Product Description
The SANDISK Cruzer Micro reminds us again that SanDisk is the most innovative USB Storage Drive designer in the industry! This stylish, diminutive 512MB drive can be slipped into a pocket or purse for easy transport or data files, image files, video and audio, between home or office and virtually anywhere else. Fully compatible with Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP and Mac OS 9.1+, OS X v.10.1.2+
Customer Reviews:
Small is good........2007-12-26
Tiny, lightweight flash drive. Three soft, non-slip translucent skins in colors. Easily transported in shirt pocket. Reliable. Goes everywhere.
Great value; typical Sandisk quality........2007-12-23
With many products you would be reluctant to purchase "...the low price of the day" but with Sandisk you always know the product will be first rate, and Amazon value-adds by making the purchase simple and complete, down to the tracking and updates. Thanks!
Still great after 3 years.......2007-11-19
I bought this over 3 years ago; and it is still on my keychain, unfortunately overly full.
I have had a number of other USB drives in that time, each of them has failed in some way. My kingston drive had a key ring set into cheap plastic that broke after a month of carrying, I am not even sure where it is anymore. Other drives have had the metal USB sleeve fall off; still others from various manufacturers have simply died.
My only problem has been the protective cap that I lost almost 3 years ago. However, since I carry this drive nearly daily without a problem, I don't really worry about the cap on this model anyhow.
Because of it's performance and reliability, I am actually considering buying another one of these rather than going with a 2 or 4 GB model that I want. I could really use the space, but what good is it if the drive is useless in a few months?> With this model, I know I am getting the best.
Very handy to have.......2007-11-18
When I ordered this, I wasn't sure what to expect, but now that I have it, I'm wondering how I managed to get along without one. The space is plenty more than I need, but I keep all my important files and information on it, and carry it on my key chain so it's with me everywhere I go.
Works great.......2007-11-17
It has been over 2 years since I bought this and it still seems to do the job.
Product Description
If you're tired of using multiple floppy disks or waiting around while your digital files burn to a CD, you need the Kingston DataTraveler. It's a portable flash drive that can be used in virtually any device with a USB port. Plug it in, drag and drop your files into the DataTraveler, unplug it and slip it into your pocket. Go across country, across town or across platforms.
Customer Reviews:
Beware of Price Gimmick!.......2007-12-13
Wow! What a price for a flash drive, huh? $.35 each..great deal!! I was planning to buy 10 of these for a total of $3.50 with an expected shipping price of $10-$15 max. When I went to buy it listed shipping as $56! Still not a terrible price when you divide it up but enough already with the price gimmick!
price gougers.......2007-11-26
they adversitse at a good price then charge you a ridiculous amount for shipping. Not good business.
Save your money..........2007-11-14
Bought 6 of these things and the shipping ended up being over $36 bucks -- even though it was shipped in one box and weighed less than 6 ounces. Amazing.
HOW DO I LIKE THEE; LET ME TELL YOU.......2007-10-29
I RECEIVED MY FLASH DRIVE AND I COULDN'T BE MORE PLEASED. I USED TO LOSE THE WORK I WAS DOING ON MY BOOK. IT WOULD DISAPPEAR LIKE "WENT WITH THE WIND", AND NOW I DON'T LOSE MY WORK. IT'S A FANTASTIC LITTLE TOOL, AND THE NEWEST THING I'V BOUGHT FOR MY COMPUTER WORK. I LOVE IT. WORKS GREAT AND NOT HARD TO USE. I JUST FOLLOWED THE DIRECTIONS AND "WALAHHH".
NO MORE LOST WORK.
TRY ONE. YOU WILL WONDER WHY YOU PUT UP WITH LOST WORK FOR SO LONG.
