In the arena of PC storage
devices, there have been many new technologies developed – from Memory Stick Pro
to Mini SD. Even so, the most widely used is still the USB flash drive. Due to
consumer trends, all of these storage devices are growing smaller in physical
size while growing larger in storage capacity.
A-DATA is one company in this
system memory arena who has recently introduced several of this type of “mini”
USB flash drive.
These mini flash drives come
from
A-DATA’s “Nobility” and “Classic” lines, and are available in storage
capacities up to 8GB. The three up for review today are the
Nobility PD17, the
Classic PD18, and the
Nobility PD19, all of which are the 1 GB capacity sample
versions. Let's take a look at what sets these drives apart from the crowd, as
well as from each other.
About the Company:
Founded in May, 2001 by Chairman and CEO Mr. Simon Chen, A-DATA Technology Co.,
Ltd. has quickly risen to become one of the world’s largest memory and flash
product providers. At the beginning, with DRAM modules as the major product
line, A-DATA’s mission was to become “The Global Leading Brand of Memory
Products.” Later on, recognizing the market’s trend, A-DATA diversified its
product portfolio to include Flash peripherals and multimedia solutions.
Capitalizing on the strong growth of DRAM memory and flash related products in
the market, based on DRAMeXchange 2006 and iSuppli 2006 reports, A-DATA ranks
second in the world for DRAM Modules and fourth for Flash Disks respectively.
A-DATA truly understands that professionalism and innovation
drive a company’s competitiveness as well as the value of its products and
services in the market. A-DATA’s strict execution requires performing at the
highest standards as it relates to ID design, purchasing and supply chain
management (raw materials), manufacturing processes and quality control and
testing. Through constant innovation and development of products that exceed
customer expectations, A-DATA has won many of the most recognized international
awards including the National Silver Award of Excellence in Taiwan, Japan’s
G-MARK (Good Design Award), CES Innovations Award in the US and iF Design award
and reddot design award in Germany.
Features and Specifications:
Nobility Series PD17 Flash Drive:
"A-DATA’s PD 17
features stylish design and a loss-proof sliding design cap that
eliminates the problem of easily-lost caps that is ideal for today’s
busy lifestyles. It combines plug-and-play convenience and key-chain
style design with elegance and smooth lines.
The blend of
exquisite, innovative design that emphasizes simplicity and smooth lines
with slim, lightweight construction makes the device a data storage
product with a unique style. PD 17 takes hi-tech and fashion to new
levels in terms of both visual appearance and functionality, adding an
extra touch of minimalist charm to the user’s modern lifestyle."
Features:
Classic Series PD18 Flash Drive:
"Flash drive is
a modern-living must for data storage and portability personally and
professionally.
A-DATA 's PD 18 Flash Drive incorporates functionality with stylish
industrial look and coated with ocean blue and rose red aluminum
housing. The unique design and agility exude an attractive appeal for
fashion young users, breathing high quality into flash drives. It comes
with a practical key chain design and can easily become part of your
fashion accessories.
Tailored especially to suit distinct personal tastes, it can be attached
to mobile phones, or key chains, offering convenience to your life. Its
perfect blend of good design and high performance is just what modern
consumers are looking for in fashionable flash drives."
Features:
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Tiny
-
Aluminum Cap
-
Attach cap
holder (Rubber*1)
-
COB process
for PCBA
-
Specification:
support USB 2.0
-
Support
Windows ReadyBoost
Nobility Series PD19 Flash Drive:
"Is easy
storing and carrying data your dream digital lifestyle?
PD 19 is a
flash drive that makes you life simple and fun. It is a convenient and
fashionable complement to life, work and entertainment. The unique
swivel cover outperforms the previous cap counterpart, demonstrating the
power of intelligent design. In addition to the fact that you will never
have to worry about losing the cap, the design is charming and
practical, cool characteristics not to be missed by anyone who cares
about fashion and style. Furthermore, to keep from falling off, PD 19
features a hole for affixing, enabling it to become part of your
accessories. This compact flash drive makes your digital life more
fashionable and better quality."
Features: