AIGO has just launched their Vodafone McLaren Mercedes U Disk MP4-22 pen drive in India. The streamlined design features include F1's sleek body design and body conscious "MP4-22" that reflects the color of the USB memory.It has a Host USB 1.1/USB 2.0, which is compatible for all users and doesn’t require extra drivers. The drive employs a lightweight (10g) design with a push-slider to pop the USB connector. According to the company the drive will consume minimum power with data reliability.Priced at Rs. 2,100 with a one year warranty for 2GB of space the drive will be available in all major electronic stores.Read d rest...
Kingston has just announced that it is expanding its line of USB Flash drives with the introduction of the DataTraveler HyperX (DT HyperX) model. Designed for ultra-fast read/write speeds and lower price points, the DT HyperX drive is available in capacities up to 8 GB.“Taking its cue from our HyperX line of industry-setting high-speed memory modules for gamers, enthusiasts and overclockers, the DataTraveler HyperX offers exceptionally fast read and write speeds,” said Nathan Su, Flash Memory Product Manager, APAC Region, Kingston
The DT HyperX has data transfer rates of 30MB/sec. read and 20MB/sec. write. Designed to run on any Windows platform but specifically enhanced for Windows ReadyBoost on Vista-based systems, users can expect to quickly and easily transfer photos, videos, music and data to their desktop, notebook etc. The new Data Traveler HyperX is backed by a five-year warranty and free technical support.The DT HyperX flash drives are available in 2 GB, 4 GB and 8 GB capacities and are priced at Rs. 3,860, Rs. 6,500 and Rs. 11,115 respectively.
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Just insert your pen drive in the USB port, now a autorun window(usually it includes Open to view Files and
Take no action options) will open to choose the program that will run your pen drive but just ignore it by clicking the Cancel button right after the OK buttonNow go to Start -> Run.. and type cmd to open the Command Prompt window. Now go to My Computer and Check the Drive letter of your USB drive or Pen Drive.(If it is written Kingston(I:), then I: will be the drive letter)
In the Command Window(cmd), type the drive letter(as above is I:) and now hit enter. Then type the dir/w/o/a/p and Hit Enter
Now you will get a list of files that are in your pen drive. In the list, search if anyone of the following do exist.
1. Autorun.inf
2. New Folder.exe
3. Bha.vbs
4. Iexplore.vbs
5. Info.exe
6. New_Folder.exe
7. Ravmon.exe
8. RVHost.exe or any other files with .exe Extension.
If you find any one of the file names as above, Run the command attrib -h -r -s -a *.* and Hit Enter. Now Delete each File using the following Command del filename. Now just scan your USB drive with the anti virus you have to ensure that you made your Pen Drive free of Virus :D
Take no action options) will open to choose the program that will run your pen drive but just ignore it by clicking the Cancel button right after the OK buttonNow go to Start -> Run.. and type cmd to open the Command Prompt window. Now go to My Computer and Check the Drive letter of your USB drive or Pen Drive.(If it is written Kingston(I:), then I: will be the drive letter)
In the Command Window(cmd), type the drive letter(as above is I:) and now hit enter. Then type the dir/w/o/a/p and Hit Enter
Now you will get a list of files that are in your pen drive. In the list, search if anyone of the following do exist.
1. Autorun.inf
2. New Folder.exe
3. Bha.vbs
4. Iexplore.vbs
5. Info.exe
6. New_Folder.exe
7. Ravmon.exe
8. RVHost.exe or any other files with .exe Extension.
If you find any one of the file names as above, Run the command attrib -h -r -s -a *.* and Hit Enter. Now Delete each File using the following Command del filename. Now just scan your USB drive with the anti virus you have to ensure that you made your Pen Drive free of Virus :D
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Kingston Technology Company has announced the release of its first Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS)-validated USB Flash drive, the DataTraveler BlackBox, available in 2GB, 4GB and 8GB capacities. Gaining FIPS 140-2 certification requires a validation process that meets federal requirements set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and the Communications Security Establishment of the Government of Canada. This is critical because many governmental agencies in the United States and Canada mandate that sensitive “data at rest” (i.e., all information not in the network) must be encrypted with the FIPS 140-2 standard.“We are very excited that our DataTraveler BlackBox met all federal requirements established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST),” said Nitin Malhotra, Kingston Country Manager, India. “This certification, along with other enhanced security features, makes the DT BlackBox an ideal way to store and transport confidential documents with the utmost confidence that the data is secure.”The FIPS Level 2 standard requires the DT BlackBox to run a power-on self test which verifies that the encryption architecture is functioning each time it is plugged into a USB port. Beyond the NIST certification, the DataTraveler BlackBox features 256-bit hardware-based AES encryption via a dedicated processor which automatically encrypts and decrypts data on the fly. The drive automatically locks down after ten consecutive failed password attempts, thus helping to prevent unauthorized access if the drive is lost, stolen or misplaced.