Great Product; terrible vendor........2007-09-09
I ordered 30 of these drives from "eek Technology" for the students of the school computer lab where I teach. The bill came to $426, $263 for the product and an outrageous $163 for shipping and handling. When I complained the order was cancelled. Yet "eek Technology" still defended their shipping and handlling bill as legitimate and reasonable. These 30 drives could be shipped in one shoe-box size package for far less than $163. I later ordered 30 of a similar Kingson product from another company who billed me $15.03 for shipping and handling -- an honest charge. So, beware of grossly inflated shipping charges by companies who apparently think it is OK to bilk their customers for extra money on the side.
Product Description
No cables are necessary for the YP-U2J slim flash player. With its 4-line LED and built-in USB plug, as well as its support for MP3, WMA, and WAV audio files, the Samsung YP-U2 makes a great traveling partner. Compatible with "PlaysForSure" WMA subscription music services, you'll listen to your favorite tunes from your choice of source, whether MTV's Urge Service, Yahoo, Napster, or Rhapsody. Look for the "PlaysForSure" logo and you'll know your digital music will always play for sure.
Amazon.com Product Description
Simply clip this super-slim flash audio player onto your belt and you're ready to go. With its four-line LED display and built-in USB plug, the YP-U2JXB makes a great traveling partner whether you're taking a cross-country train trip or a jog through the city. The device offers support for MP3, WMA, WAV, and OGG audio files, and is also compatible with PlaysForSure WMA subscription music services. In addition, the YP-U2JXB is outfitted with both an integrated FM tuner and a digital voice recorder, so you can enjoy your favorite NPR programs or record voice notes, lectures, and song ideas for later use.
The YP-U2JXB can hold eight hours of CD-quality MP3 tracks on its 512 MB memory. View larger.
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The unit's 512 MB of memory holds approximately eight hours of CD-quality MP3 tracks (encoded at 128 kbps) or 16 hours of WMA tracks (at 64 kbps). Listeners will also dig the CDDB music management system, which retrieves a music file's artist name, track name, and more from an online database and displays it on the LED screen. And should things get a bit dull, users can turn to the built-in lighting effects, which sync to the music to keep things fresh.
The YP-U2JXB's audio performance is enhanced by a nine-band customizable equalizer and eight EQ presets, which include normal, rock, classical, jazz, house, ballad, R&B, and dance. Plus, the device offers a built-in clock for timekeeping and a multilanguage menu interface that accommodates users from across the globe. Perhaps the most convenient feature, however, is the direct-insert USB plug. Rather than offering a USB jack that requires an independent USB cable, the YP-U2JXB plugs directly into your PC's port. Simply remove the cap and you're set.
The YP-U2JXB--which is compatible with PCs running Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, or XP--offers support for both USB 1.1 and 2.0 interfaces and includes a built-in lithium-polymer battery that recharges via the USB connection (each charge offers roughly 20 hours of playback). And at 3.45 x 0.96 x 0.5 inches (W x H x D), the device fits conveniently in the palm of your hand or in a jacket pocket. As with all Samsung MP3 players, the YP-U2JXB carries a one-year warranty on parts and labor.
The Samsung YP-U2JXB Direct Insert USB Digital Audio Player uses PlaysForSure technology. Look for the PlaysForSure logo if you're shopping for a portable music or video device and you want to make sure the digital music and video you purchase will play back on it every time. Match the PlaysForSure logo on a large selection of leading devices and online music stores. If you see the logo, you'll know your digital music will play for sure. Choose from a large number of digital music and video stores, including MTV's Urge, Rhapsody, Yahoo!, MSN Music, MusicMatch, MusicNow, Napster, Wal-Mart Music Downloads, and many more.
What's in the Box
YP-U2JXB digital audio player, earphones, necklace, clip, installation CD-ROM, and user's manual.
Customer Reviews:
Great for my eleven year old.......2007-08-08
After only a few weeks, the device is working well so far.
The only real problem that we've had we were able to work around. I tried to follow the instructions for loading music using Windows Media Player per the instructions. I did this while showing my eleven year-old daughter how to put music on the device.
I've been encoding our music into ogg files. Even though my Windows Media Player recognizes the ogg files and was able to put them on the device, the device did not seem to recognize them. So, I used WinAmp to put the files on the device and all was well.
