Win-star USB 2.0 10-Port Hub With Power Adapter

The Win-star 10-port USB hub comes in a circular shape and provides 10 downstream ports and 1 upstream port. The device supports USB 2.0 interface that provides data transfer rate of up to 480Mbps. What makes the Win-star 10-port USB hub special is that it is also backward compatible with USB 1.1 interface. The Win-star 10-port USB hub is compatible with Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS X or later version. Each purchase comes equipped with a USB 2.0 cable and a 5V/2A power adapter.

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OCZ Enyo USB 3.0 SSD Drive

The OCZ Enyo is an external USB 3.0 SSD-based drive that should hit retail sometime in mid May 2010. Available in 64, 128 and 256GB of storage capacities, the device uses MLC NAND flash memory, 64MB of on board cache and USB 3.0 Micro B connector interface. The Enyo boasts a maximum transfer speed of up to 260MB/s for read and up to 200MB/s for write with sustained speeds of up to 150MB/s for 128GB and 256GB versions. The 64GB model will have a bit lower speeds of up to 225MB/s for read and up to 135MB/s for write with sustained write of up to 40MB/s.

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Samsung STORY Station Receives USB 3.0 Port

Samsung has decided to upgrade the STORY Station with the USB 3.0 interface. This external HDD case was initially made available with the support of USB 2.0 only. Available in 1TB, 1.5TB and 2TB, the Samsung STORY Station 3.0 will be available in Korea very soon. [Softpedia]

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Transcend Introduces JetFlash 330 USB Flash Drives

Here’s the latest addition to Transcend’s JetFlash USB flash drive line-up, the JetFlash 330. available in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB sizes, these compact and lightweight drives features a white gloss finish, a USB 2.0 interface and supports for Windows ReadyBoost feature. In terms of performance, they deliver a maximum transfer speed of 15MB/s. The JetFlash 330 should become available in the coming weeks for unannounced price yet. [Press Release]

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Patriot’s New Line Of USB Flash Drives

Protect your sensitive data with Patriot’s latest USB Flash Drive series, the Bolt. Coming in capacities ranging from 4GB to 64GB, these drives feature a durable aluminum casing, a USB 2.0 interface and a built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption for an extra level of security. In terms of performance, they provide read and write speeds of up to 30MB/s and 12MB/s respectively. The Patriot Bolt USB flash drives are now available for purchase via Amazon with prices ranging from $27.99 to $259.99. [Patriot]

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Transcend JetFlash 500 Retractable USB Flash Drive

Transcend has officially released its JetFlash 500 retractable USB flash drive series. The JetFlash 500 features a smooth sliding USB connector that eliminates the need for caps and effortlessly extends and retracts with a simple flick of the thumb. Available in orange, red, blue, green and purple, the storage device will be offered in capacities ranging from 2GB to 32GB. The JetFlash 500 is an ideal portable storage solution for users with busy and active lifestyles. [Transcend]

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Infinite USB Plug

Designed by Gonglue Jiang, the Infinite USB Plug allows you to keep adding your peripherals without the need USB hubs or hot swapping your devices on USB ports when needed. The color coding on plugs will make it easy to identify which plug belongs to which device. Unfortunately, the Infinite USB Plug is only a concept.

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Elgato EyeTV Hybrid USB Dongle

Still remember the Elgato EyeTV TV Tuner for Mac and PC that we mentioned earlier this year? Elgato is back with their latest TV tuner namely the Elgato EyeTV Hybrid. Claimed as the smallest hybrid TV tuner in the world, the device is compatible with both Mac and Windows 7. The Elgato EyeTV Hybrid USB dongle retails for $149.95 in the US and Canada. [Elgato]

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AT&T 3G LaptopConnect Devices

AT&T has rolled out a couple of new 3G LaptopConnect devices, the AT&T USBConnect Turbo and AT&T USBConnect Velocity. The USBConnect Turbo is AT&T’s first LaptopConnect device from LG, meanwhile the USBConnect Velocity is the first GPS-enabled LaptopConnect device from AT&T that works with a free software application, the Option GPS Control Panel, that benefits location-enabled sites such as Yahoo! Maps and Bing for directions and local points of interest. Both gadgets also support a microSD memory card slot, allowing you to carry your data anywhere you go. The AT&T USBConnect Turbo retails for $99.99 with a two-year DataConnect of at least $35/month, but will come with a mail-in rebate ($100 AT&T Promotion Card). The AT&T USBConnect Velocity is priced at $29.99 after the $100 mail-in rebate and a two-year DataConnect contract of at least $35 a month. [Press Release]

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Lightsaber USB Thumbdrive

If the USB Lightsaber Lamp is your favorite gadget, then check out the Lightsaber USB Thumbdrive that provides 1GB of storage space. Available in Luke Skywalker or Darth Vader model, both versions are fully licensed Lucasfilm collectibles that are imported from Japan. $19.99 is all you need to bring home the Lightsaber USB Thumbdrive.

