Verbatim Store 'n' Go USB flash drive - 512 MB

Advantages: Small, good looking, U3 feature, fast enough for Vista
Disadvantages: U3 features don't work with Vista (yet)

...My current USB drive is old & slow and packs a humungous 128Mb so I figured it was time to upgrade. I chose the Verbatim because the price premium was small over a no-name equivelent with the 2Gb version clocking in at just £14.99. The device comes in a nice looking display package which contains the USB stick itself plus a nice black lanyard for hanging it around your neck, assuming you like wearing USB sticks. The package is the sort that usually results in blood loss when you crack it open so use scissors and take your time. If there is an established technique for getting in to these tough platic bubble packs, I'm not aware of it! In the flesh it's a nice looking thing in matt silver with a chrome edging. The cap is good and tight, unlike many and can be fitted to the opposite end when in use so you don't lose it. Whilst... Read review

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Advantages: Capacity, speed, looks good, nice blue LED, U3 feature
Disadvantages: cap could be tighter, not Vista friendly until you update it.

...My current USB drive is old & slow and packs a humungous 128Mb so I figured it was time to upgrade. I decided to look at this Verbatim because the price premium was small over a no-name equivalent with the 2Gb version clocking in at just £14.99. The device comes in a nice looking display package which contains the USB stick itself plus a good quality black lanyard for hanging it around your neck, assuming you like wearing USB sticks. The package is the sort that usually results in blood loss when you crack it open so use scissors and take your time. If there is an established technique for getting in to these tough plastic bubble packs, I'm not aware of it! In the flesh it's a nice looking thing in matt silver with chrome edging. The cap is fairly tight, unlike many and can be fitted to the opposite end when in use so you don... Read review

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Advantages: Durable and Well built. Nice Design.
Disadvantages: Doesn't have any Swiss Army Knife accessories

...with USB 1.1 ports but it doesn't work with those in my keyboard. The transfer of data is as fast as any other flash drive I have used. The drive comes preloaded with security software to prevent unauthorised access to your data although this only seems to be compatible with Windows machines. Overall this a decent USB stick that works well and is a more attractive design than most. It feels very durable and well put together. 512MB isn't a huge amount of memory these days so I would recommend going for at least the 1GB model. Some people may prefer Victorinox's other USB Swiss Army Knives which have the usual knife and accessories in addition to the USB stick. However, for transporting data, especially on planes, this device may be the sensible option.... Read review

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