Small, Fun, and Efficient.......2007-08-06
You get a lot for your $$$$. Great sounds. Not enough user friendly, but you get around it.
It's Great for the basic.......2007-07-31
The USB is much easier than F'n around with a USB cable to charge or sync. I think the blue l.e.d. light for the clear cap is fun and you can program it to off/random/ or when pushing buttons. The screen is small which is why I think it can be tricky to navigate the songs. You can program a playlist or set it to mix play to avoid messin with the controls. Overall super easy to use, very lightweight, and best for a backup MP3 or casual use.
Love It!.......2007-04-29
This is my first MP3 player, very simple to use. I received it as a Christmas gift. I had it for about 3 months and I too was having problems with my computer recognizing it. I called the 800 Samsung number, got to speak with a real person right away. The Samsung Support people asked me some questions, and then suggested I send it in to be repaired (warranty covered all repairs). I had my player back within 2 weeks....good as new!
JUNK.......2007-03-11
Same as most of these other reviews. I owned it for 2 1/2 months, my computer no longer reads it. There is a tone when i plug it in signifying its plugged in and two seconds later the same tone sounds and the screen shuts off on the player. I can not add/remove/or view any files on the player now. Six other of my friends computers will not read it either now so its not my computer. But hey, at least I can still listen to the small library of songs still on it.....
Product Description
The Cruzer Profile is a portable, hi-speed USB 2.0 flash memory storage drive with added personal security capability to safeguard data, images, presentations and other personal information. Fingerprint identification technology embedded in the device helps restrict access to only the designated user of the CruzerProfile. The stylish, compact Cruzer Profile is about the size of a pack of gum measuring at 60mm long, 24mm wide and 14mm in height. With included dual LED's, one LED indicates USB functionality and data transfer and the second one provides proper status during enrollment and authentication of the biometric fingerprint. The Cruzer Profile authenticates users when a finger when swiped across the device and an embedded identification sensor reads the fingerprint, gives approval and activates the drive. Usage of the Cruzer Profile will not require the loading of any applications on a computer. To provide a high degree of security and tamper protection, these images will not pass through or be placed on the computer at any time.
Customer Reviews:
drive has some compatibility issues between XP > vista .........2007-08-25
other reviewers are correct in that this drive does have compatibility issues between Windows XP and Windows Vista.
Pros:
- the drive can not be accessed without swiping a finger on the scanner, which unlocks the drive. attempts to format the drive will not work, even though it appears to be formatting. a error message will pop up and say it cannot be completed.
- although the drives software cannot be run, the drive still works the same way as in XP. (IE: is secure unless swiped with a finger)
Cons:
- in order to register your fingerprints you need windows XP because of the cruzer-profile wizard software. I am assuming because of vista's security settings some programs cant be run, (even though I have tried administrator mode)
- login software is not compatible with Windows Vista
just a reminder:
the drive can be used for both vista and XP systems, only after fingerprints are registered on XP first!!
Sandisk products NOT VISTA COMPATIBLE.......2007-07-23
Do not buy any Sandisk Products if your computer is running Vista.... You would think they have had enough time to get their drivers up to date..... So if you have Windows VISTA don't buy any of their products!!!!!!!!!!
Fingerprint sign-on works pretty well!.......2007-01-05
I have been using the Sandisk Cruzer Profile 512MB for about 2 months and have to say that it has not given me any problems with Windows XP and Winfdows 2000 machines. I use fingers on both hands and all swipe easily. It allows for single-handed swipes although the connection cord between the two parts (functions as a cap as well as a print reader)is a little stiff and can be tricky to hold. It is best to hold the cap/reader down with one hand and swipe the finger on the other.
Depending on how accessible the USB port is this is either easy or hard to do. Also, the speed of the Cruzer is good. I keep large files on it and use it with Roboform and it works great. Have't looked up the mbps but it is very rapid. About 1 sec for a 4 mb file.