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RaidSonic Unveils Three New USB 3.0 HDD/SSD Enclosures

RaidSonic has recently unveiled three new USB 3.0 hard drive enclosures for the mass market. Let’s start with the first one, the Icy Box IB-230StU3 (pictured above) features an aluminum enclosure, a USB 3.0/2.0 interface and can accommodate a single 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD. It will ship next month for 27 Euro (about $37). Followed by the Icy Box IB-330StU3 that can accommodate a single 3.5-inch HDD or SSD and features the same USB 3.0/2.0 interface, and silicone inserts for noise dampening. It will go on sale in April for 39 Euro (about $53). Finally, the Icy Box IB-RD4320StU3-B that features the same USB 3.0/2.0 interface and can accommodate two 3.5-inch SATA drives with RAID 0, 1, 0+1, and JBOD support. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing and release date yet.

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AMP Releases MotKey USB Flash Drive

Here’s another unique USB flash drive for you to grab ‘MotKey’ from Active Media Products that comes in the form of an average normal looking key. Available in both 4GB and 8GB sizes, this plug and play drive features a shock resistant rubber body, a USB 2.0/1.1 interface and is compatible with both Mac and PC systems. The 4GB and 8GB models are priced at $14.95 and $24.95, respectively. [AMP]

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USB Drive That Shows Space Status

Here is a USB drive concept by Sokolova Ekateryna that has a nice silver finish and sports a small display at the end of the device, showing you useful information including the drive’s capacity, percentage used and even remaining space. The presentation of the information into the display can be customized by using the active menu when the device is turned on. [tuvie]

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Marc Jacobs’ Old-fashioned USB Hub

If you are a retro-gadget lover, then check out the new USB hub from Marc Jacobs. This cassette tape-shaped USB hub features crudely drawn artwork and three USB ports. Pricing info is unavailable at this time

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USB Lightsaber Lamp

If you like the Yoda USB Desk Protector that we mentioned last year, then check out the USB Lightsaber Lamp. Designed for Star Wars movie fans, the USB Lightsaber Lamp stands about 13.75-inch tall. You can also remove the Lightsaber from the lamp base and use it as a torch. If you are interested, you can purchase the USB Lightsaber Lamp for $25.99 each.

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Green-House’s USB Flash Memory Light Bulbs

Here is a unique USB Flash drive from Green-House that comes equipped with a fully working light bulb. Available in Orange, Blue and Green, the GH-UFD2GDQ series provide up to 480Mbps data transfer rate and a 2GB of storage space. The device also supports Microsoft Windows 7/ Vista/ XP (SP2 or later / 32bit version) /2000 (SP4) and Mac OS X (10.1.3 or later). Each purchase comes with a USB extension cable. Sadly, there is no info on pricing or availability yet.

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Super Talent USB 3.0 RAIDDrive Introduces At CES

Super Talent has showed off their latest USB powered RAID storage system at CES 2010. The Super Talent RAIDDrive USB 3.0 boasts transfer speeds over 300MBps when used with USB 3.0 supported systems, which is five times the speed of USB 2.0. The device also backwards compatible with earlier USB ports. Measuring at 15.4mm tall, the Super Talent USB 3.0 RAIDDrive is a little bit taller than an internal notebook drive. It is currently available in 32GB, 64GB and 128GB versions. No info on pricing so far. [Electronista]

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Art Lebedev’s Folderix USB Drive

The Folderix USB Drive is designed to look like a Windows folder icons that have made the transition from your display to your USB port. Available in yellow, blue or purple, the drive provides a read speed of 14 MB/sec and a write speed of 2.5 MB/sec. Each Folderix USB drive retails for $55. [Art Lebedev]

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Latest Dual-Mode USB Modem From C-motech

C-motech has announced their latest dual-mode USB modem for the Korean market that supports both 3G technology HSUPA and 4G technology WiBro. Dubbed as the CBU-450D, this lightweight modem is able to provide maximum download/upload speeds of up to 7.2/5.76 MB/s from HSUPA or 33/5.2 MB/s from WiBro. The device also supports Windows 7, Vista and XP operating systems. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing and availability yet

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Machine Gun Ammo USB Drive

Available in silver or gold model, the Machine Gun Ammo USB drive is cold resistant, shockproof, heat resistant and anti-magnetic thanks to the metal exterior. The drive provides 2GB of storage space, which is enough to store your important documents. You can purchase the Machine Gun Ammo USB Drive for $19.99 through China Grabber. [Product Page]

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