Kingston HyperX is an SSD soul stuck in a flash drive’s body (video)

Nov 18th 2011
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Kingston HyperX is an SSD soul stuck in a flash drives body (video)

Whenever we get a free USB key, we wince on the memory of spending $70 on a measly four gigs back in ’06 . That’s why an organization like Kingston has to up its game with kit just like the new Data Traveler HyperX 3.0. Away from your average thumb drive, this little monster is powered by an identical HyperX technology which you find within the company’s premium SSD line . The performance is pretty impressive, getting 225MB/s read and 135MB/s write — making it Kingston’s fastest ever flash drive (and a tempting shot at expanding the cast state storage on a laptop). The setup is capped off with a robust rubber cover and keyring hook, although we wouldn’t fancy putting gear this expensive on the mercy of our car keys. Kingston isn’t saying when the devices are popping out, but expect the 64GB model to set you back $193, with 128GB running up a tab to the tune of $377. Rather ominously, 256GB has no price — presumably, when you have to invite how much it costs, you clearly can’t afford it.

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Kingston Digital Launches its Fastest USB Flash Drive

Fountain Valley, CA — November 17, 2011 — Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the Kingston DataTraveler® HyperX® 3.0. The DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 is designed for enthusiasts and gamers, and lines the fastest speeds and biggest capacities that Kingston has to provide in a USB Flash drive.

Its high-speed eight-channel architecture provides USB 3.0 data transfer rates of as much as 225MB/s read and 135MB/s write. Users can save time related to opening, editing and copying large files and applications between devices. The quick write speeds also allow users to work on large files or applications directly from the USB 3.0 drive without performance lag.

“Enthusiasts have long known HyperX because the memory of choice for overclockers and tool users who need essentially the mostsome of the most performance from system memory,” said Andrew Ewing, Flash memory business manager, Kingston. “The recent DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 USB Flash drive continues this practice. With the fastest speeds and biggest capacity, this storage device is the precise solution for users who require high performance and carry a considerable number of data.”

The DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 comes in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities. The 256GB capacity can store approximately 10 Blu-ray Discs™ (25GB each), 54 DVDs (4.7GB each), 48,640 MP3s (4MB each) or 13,473,684 Microsoft® Word files pages with various formatting and basic graphics.

With a durable and sleek design, the Kingston DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 is an excellent portable storage solution for gamers, enthusiasts, early adopters and high-end consumers who require the appropriate performance and highest capacities to hold their digital library. Faster speeds and better capacities enable users to quickly store their digital files and keep it with them constantly, in HyperX style.

DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 encompasses a metal and rubberized casing with a reinforced key ring hole for daily use. It allows users to maintain it with them invariably, because it could be easily attached to a key ring or lanyard.

A video of the device are located here.

DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 is backed by a five-year warranty, 24/7 tech support and legendary Kingston reliability. For more info visit www.kingston.com.

Kingston DataTraveler HyperX 3.0 Features and Specifications:

Capacities*: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Speed**:
USB 3.0: as much as 225MB/s read and 135MB/s write
USB 2.0: as much as 30 MB/s read/write
8-Channel Architecture
Backwards Compatible: with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports
Solid/rugged design: durable metal and rubberized casing provides increased protection
ReadyBoost™ Support
Dimensions: 2.952″ x 0.916″ x 0.626″ (74.99mm x 23.29mm x 15.9mm)
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)
Storage Temperature: -4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)
Simple: just plug into any USB port
Practical: durable casing with a high-quality lanyard loop
Warranty: 5 Years

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