Kingston 2GB U3 DataTraveler Smart USB 2.0 Flash Drive ( DTIU32TGB ) by Kingston Technology
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Digital camera reviews of Kingston 2GB U3 DataTraveler Smart USB 2.0 Flash Drive ( DTIU32TGB )
Digital camera Review: Big help on my last trip
Summary: 5 Stars
Bought this to back up my camera flash cards while traveling in Greece, using my little gizmo that (among other things) copies cards to flash. This proved invaluable because when I got back I couldn't read my 1-gig card using the camera software. The backup on this flash drive was fine though. Had no problem keeping track of it because it attached securely to my key ring.
Haven't used any of the other features, but so far so good.
Digital camera Review: Easy to use and practical!
Summary: 5 Stars
It downloads my information fast and is easy and practical to use.Digital camera Review: Excellent product
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased a 2GB U3 drive about a year and a half ago. Works great, never had any problems with it. I had left my drive in my pant pocket a couple days ago and apparently forgot about it. Well, it just went for a ride in the washing machine and it still works!!!! I would definitely recommend a kingston flash drive.Digital camera Review: Excellent!
Summary: 5 Stars
Easy to use, nice (in appearance), very comfortable (lots of space) and at an excellent price! I highly reccomend it.Digital camera Review: Good Drive - have other backup options if lost
Summary: 5 Stars
This Kingston 2GB U3 drive does the job nicely for storing files. I carry several of these flash drives in my pocket.
Currently own 3 of these drives
-Lexar Jumpdrive USB2.0(1GB) (red case)
-Kingston 1GB DataTraveler II (grey case)
-Kingston 2GB U3 DataTraveler (the reviewed product, white/green case)
All 3 have good transfer rates. They all work flawlessly (I choose not to use the U3 feature of the 2GB Kingston though).
If one could rate the 'quality' of the case plastic in the 3 drives, and their overall ability to take abuse, I would rate them:
1. Lexar
2. Kingston 1GB DataTraveler II
3. Kingston 2GB DataTraveler U3
End caps
While storing these drives, you don't want the end caps coming off.
Rating:
1. Kingston Traveler II 1GB style (grey) - snaps on tight and won't come off by accident.
2. Lexar
3. Kingston 2GB DataTraveler U3 (this product).
Overall, I like the "DataTraveler II" (grey) style best... but the case doesn't allow you to clip the end cap on the opposite end while in use like the other two so it could get lost easily. Lose the grey cap and you'll end up with holes in your pocket from the USB plug. That's the only detractor (and maybe a significant one) to the DataTraveler II (grey).
For this particular drive:
Pros
-Stable storage and good price ($40+)
-Might be easier to find in the dark or in a backpack(I have the white/lime green colored one)
Cons
-Cap will get flimsy over time and may not stay on.
(If this is a concern go with the grey, "DataTraveler II" style)
Suggestion: Try to stay away from the drives with the retractable USB plug. If the retraction mechanism wears out, you'll be fighting with it trying to insert it into the USB port. The space they save using this "feature" is minimal.
The 4GB flash drives are still too expensive but they're coming down in price. When they get to around $40, I'll probably spring for one of them. These flash drives are indestructible.
For my larger storage needs, I have a 60GB Maxtor Mini USB. It's thin and light and stores well in my laptop bag. The "mini" uses a laptop-sized 2.5" hard drive internally (inheriting the typical MTBF for that type of drive, though). About $69 at Staples when on sale.