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      09-05-2007, 09:24 PM   #1
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Post Help Me Decide On USB Key Flash Drive

Whick flash drive should i get? i def need a 4gb minimum and don't want to spend over $100. looking for one that is durable and fast. my two thoughts in mind are:

1. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820233027

2. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227145
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      09-05-2007, 09:28 PM   #2
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looks like option 1 got better reviews. but.... i dont suggest any. get a diskgosecure. i got a 4gb one, with a fingerprint scanner for file encryption. its wikid awesome.
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don't use any...
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      09-05-2007, 09:35 PM   #4
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I always bought those 2 dollars ones they have in staples they just throw them in a big bucket that has like 50mb I use it and throw it away, but I do have a 2gb one for my job though...
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At radio shack they have a sandisk flash 2G for 19 buxs much better then thoes .
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D-rock, thats a super sweet sig u got. niceee! ive gotta do a better one. mine looks so trashy lol.

and yeah, radio shack does have some good cheap ones
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I have the first one... works great and the covering does make it a little more durable if ya drop it...
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frys electronic have 4G for 33 bux
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First why do you need 4gig? I have a 1gig and it is sufficient. I mean these both aren't even that expensive but could save atleast 20 bucks getting a smaller one.

I have mine on my keychain really good to have. I'd go with the first one.
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      09-06-2007, 08:13 AM   #10
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I used to work at RadioShack. USB Drives are extremely inexpensive these days.

You can get a top of the line brand - Sandisk 1, 2, 4 GB for a relatively cheap price at RadioShack. I think the 4 GB's are down to 40 bucks right now! They used to be 110+!!!
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Whick flash drive should i get? i def need a 4gb minimum and don't want to spend over $100. looking for one that is durable and fast. my two thoughts in mind are:

1. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820233027

2. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227145
I bought a 4 gb sandisk the other day at circuit city for $35.

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Stick with Sandisk, I have found them to be very reliable and the USB connector is retractable.
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lol these polls arent helping the OP at all
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I have the first one... works great and the covering does make it a little more durable if ya drop it...
how do you keep the lint off? the voyager gt seems very promising but looking at reviews these corsairs have died after a few months and the caps are getting loose....

i need a 4gb key due to music, movies, cad files, pshop, etc lol. 8gb is overdoing but a 4gb is perfecto.
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how do you keep the lint off? the voyager gt seems very promising but looking at reviews these corsairs have died after a few months and the caps are getting loose....

Haven't had a problem with lint or the cap coming loose. Had it for over 6 months... but then again, I've got 2 or 3 others usb keys (non-corsair) and haven't had any issues with any of those either... matter of preference on style I guess... Newegg is one of the best online retailers for computer stuff - would rather order online from them than to ever step foot in fry's (well, fry's is good to go look at things as long as you don't need to ask a sales rep for ANY information and expect to get a correct answer...)...
ps: not trying to start a Fry's war here... I just had way too many lousy experiences...
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Lexar Jump Drive Sport - cover won't come off in your pocket. Good design.

My 512 MB has held up very well ~ 1 year.
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D-rock, thats a super sweet sig u got. niceee! ive gotta do a better one. mine looks so trashy lol.

and yeah, radio shack does have some good cheap ones
Thanks man !
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I bought a 512mb half a year ago for 55 buxs and i have like 3 power points and a bunch of papers and it can fit alot more.
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i bought the 4gb rally 2 from newegg. thanks for input guys.
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Whick flash drive should i get? i def need a 4gb minimum and don't want to spend over $100. looking for one that is durable and fast. my two thoughts in mind are:

1. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820233027

2. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227145

Get the Buffalo assured speed of light fastbest ever !
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wow on the rally 2. i highly suggest this key. it is very small and is VERY tight on the cap. the aluminum body helps alot too. very durable.
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