The Kingston DataTraveler BlackBox is available for Rs. 4,999 (2GB), Rs. 6,999 (4GB) and Rs. 11,199 (8GB).
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Kingston has announced the launch of three revamped USB drives from DATA Traveler family, namely DataTraveler 100, 400 and 101. These storage devices add high-storage space and advance features.Kingston has upgraded the USB drives for superior performance. While the DT100 expands its storage capacity to 16GB, the DT400 incorporates MigoSync software along with 16 GB memory package. The DT101 features security software with 8 GB of memory.“The DT400 with MigoSync has been recognized by business travelers as the perfect solution for keeping files and documents up-to-date while on the road. The DT100 now available up to 16GB is an affordable, portable storage solution allowing users to save large amounts of data while our new DT101 is an attention getter with its bright colors,” commented Jean Wong, Flash memory product manager, Kingston.
In the Kingston DT400, MigoSync software enables consumers to work on multiple PCs. Once connected to the host-machine, it automatically synchronizes to keep data up-to-date. Consumers can recreate their desktop on any computer as they can sore their important data like emails and Internet browser settings on the drive. To access MigoSync with ease, consumers can take advantage of various language supports, including English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Russian, Thai, Portuguese and Dutch.
Moreover, it also integrates SecureTraveler security software for Windows and delivers a reading speed of up to 20MB/sec and writing transfer rate of 10MB/sec. This plug-and-play device has been developed to offer hi-speed USB 2.0 support. It is compatible with plethora of operating systems such as Windows Vista, Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP (SP1 and SP2), Mac OS 10.2x and higher.
The Kingston DT100 impresses users with its no-cap design, wherein users can use the thumb-action slider control for retractable USB connector. Compliant with hi-speed USB 2.0 specifications, the storage gizmo boasts to be easy-to-use with its plug-and-play operations. It is compatible with Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Mac OS X 10.3.x and above, Linux v.2.6.x and above operating systems.
Shining in vibrant colors, Kingston DT101 comes in a swivel design and features SecureTraveler software that lets owners to create and access a password-protected, secure area of the drive. The plug-and-play USB drive supports Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Mac OS X 10.3 and above, Linux 2.6 and above operating systems. However, the SecureTraveler is not supported on Mac and Linux OS.
For higher storage capacity, Kingston DataTraveler 400 and 100 are the best options as they are available in 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB and 16 GB configurations, while the Kingston DataTraveler 101 comes in 2 GB, 4 GB and 8 GB memory capacity.
Coming to the price range, the 2GB DT400 USB Drive costs $24.00 (approx. Rs. 1,014), 4GB DT400 retails for $45.00 (approx. Rs. 1,902), 8GB DT400 is available for $85.00 (approx. Rs. 3,593), 16GB DT400 is priced at $196.00 (approx. Rs. 8,286). The 2GB DT100 USB Drive carries a price tag of $14.00 (approx. Rs. 590), 4GB DT100 can be purchased for $23.00 (approx. Rs. 972), 8GB DT100 has a suggested retail price of $44.00 (approx. Rs. 1,860), and 16GB DT100 is estimated to cost $85.00 (approx. Rs. 3,593). The 2GB DT101 USB Drive, 4 GB and 8 GB are priced at $14.00 (approx. Rs. 590), $23.00 (approx. Rs. 972) and $44.00 (approx. Rs. 1,860), respectively.
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Kingston Technology has announced a slew of flash products at Image Today 2008, a international exhibition for photography, laptop, mobile, and office equipments, which is to be held at Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai.Image Today 2008 is a three-day exhibition starting today, July 25, and ending on July 27.
Kingston's flash products include a full range of memory cards such as CF, SD, SDHC, microSD, microSDHC, and various stylish USB drives.
Some products showcased are :Kingston's DataTraveler Vault - Privacy Edition, is an ultra-secure, waterproof drive that encrypts 100 percent of data with 256-AES hardware-based encryption and protects it with an enforced complex password. It costs Rs. 17,720 for 8GB.
The DataTraveler Vault is a waterproof USB Drive and offers 256-AES hardware-based encryption and file access protection software to protect sensitive data. It costs Rs. 16790 for 8GB.
Kingston's DataTraveler Locker USB Flash drive protects data with 256-bit AES hardware encryption and has a swivel design. It costs Rs. 5600 for 8GB.
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Transcend has introduced an 8GB version of its JetFlash 110 USB 2.0 flash drive. Part of Transcend's JetFlash Hi-Speed Series, this compact device (64 x 21 x 10 mm) has a capless design that includes a retractable USB connector with lock-switch.A handy lanyard/keychain attachment loop provides added security and portability. Functions include Website AutoLogin, PC-Lock, Mobile Favorites with NoTrace browsing, Secret-Zip encryption, Mobile E-mail, DataBackup, and Online Update. It works with Windows Vista and also supports Windows Me/2000/XP, Mac and Linux.The 8GB JetFlash 110 costs Rs 6000 (MRP) and comes with a 3-year warranty. It is also available in 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB capacities.
