Kingston DataTraveler I - 16 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive DTI/16GB
by Kingston Digital, Inc.
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Manufacturer: Kingston Digital, Inc.Brand: Kingston
Edition: Personal Computers
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD
Platform: Mac, Windows
Model: DTI/16GB
Color: white/red
Publisher: Kingston Digital, Inc.
Studio: Kingston Digital, Inc.
Music Label: Kingston Digital, Inc.
Product features:
- Convenient ¿ pocket-sized for easy transportability
- Simple ¿ just plug into a USB port
- Practical ¿ store cap securely on end of device to prevent loss of cap
- Guaranteed ¿ five-year warranty
- Fashionable ¿ available in multiple colors by capacity
- Windows Live OneCare 2.0 (Up to 3 Users)
- Norton Antivirus 2010 1-User [OLD VERSION]
- Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Standard [OLD VERSION]
- Nero 8 Ultra Edition [OLD VERSION]
- Roxio Creator 2010 [OLD VERSION]
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Customer Review: Kingston 16GB Data Traveler - Expanded Capacity In A Proven USB Drive Design
Summary: 4 Stars
The Kingston Technology DataTraveler 16GB USB Flash Drive is the latest update from Kingston in their standard design. This model doubles the capacity of the Kingston 8GB DataTraveler USB flash drive that I have used alongside my many other flash drives for almost a year. All of these drives have worked very well for me.
The 16 GB capacity on this guy makes it very useful for even more file backups or USB storage than other drives. There are a few cons to this standard design, but over time they have come to seem even more minor. This is a solid product. I will have to use it a little longer before I can report on any other minor differences in durability or performance.
PROS:
+ 16 GB capacity allows even larger data backups than ever before
+ Durable NAND flash memory stands up to a lot of abuse
+ Compatible with Mac and PC operating systems (XP, Vista, OS X)
+ Kingston brand has well deserved reputation for quality
+ Reliable performance
+ Very light case
+ Rear whole to connect a lanyard or keychain
+ Rear bar to hold the cap while in use
+ USB 2.0 connection is backwards compatible for older computers
+ Very quickly mounts and stops
+ Less scum-ware and needless apps than some other drives
+ Easy to format and enable encryption to protect your data
CONS:
- Cap comes off easily and can be lost; inferior to retractable designs
- Not as attractive as the Sandisk Cruzer Micro
- Not crazy about the color scheme for the 16 GB model
- Slow USB rate still limits file transfer speeds
- Old body design is larger than needed
- Rear bar is easily broken or pulled out
Kingston has used the same design for these Data Traveler drives since the 1 GB I got quite a while ago. One thing that is different between each drive is the color scheme. This is a very minor detail, but the maroon accents on the 16 GB drive are not all that attractive compared to the purple used with the 4 GB model, for example.
Transfer speeds are comparable to other drives. In general, I think that top USB transfer rates have come to be much slower than I would like. In this case it's a trade-off for convenience. Load ups are fast and stopping the drive before removing it only takes a second.
There are a few ways in order to enable encryption. The best way may be to use another tool to encrypt the drive after re-formatting it. This way you can test the drive as well as use the encryption you prefer.
Kingston's DT100 and Sandisk's Cruzer Micro are alternative drives that also have retractable USB connectors. That way there's no risk of losing the cap, but there is more chance of getting dust in it.
Just as a small tip, the rear bar on the back of the standard Data Traveler drive can hold the cap in place while the drive is in use. Just *click* it onto that bar before you plug the drive into your USB port. So in that sense, the retractable models are still more convenient but you can minimize the chances of losing the cap with this one.
The SanDisk 8 GB Cruzer Micro does tend to be more expensive. Both the Kingston DataTraveler 100 and the Kingston DT100/8GB Data Traveler tend to add a little width, while the DT110 is designed to be much thicker for those who don't want a small drive.
Personally, I think selecting the drive which is priced the best at the moment might be the right strategy. I have never run out of uses for these drives and they also make great stocking stuffers.
CONCLUSION
It seems like thumb drive capacities continue to increase, and 16 GB is large enough to do complete data directory backups for many people. This much storage in a small USB drive is very useful. The price also seems to be more reasonable compared to previous drives. I definitely recommend you check this out.
Enjoy!
Description of Kingston DataTraveler I - 16 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive DTI/16GB
Now you can store, carry and transfer large files in an affordable, convenient device. DataTraveler from Kingston helps budget-conscious users break storage barriers, allowing them to easily store and move large files in a device no bigger than a pocketknife. As easy as click and drag, DataTraveler can hold just about any file you can think of ¿ term papers, theses, digital images, spreadsheets or other important documents. It works with virtually any computer with a USB port. DataTraveler is also a great promotional item for businesses; your company logo can appear on it to increase your brand recognition, and it comes in multiple colors based on capacity. Backed by a five-year warranty and Kingston¿s legendary service and support, DataTraveler is a reliable, inexpensive solution for carrying digital files with you wherever you go.Digital Cameras & Photo Categories
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