IOGEAR Universal Memory Drive Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Memory Card Reader/Writer
by IOGEAR
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of IOGEAR Universal Memory Drive Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Memory Card Reader/Writer
Customer Review: Great product, even though not perfect
Summary: 5 Stars
Simply put, this is a good value for the price. Existing reviewers gripes that are valid: Both end caps come off too easily; No keychain/attachment. Both of these would be a big improvement.
I had no problems with SD card removal -- it slides in easily, and there's a pseudo-triangular opening with enough of the card protruding to readily grasp it to pull it out.
Likewise, I've had no problems with compatibility. Exchanging files with friends running Win'98, 2k, XP has been flawless (Win'98 requires installing a driver, but that's true for all USB devices under Windows 98).
I bought several (for pocket, fanny pack, and laptop shoulder bag) and they work great. Since I have plenty of SD's for camera and PDA, this serves dual-duty as both SD reader/writer as well as "expandable-storage" USB thumb drive.
Customer Review: Corrupts data
Summary: 1 Stars
I thought this device was great when I first got it. Then I decided to run a test and write some files and read them back. Corruption! I spent hours testing this reader versus another reader that I already had using two different memory cards. The other reader/writer I had NEVER resulted in corrupted data. This reader corrupted data! So get this reader only if you don't care about a few corrupted bits and bytes here and there. I have requested a replacement unit to try out just in case I got a defective unit and will post an update to this review with the follow-up results.
UPDATE: The 2nd reader I received seems to work much better, but there was still one instance in several tests where there was some corruption. I will probably just keep this unit and verify any writes I make with it. Amazon's return service was excellent.
Customer Review: A top ten accessory
Summary: 5 Stars
When I'm running out the door there are several things I always am sure to throw into my purse; my wallet, my phone, my keys, my camera, and this pocket card reader.
I was a little skeptical when I first saw it on Amazon; for such a cheap price, there had to be a catch. But it's been a year now and after heavy usage and being taken all around the world, it still works perfectly. I use it primarily to transfer photos from my camera to whatever computer I'm working on, and the solution is 1,000 times better than using a chord or a bulky desktop card reader.
I've had no issues with speed, and I often am transfering dozens of large images onto my computer or straight on to my flickr account. I have no complaints, and I couldn't wish for anything better.
Customer Review: Works as expected
Summary: 5 Stars
The IOGEAR drive is great. It worked easily the first time on my windows XP machines. The card reads my SD and micro-SD cards (with the micro-SD card adapter that came with the card).
I liked the fact that the back cover can be placed on the drive, even when the SD card is inside. That way the SD card is protected, and the drive is protected from dust, etc.
This provided a convenient way for me to edit the contents of the micro-SD card I use for my cell phone. It is also a faster way to download pictures from the SD card I use in my digital camera.
Even without any external devices, the IOGEAR drive paired with an SD card makes a versatile jump-drive.
Customer Review: Takes the hassle away
Summary: 5 Stars
New PCs come with this built-in card-readers, this card reader uses its USB connector.
If you don't have a card-reader, you are doomed to deal with cables, plugging one end into the camera, hoping that there is enough battery left, plugging the other into your PC. Some cameras use USB 1.1, making things worse.
This tiny gadget removes all the hassle; pop out the memory card, stick it into the PC, and your photos are transfered at USB 2.0 speed. Bonus: it serves dual-purpose as portable memory for file transfers between PCs.
For what I paid, I'm hugely satisfied. Nothing to install, no more messing around with cables. Recommended.