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8GBs of Sterling Silver Flash

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory, USB Hardware & Gadgets, USB News & Press Releases

People get attached to their USB flash sticks.  They really do.  If you don’t use one or have a USB stick then you probably wouldn’t understand the statement.  Because of this personal attachment one has with their flash drive, we continually see high-dollar, high-end USB sticks which most deem ridiculous.  We call it passion. Case-in-point:  The ZaNA Sterling Silver USB stick is beautiful as ever and now available in a convenient 8GBs.

sterling silver usb stick

To show you some of the craftsman ship which goes into the ZaNa stick Sebatian Zach states:
The modern and elegant design is obtained through the following materials: carbonic fibre, which is used in Formula I racing cars, exclusive wood such as wenge and teak, and Swarovski zirconia with displays the exceptional diamond sheen. ZaNa Sterling Silver USB sticks are not only a fine modern gadget noticed by anyone with an eye for style, but also a practical tool in daily life, work and entertainment.
The Sterling Silver USB stick comes with a variety of options such as sterling silver lanyard or leather strap with a silver clasp.  Sizes available from 2GB through 8GBs. To inquire about availability, visit: www.zanadesign.eu Continue Reading

SuperSpeed USB Spec Released by Intel

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory, USB News & Press Releases

superspeed usbIntel released a draft specification for USB 3.0 or SuperSpeed USB. The Extensible Host Controller Interface or xHCI provides a standard method for USB 3.0 host controllers to communicate with the USB 34.0 software stacks. Both AMD and Nvidia voiced complaints earlier in the year that Intel hasn’t released update information to make the new spec an open industry standard and an easy path for transition. Today’s release is Intel’s answer to that request. Dell, Microsoft and NEC also support the release because the xHCI will expedite the industry transition to next-generation USB 3.0 technology.
One important factor in adopting SuperSpeed USB products is interoperability between multiple devices from different manufacturers. The xHCI draft specification revision 0.9 aims to make interoperability easier to implement, while also making it easier for developers to create software support for the market.
The next revision update is expected at the end of 2008 with revision number xHCI 0.95. So no SuperSpeed USB yet, but the big boys are working their way to it. Source: CRN. Continue Reading

USB Dongle Smashes Great Wall Of China Internet Control

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory, USB News & Press Releases

The internet is something we all take for granted.  We surf, play and view at our leisure, but for some, this freedom we have is a far cry from their everyday life.  Who am I talking about?  China.  It’s been know since the birth of the internet that China has ultimate control on what you see and hear from the internet.

freedom stick

Typically this wouldn’t bother most, but considering the 2008 Olympics are launching today, there are many foreign visitors who can’t use the internet the way they typically do.  This is where the “Freedom Stick” comes into play.  The USB dongle Freedom Stick, is a pre-loaded USB drive with all the software, utilities and hacks to get around the Great Wall Firewall of China.
USB dongle is pre-loaded with software which will secure the communications of any computer it is slotted into. Made available by Germany’s Chaos Computer Club, the stick uses the TOR (The Onion Router) network to cloak your connections, routing traffic around the world through anonymous computers, thus avoiding detection.
The USB dongle is available for $30 and is clearly a must-have travel item for this years 2008 Olympics. Continue Reading

USB Lock Keeping The Honest People Honest

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory

Engadget reported on the new USB luck from Thanko.  The not-so-clever device uses a 3 wheel number combination lock which attaches to the USB connector of your USB drive, or anything else with a USB connector.  Although this looks like something more to keep the honest people honest as disassembling the lock itself doesn’t look to be terribly difficult.

usb lock

The funny part is, if the data is that important to keep safe, wouldn’t wouldn’t you spend a few minutes learning about encryption?  I mean with the most powerful encryption software by TrueCrypt available for free, why not.  Kicks the a$$ of this “hardware” solution. Continue Reading

Dressing Up Your USB Hard Drive With a Wrap

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory

It’s good to stand out, let the world know you are different.  These USB hard drive cases from Meninos will help you do just that.  What started out as a contemporary design hobby for friends and family has turned into a full blown business.  The Meninos site offers a variety of dress up USB hard drive cases.  The cases are made of custom acrylic with dual cooling fans, USB port and covered with a vinyl wrapper to set yourself [itself] apart.

usb wrap

You can also upload an Adobe Illustrator file using their template if the bold claim of your “Marlboro” man isn’t enough.  Below are a photo list of the current styles available.  Which one best fits your taste? Continue Reading

Mimobot Series 3 Final Installment: C-3PO

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory, USB Hardware & Gadgets

Earlier this week Mimobot announced the final installment of their USB Star Wars Series 3 collection. The final character to be reviled is no other than; USB C-3PO. So with the Alliance making it’s only appearance it appears the Series 3 is more about the Dark Side.

usb cp3o

C-3PO is available in 1, 2, 4 or 8GB sizes. The other Mimobot characters reveled, Darth Sidious, Wicket and Royal Guard are also available in the mentioned sizes. Prices range from $40 to $110. Continue Reading

USB Key Could Be Key To Your Universe

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory, USB Hardware & Gadgets

This company took the term USB Key very literally.  If you’re one who stores back-up information or sensitive data on a USB drive, then this USB key could unlock the secrets to your world – so be sure it doesn’t slip from your possession. The USB key – aptly named – is yet another USB promotional item which could very well be a perfect trade-show give away if your someone like Kwikset or Royal Lock.  Or just a fun shaped for those trying to clearly show others it’s got valuable info on your USB stick.