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Flash memories are solid state electronic devices with random access memory capabilities used for fast digital information storage. They are used in a wide range of applications, such as storing BIOS routines in typical digital computers, as medium capacity hard drives for digital cameras or as memory cards for laptop computers and video consoles.The technology used to manufacture flash memories is based on EEPROM (electrically erasable programmable read-only memory) chips, which consist of memory banks formed of storing cells disposed in a grid of columns and rows. A basic storing cell has two MOS-FET transistors at each intersection, and are separated by an oxide layer. The two transistors are known as the floating gate and the control gate.
When the floating gate is connected to the row, the cell stores a '1' logic bit. The value changes to '0' logic through a process known as the Fowler-Nordheim tunneling, which alters the distribution of electrons inside the floating gate. When charge is applied tothe floating gate from the column, it passes through the transistor and then drains to the ground, forming a negative charge build up on the other side of the oxide layer.
Once the electric charge forms, no other electrons can penetrate through the layer and on the other side due to electrostatic forces, thus establishing a charge distribution slightly higher than 50 percent between the floating gate and the control gate, which registers as '1' logic. However, when the charge distribution between the two transistors drops below 50 percent, then the cell is evaluated as storing a '0' logic bit.
In order to erase the flash memory and return the electron distribution inside it, a high-voltage charge is used to generate an electric field that resets all the cells to '1' logic. This can be done in certain blocks of the memory or the entire chip. Flash memories can retain information only as long as they are powered, however Flash RAM can maintain the information it is storing without requiring any supplemental power sources.
There are several types of Flash memories, each with different specifications regarding size and storage capacity, but they all share roughly the same properties. They are solid state devices, thus having no moving parts and therefore are noiseless, have fast access speeds and are relatively small in size. They consume low amounts of power while in use and can provide a storing capacity ranging between several kilobytes to a few tens of gigabytes.
Source : Softpedia.com
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Sony announces its high-end MicroVault Click and Click Excellence ranges. The ‘click’ design is incorporated for simple and quick use. The MicroVaul Click line-up offers high performance with more storage capacity and high speed data transfer rates. Its Windows ReadyBoost compatibility improves PC memory performance on Windows Vista OS without you having to install an additional RAM.Flaunting an ivory design, the MicroVault Click Excellence has been designed keeping business professionals in mind. It offers up to 31MB/s read and 11MB/s write speeds with Hi-Speed USB 2.04 connectivity. Its LED indicator illuminates while transferring data.
Weighing merely 9 grams, it has a smaller form factor. The storage capacity is from 2GB to up to 16GB. This mid-range device helps you share your documents, pictures, video clips and files. It comes with Sony’s Virtual Expander compression software that is pre-installed in the device, enabling you to store 3 times more data.
Available from May 2008, MicroVault Click and Click Excellence ranges come with a 5 years European warranty.
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Transcend has made available 16 GB and 32 GB versions of its popular JetFlash V20 flash drive in India.The V20 features an attractively shaped pearlescent chassis with a semi-transparent color-band that lights up during use.Transcend's JetFlash elite software suite can be installed to run directly from the JetFlash drive when you plug it in. The V20 works with Windows Vista and also supports Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP, Mac and Linux, providing seamless data exchange between different operating systems.Transcend's JetFlash V20 flash drive is now available in 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB and 32GB capacities in India.Read d rest...
Transcend has announced an artistic new addition to its high-speed line of USB flash drives – the 16GB JetFlash 168 – in India. This follows close on the heels of the recent launch of the rather polished V85 flash drive. Inspired by "ancient oriental culture", the JetFlash 168 is designed to represent a balance of technology and oriental beauty, and features an etched lotus blossom motif that symbolizes purity and perfection. Its dimensions are 61 x 18.6 x 9.8 mm.Austin Huang, Regional Head - Sales, SAARC & APAC, Transcend, said, "USB Flash drives find favor with almost everyone these days because of their ease of use, small size, reliability and cost-effectiveness. However, many of our customers have been demanding a USB drive that they could proudly flaunt as a style statement. The latest offering from Transcend, the 16GB JetFlash 168, is a perfect example of harmony between technology, performance, looks and style that will surely impress those who like their gadgets to be fashionable!"The JetFlash 168 supports Windows Vista ReadyBoost technology; which lets you use your flash drive as extra memory to speed up your computer. Users can download and install JetFlash Elite software on to the drive; this includes seven data management functions: Website AutoLogin, PC-Lock, Mobile Favorites with NoTrace browsing, Secret-Zip Encryption, Mobile Email, DataBackup, and Online Update.
The JetFlash 168 supports Windows Me/2000/XP/Vista, Mac OS, and Linux. The drive is available in 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB capacities, and comes with Transcend's three-year warranty.
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