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Kingston compact second generation MobileLite G2 media card reader

flung — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:37:41 +0000

This diminutive device is the new second generation Kingston MobileLite G2 media card reader which allows users to easily transfer data between flash memory cards and PCs/Macs.

The MobileLite G2 supports SD, SDHC, microSD, microSDHC, MemoryStick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, and Memory Stick Micro memory cards and features retractable covers on each side to protect the USB connector and the flash memory cards from damage. Kingston ships the MobileLite G2 with a lanyard and a short USB extension card making it easier to connect the media card reader to hard-to-reach USB slots.

You’ll be able to purchase the MobileLite G2 as a stand-alone reader or as part of memory card bundle (choose from a 4GB or 8GB Class 4 SDHC card).

Specs include:

Supports USB 2.0 or 1.1
Measures 2.45 x 1.16 x 0.646 inches
Weighs 18.9 grams

The standalone MobileLite G2 will be available for $11 dollars. The 4GB SDHC bundle sells for $28.50 while the 8GB bundle goes for $46 dollars.

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Kingston ups the read/write speeds of the DataTraveler 410

flung — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:59:03 +0000

Fans of the Kingston DataTraveler USB flash drive will be happy to hear that the company has increased read/write speeds to 20MB/s with the Kingston DataTraveler 410. Available in storage capacities up to 32GB, the 410 also comes with password protection to help keep files away from prying eyes. Other storage capacities available for the DataTraveler 410 include 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB with the unit measuring 2.58 x 0.71 x 0.41 inches.

Prices are as follows:

Data Traveler 410 – 4GB – $26 dollars
Data Traveler 410 – 8GB – $46 dollars
Data Traveler 410 – 16GB – $84 dollars
Data Traveler 410 – 32GB – $134 dollars

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Kingston introduces world’s first 128GB USB flash drive

flung — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:39:17 +0000

Imagine carrying your entire MP3 collection right along with your car keys. That’s exactly what you’ll be able to do with the new Kingston Technology DataTraveler 200 (DT200) – the world’s first 128GB USB flash drive. With 128GB of storage space, you’ll be able to back up files, bring tons of multimedia content with you wherever you go, you name it. Available in capacities ranging from 32GB. 64GB, and 128GB, the DataTraveler 200 features:

Measures 2.77 x 0.49 x 0.89 inches
Capless design
Five year warranty
Password protection via Password Traveler

The 128GB version of the DT200 is currently build-to-order only – you’ll need to place an order through “normal channels” if you want to get a hold of one. Prices are as follows:

DT200/32GB — DataTraveler 200 32GB Blue & Black – $ 120.00

DT200/64GB — DataTraveler 200 64GB Yellow & Black – $ 213.00

DT200/128GB — DataTraveler 200 128GB Black – $ 546.00

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Kingston Digital releases 16GB microSDHC card

flung — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 09:13:06 +0000

Need more storage space for that mobile phone of yours? Well Kingston Digital is happy to oblige as they’ve announced a new 16GB microSDHC card today. According to the company, the new flash memory card can store more than 3,000 digital songs, over 9,000 images from a 5 megapixel digital camera, or up to 16 hours of video. Newer mobile handsets will support this new card which has a suggested price of $90 dollars.

It’s important to note that microSDHC cards are compatible with microSDHC host devices and not backward compatible with standard microSD enabled devices or readers.

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Kingston announces new 32GB CompactFlash Elite Pro Memory Card

flung — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:37:28 +0000

Looking for a high speed, high capacity CompactFlash card? Kingston Digital might have you taken care of there with the announcement of a new 32 GB version of its CompactFlash Elite Pro Memory Card. Features and specs to the product line include:

Available in 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB capacities
CF Type I card
Read speed of 25MB/s
Write speed of 20MB/s
Autosleep mode preserves system battery life

The new CompactFlash cards are shipping now with the 32GB model going for $154 dollars.

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Kingston teams up with Intel to sell Intel SSDs

flung — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 23:20:28 +0000

Kingston Technology is getting into the solid state drive (SSD) business by teaming up with Intel Corporation to market and sell Intel’s SSD products to other hardware manufacturers. According to Mobile Tech Today, the move allows Kingston to enter “in an emerging market” fairly quickly – something that is somewhat atypical of Kingston. Kingston typically takes a “wait and see” approach to new products – however SSDs have been growing in popularity – especially in notebook and server markets.

You can read more here at Mobile Tech Today via Daily Tech.

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Kingston intros the DataTraveler Mini Slim

flung — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 17:16:56 +0000

Kingston Technology gets all cutesy on us with the introduction of the new DataTraveler Mini Slim USB flash drive. Available in black, blue, or pink with gray bottom casings, the DataTraveler Mini Slim is one of the smallest USB drives out in the market and provides up to 4GB of storage space. All three colors are available in 2GB or 4GB capacities with the 2GB having a price of $11 dollars and the 4GB a price of $19 dollars. The drive measures 1.529 x 0.645 x 0.253 inches and weighs 0.064 oz.

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Kingston introduces 8GB microSD card

flung — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:37:26 +0000

With more and more mobile handsets embracing the microSD memory card format, it’s no surprise that companies are ratcheting up the storage capacities for this form factor. One of these companies is Kingston Technology who today announced their new 8GB microSD High Capacity (SDHC) flash memory card. The 8GB microSD card has a minimum sustained data transfer rate of 4MB/sec and is compliant with version 2.0 of the SD association specification. You’ll be able to purchase the Kingston 8GB microSD card for around $58 dollars.

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