USB key

The USB key is available in every size imaginable from 512MB to 8GB, fully customizable with logo [as we did with GetUSB.info] and a variety of colors.  Lead time seems to be about 1 week with quantity runs between 500 to 50,000. If you’re looking for a USB key – in the literal sense – check these guys out. Continue Reading

Santa Cruz is Making USB SkateDrive

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory

Cross marketing is pushing the limit each day and to prove my point, Santa Cruz has just released the SkateDrive.  It’s a USB flash drive shaped like one of their popular board designs.  We saw the USB surfdrive a while back, so I guess it’s not that big of a stretch.

usb skatedrive

According to Zedomax, my source…and ya the guy who blogs while drinking beer [see the list of articles below – yet again proving my point] the…
Action Sport Drives have teamed up with Santa Cruz to create the first and only authentic USB Flash Drive skateboards. We’ve combined this innovative design with the graphics from actual Santa Cruz skateboard.
So what other crazy things does Max write about while hitting the bottle? Continue Reading

Nexcopy Offers USB Duplicator With USB Copy Protection

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory, USB Duplicators

Update: Nexcopy Develops In-House Copy Protection to Support Mac OS

As of 2025, Nexcopy no longer partners with TrusCont for USB copy protection solutions. This strategic shift was driven by Nexcopy’s commitment to supporting both Windows and macOS platforms. TrusCont’s DRM solution did not support Mac, which became a critical limitation for many users. To address this, Nexcopy developed its own proprietary technology—Copy Secure—a hardware-based USB copy protection solution compatible with both Windows 10+ and macOS. The Copy Secure flash drives offer true read-only, copy-protected media with cross-platform support and no software installation required by the end-user.

Original Article Starts Here

We’ve seen plenty of data encryption solutions for USB, but what about true Digital Rights Management for USB drives and their content? Nexcopy seems to be thinking the same thing. Nexcopy has teamed with TrusCont to offer genuine DRM technology for flash drives.

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The USB Copy Protection solution includes the ability to protect both .exe and .pdf files. For each format, users can configure time limits, password protection, anti-copy safeguards, and anti-rip controls. For PDFs, additional restrictions such as disabling copy/paste and printing can also be applied—making this a true digital rights management solution for USB.

The enhanced USB drive offers more than just copy protection—which is already groundbreaking—it also allows end-users to configure:

  • USB CD-ROM partition
  • USB Read Only partition
  • Or a combination of those, plus an Open partition for general read/write access

CD-ROM partition For maximum flexibility, the flash drive can be reconfigured repeatedly with either a USB CD-ROM partition or a USB Read Only partition. If you’re looking to build your own U3-style USB drive, test auto-launch software, or deploy secure media for enterprise use—this is the platform to explore.

Nexcopy is offering the TSFD Publisher Kit, which bundles their USB duplicator with TrusCont’s copy protection software and configuration utility. Kits are available in quantities of 50, 100, 300, or 500+ enhanced TSFD USB drives.

I’ve requested a demo unit to explore the system firsthand and will report back with details.

Source: PRWeb via Nexcopy Inc. and

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Flip Video Mino Now Available at Amazon.com

Matt Laboff Flash Storage & Memory, USB News & Press Releases

Flip Video Mino Now Available From Amazon:

flip mino

From the makers of the popular Flip Video Ultra comes the Mino, which puts the power of video in your pocket. The super-portable, super-simple Mino makes it easy to capture and share high-quality video anywhere and everywhere. And thanks to its flip-out USB arm and intuitive, built-in software, Mino lets you view, edit and upload your videos to popular video-sharing sites instantly. In addition to its sleek compact design–complete with touch-sensitive, backlit buttons–Mino boasts a rechargeable battery that powers up automatically while plugged into your computer or electrical outlet. Flip Mino Highlights All That Flip Video Goodness, Only Smaller – 40% smaller than its already pocket-sized brother the Flip Ultra, the Flip Mino barely makes a dent in even the tightest of jeans. But small in size doesn’t mean short on function;Flip Mino Highlights Mino’s got all the Flip features–simple user-interface, one touch-recording, built-in USB, intuitive editing software, easy sharing functionality–that folks have come to know and love. Sleek, Portable Design The Flip Mino is the perfect combination of form and function. Its minimalist, retro front is the perfect complement to its high-tech modern back, with a large no-glare screen, touch-sensitive panel, and glowing backlit control buttons. All focused around Flip’s signature red record button that lets you go from pocket to recording in seconds. With a camcorder this small and sleek, there’s no limit to where you can take it and what you’ll end up shooting. From a short film to enter in your favorite festival to footage of a hot new band, the Mino makes it easy because it’s always with you and always ready to go. mino videoMind-Boggling Quality Despite its diminutive size, the Flip Mino produces video that rivals that of camcorders costing much, much more. With 2 GB of flash memory, the Mino can record up to 60 minutes of VGA (Video Graphics Array)-quality video that looks sharp when played back on your laptop or television (TV cable included). The high-quality microphone captures crisp, detailed audio, whether you’re paddling down the Amazon, or rockin’ out at your favorite club. Revolutionary Built-in Software Flip Video’s revolutionary software is built into the camcorder, so there’s no need for clunky 3rd party software or cables. Just plug the Mino into any PC or Mac via the flip-out USB arm and you’ll be viewing, organizing, editing and sharing your videos effortlessly. Continue Reading

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