The only real downside, if it is one, is that the Cruzer only uses software fingerprint recognition. It does not replace the PW and UID for windows' logon.
The software for site logons is crappy at best, but hey, they can't be scoring oin every category for that price.
Note that this does not work on MAC (clearly stated in manual, so read up before you buy!).
SanDisk Cruzer 512MB Flash drive.......2006-01-31
This flash drive is not compatible with Mac although it is advertised as being compatible with windows and Mac.
The ring that holds the the chain/loop is very weak and hence the flash drive constantly falls with the slightest hooks it gets,with 3 or more fall and the flash drive is unable to store information, the shock resistant is very low.
Besides the flaws it provide to be a good drive, can be a bit more handy,too bulky.
Good (not great) for PCs, but not compatible with Macintosh.......2005-12-28
I purchased the Cruzer so I could transfer files between computers quickly and easily. I have a PC and a Mac and was hoping this would make transferring files quicker. Despite what Amazon says, this drive will not work on a Mac. The software that automatically runs when the drive is plugged into the USB port that allows your fingerprint to unlock the drive is Windows only. The Sandisk website lists the drive as compatible with XP/2000/ME only.
I found the ads for this drive to be misleading. When it said "no software to be installed" I took it to mean that no software was needed at all. When you insert the flash drive in your USB port it auto-runs a program called "Cruzer Profile" that handles the locking and unlocking of the drive. Therefore the entire time this drive is plugged into your computer you will need this application running, but it is not technically installed on your computer (it is on the drive itself). I was hoping this was a purely hardware solution to biometrically secured flash (no software required for the computer).
The design is a bit awkward. The cable between the two parts is quite stiff and therefore as soon as you let go of the finger scanner it will again point away from you in just about every USB port imaginable. If you're incredibly unlucky like me your from USB port will leave the finger scanner both upside down and facing away from you. I was ready to make this tradeoff for a pure hardware approach to biometric secured flash. Seeing how this is a software approach like everyone else I cannot figure out why they went out of their way to design it different, but no better.
The CruzerPass application was a dissapointment for me. It is obviously PC only. It only works with Internet Explorer, but I almost exclusively use FireFox. Besides being a bit awkward to set up my biggest problem with it is that it cannot be activated once you surf to the website you want to use it for. I envisioned myself surfing around and when I got somewhere like my bank website, I'd swipe my finger and be instantly logged in. Unfortunately this is not how it works. You have click the system tray icon and select from a list of sites you previously set up. Upon selecting one, it launches Internet Explorer, asks you to swipe your finger and logs you in. So my complaint is that I have to totally change the way I browse now. Instead of launching IE and going to the website I want, I have to use this little application to launch IE for me.
The CruzerSync application (available from their website) also requires a PC to run, but resides on the flash drive. It works surprisingly well and I was impressed with it. It will cause Outlook 2003 and later to complain and stop letting you access your email until you relaunch Outlook. If you're a techie then you'll be interested to know the reason it causes a problem is that it accesses the personal folder file directly instead of using the outlook API. Outlook detects the application accessing the personal file directly and refuses to let you view your email anymore until you restart it.
What's missing?
Many of the biometric flash drives on the market today offer an application that will log you into your PC by swiping your finger. That would be a neat feature for those of us who have to change our passwords monthly. My guess why this feature was omitted: it would require installing a program on the PC.
Product Description
Protect even your most sensitive data on Windows-based systems with Kingston's DataTraveler Secure (DTS) USB 2.0 Flash drive. Quickly transfer and safely carry digital files wherever your business takes you. Ideal for all types of digital content from multimedia presentations to support files.The unique combination of hardware- and software-based security on the DataTraveler Secure gives you unprecedented access control and encrypted data protection on Windows-based systems. With DataTraveler Secure's MyDataZone software, you can set password access control for a private data storage area that utilizes 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) hardware-based encryption. If lost, this advanced hardware encryption system will continue to protect the data in your drive's privacy zone, even under the toughest conditions. Designed to utilize the high bandwidth of the USB 2.0 High-Speed interface, the DataTraveler Secure cuts to the chase when transferring your data with its impressive read and write speeds of up to 24 MB/sec. and 10 MB/sec.DTS's waterproof rating continues to keep data safe and for added protection, DTS is designed with a metal casing.uage preferences and synchronize files with the host device. Add your company's logo to the DataTraveler Secure, to help with branding and/or asset management.DTS's waterproof rating continues to keep data safe and for added protection, DTS is designed with a metal casing.
