than 1.5 inches long and .5 inches wide, and weighing less than an ounce. The ultra-compact and unique design allows users to attach the drive directly to other mobile devices making it easy to manage and transfer digital files. A sleek black and aluminum finish make it a stylish and professional choice for professionals on the go.
Avalon Technology Group, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AVLN) announced today that the Company has introduced the fastest available 8GB USB flash drive that features 256 AES Encryption. The Avalon Technology Group's 8GB USB Speedster is compatible with virtually all operating systems including the latest editions of Linux, Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X. It is currently being released to retailers worldwide.If you'd like to read more, Avalon Technology Group's entire press release can be found here. Add a comment
Avalon Technology Group's main competitor is the market leading Sandisk® Cruzer® Titanium, which is limited to speeds of 15 MB/s (read) and 9 MB/s (write) and sells for approximately $99.00. The 8GB Speedster offers consumers more than twice the speed of Sandisk Cruzer Titanium with 34MB/s (read) and 20 MB/sec (write) at a suggested retail price of $79.00. The 8GB USB Speedster combines blazing speed, stainless steel water resistant casing, with no cap to lose and 256 AES encryption.