Product Description
The Corsair Flash Voyager family of USB drives is rugged, stylish, compact, and reliable, making them ideal for transporting MP3s, digital images, presentations and more. Flash Voyager drives are fully Plug and Play with most operating systems and are backward compatible with USB 1.1. Their durable rubber casing is easy to grip and water resistant.The Flash Voyager product line is both enclosed in the Corsair proprietary all-rubber Flash Voyager housing. Boasting water-resistant properties, these drives allow users to carry more valuable data and applications without compromise. Several reviews of the Flash Voyager products have demonstrated the ruggedness, durability, and reliability of the Flash Voyager family. The Flash Voyager has been shown laundered, baked, frozen, boiled, dropped, and even run over by a SUV in many third party reviews. After all the punishment it receives, the drive continues to work.
Customer Reviews:
great product.......2007-11-13
This a great product, very fast and easy to setup encrypted partition, but ... it is very delicate.
Great Buy.......2007-10-22
I like it because it has a rubber outside and water proof it ws a great buy and I might buy another one
broke within 2 weeks.......2007-10-16
It lasted two weeks. The rubber housing opened a little when squeezed near the usb plug and along its width (blue thing to blue thing). A little dirt or moisture got in. The computer no longer recognized what kind of USB device was being plugged in. I tested other USB devices, including a different flash memory, and they all worked fine.
I cut the rubberized covering off and blew the circuit board clean. The computer then recognized that the device is (was) a usb flash memory. I promptly backed up my data. I'm back to my 2Gb sandisk that has lasted about 2 years.
FAST and rugged.......2007-09-24
This is one of the fastest flash drives available on the market. It does depend on whether or not your computer has a USB 2.0 port, of course, but if it does then no problem. Quick to install on any machine (also MACs) and needs no drivers, even if a mini-CD is supplied.
The best feature has to be the rubber encasing. I had the 512Mb version for six months before losing it. I tend to keep USB drives in my pocket, so inevitably they end up in the washing machine sometimes. The Voyager took at least FIVE trips through both washer and dryer, and it kept working flawlessly nonetheless. And this was without the cap! (which, I can guarantee you, you'll lose within a week).
So overall a performing, durable, and relatively cheap purchase.
Expensive, not fast at all..........2007-09-10
I regret buying that USB stick, not fast at all and expensive compared to other flash drives. Also cap is loose and very easy to loose it.
Product Description
JumpDrive Secure II Plus sports a sleek fresh new black look with an industrial design that does not obstruct neighboring USB ports. Lexar JumpDrive Secure II Plus is a USB 2.0 Flash Drive with advanced password and Encryption Software giving you peace of mind that your Data is safe. You can create multiple password-protected areas called Encrypted Vaults that automatically encrypt your data with on-the-fly 256-bit AES encryption. Use the File Shredder feature to securely and thoroughly delete files so they can't be recovered-giving you complete peace of mind that your data is secure. Creating a secure area using both password protection and 256-bit AES encryption is a snap. Simply drag files to the secure area and JumpDrive Secure II Plus encrypts your files for you. Drag them out and it will decrypt them for you. Secure II Plus software is cross-platform so you can secure data and access it on Macs and even Windows Vista. No Software installation or Drivers required Requirements - Windows XP (Home or Pro), Windows 2000 Pro, Mac OS X (10.2+), available USB 2.0 port
Product Description
Executive Attach? is a multi function USB 2.0 flash drive designed with the business executive in mind. Elegant styling of a fine writing instrument wrapped around state-of-the-art USB flash drive technology makes Executive Attach? the perfect device for the technology minded executive. Working on a presentation and need to take it with you? Simply copy the file onto Executive Attach?, put it in your pocket or briefcase and go. To access your data, simply plug Executive Attach? into virtually any PC or MAC - without the need for bulky cables or adapters. Access your files. Anytime. Anywhere. PNY Technologies Executive Attach? is a portable, reusable flash drive. It is fully compliant with USB 1.1 and 2.0 systems. Simply plug Attach? into an available USB port and your computer will automatically recognize it as a drive - no additional drivers needed!
Customer Reviews:
Good idea, poor implementation.......2007-12-23
Unfortunately, the great idea here to combine pen and pen drive lacks, as a previous reviewer said, durability. My flash housing separated from the body of the pen and the actual pen portion stopped working months ago.. all in all a bit of a dissapointment
PNY P-EFD512U20K-RF Executive Attache' Flash Drive.......2007-01-03
For such an appealing look and style, it is a pity that this item is not more durable. The flash drive storage component came apart/separated when removing it from the USB port after just three weeks of use. I was really disappointed.
bEST iNVENTION yET.......2006-03-20
i use this all the time. Now everyone in my office wants one.
Product Description
Take your files anywhere with this fast, reliable USB flash drive. Store, carry and transfer important files quickly in a convenient, reliable medium with DataTraveler II from Kingston. Smaller than a highlighter, the DataTraveler II helps break storage barriers and is ideal for home and small-office users. DataTraveler II is designed for high performance and exceptional reliability. With its SecureTraveler security software, DataTraveler II protects your data from unauthorized access. Using password protection and private zone partitioning, guard your most important content - reports, presentations, pictures, spreadsheets and other valuable records. For additional peace of mind, it's backed by Kingston's legendary service and support.
Customer Reviews:
Poor quality.......2007-10-15
Worked well for 3 months. Then fell apart. The steel part that goes into your USB drive fell off. Poor quality. I believe Kingston is a tier-2 company in terms of quality, hence the low price.
Reached Capacity after 24 MB.......2006-04-21
Everything has been working fine until six months and 24mb storage bites later, my Kingston 512MB DataTraveler says it's full every time I try to store Word documents. Mind you, it says I have 488 MB remaining so you can imagine how frustrating this experience is. I'll have to buy another flash drive, maybe a SanDisk.
Update: I subsequently bought a 512MB PNY Attache flash drive and it got overloaded at the same point so apparently the capacity "512" doesn't match up with my iMac's definition.
Great Encrypted Storage.......2005-09-02
I purchased this device because of the current push towards encryption of data at rest. I allocated almost the whole device to the protected zone and am still quite pleased with the speed of the device, even when doing encryption. This is an excellent option for those that need to carry data with them, and may be prone to losing things. Note that US Gov will be requiring encryption on all data (including Unclassified) for use with portable devices. Why not get ahead of the curve.
My only complaint is that the cap has no way to be connected to the body, not even a eyelet or anything.... back to that prone to losing things....
Pros and dislikes of DataTraveller II .......2005-08-16
The pros of this product:
1. The security partition it has. Helps me do a temp backup of my personal projects and docs and no body can see them.
2. The size, it is pretty small, at least smaller than my previous (Jumpdrive 128 mb lexar)
There are few things I don't like:
1. It didn't come with a bandstrip to carry it over the neck
2. I have a bad feeling about I am going to lose the cap. It doesn't get tightly closed as the lexar I had before.
3. Doesn't have a swicth to write protect only.
Jose Luis
Product Description
Grab your files and GO! The DiskGO! USB Flash Drive by EDGE is the perfect solution for business travelers, graphic artists, students, physicians and virtually anyone that is on the GO! Leave that bulky laptop at home and travel light with your DiskGO! USB Flash Drive.
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