Introduction :
Many years ago no one would have ever thought about the fact that they might need a semi removable memory card for all of their electronic products, but today it is a very real need. As advances in technology continue to push ahead faster than internal memory storage systems, many users will be pleased to see the Micro SanDisk 2GB SD Card enter the market. The product carries the SanDisk name which guarantees quality, reliability and all available at a price you can afford. The SanDisk 2GB Micro SD card is a great option for many people who have a lot of mobile devices and also have the need to store or transfer information from one location to another.
Manufacturer :
SanDisk Corporation has introduced a 2GB (Gigabyte) SanDisk, doubling the capacity of its storage card. The card looks and functions like a typical SD card and its high speed makes it ideal. It can easily and quickly transfer photos or other data to a computer without any hassel. The SanDisk 2GB SD Card is a great option for those that may need to save personal information such as photographs, MP3 tracks, videos, video games, phone settings, ring tones, emails, and so much more.
Overview :
This device is about the size of a fingernail, which means that it can easily be transferred from one location to another. This type of product comes in very handy for those that are going to upgrade to a new cell phone or would simply like to move information from a cell phone to a computer or vice versa. While information was often held captive on mobile devices in the past, this is no longer the case.
Warranty & Benefits :
SanDisk offers a five year warranty with this device and it can easily be used with all SD compatible devices with the use of the adapter that is included. In addition the card will come in a protective plastic case and has a read speed of 5MB per second and write speed of 1.5MB per second. The 2GB capacity is more than enough storage space for most people and will provide professionals with plenty of storage room at very best level.
Audio, Video & Photos :
Fully-featured with storage-intensive applications like cameras, video capture, MP3's, video games etc. Built-in security features enable users to download, store, and play secure content. The removable SanDisk TransFlash makes it easy for mobile phone users to transport their personal content like contact lists and saved photos, high fidelity ring tones, applications, audio, videos and system settings from one mobile phone to another when they need to upgrade their phone or service.
Design :
MicroSD / TransFlash is designed for new mobile phones that are compact yet fully-featured with storage-intensive multimedia applications such as digital cameras, video capture and playback, MP3 players, video games, personal organizers, Multimedia Message Service (MMS), email and voicemail capabilities. It's mainly designed for use with mobile devices like cell phones, smart phones and PDA's and ideal for use in storing media-rich files.
Size :
The card measures just 11mm by 15mm and is only 1mm thick. This SANDISK compact and portable MicroSD / TransFlash memory card is the world's smallest memory storage device. The microSD is about a quarter of the size of an SD card and is the newest standard of SD flash memory. Considerably smaller than the SIM card used in mobile phones and the TransFlash is even smaller than most embedded memory. TransFlash memory is also a removable solution.
Features :
- 5 year warranty
- Used in SD compatible devices via inc adapter
- Includes protective plastic case
- Smallest possible removable storage card
- Complete with SD (secure digital card) adapter
- Read speed up to 5 MB/sec
- Write speed up to 1.5 MB/sec
- Dimensions: (WxHxD) 15x11x1mm
- Weight: 0.40 g. max
- DC Input Voltage: 2.7V to 3.6V
Basic Information :
It is Compatible with all MicroSD / TransFlash mobile devices and comes bundled with Secure Digital(SD) adapter, providing universal compatibility with other devices using a full-size SD memory card slot. Although it is Mechanical Write Protection Switch (with Adapter) with durability of Minimum 10,000 insertion/removal cycles. On computers with full SD slots, you can side-load digital content by using the included SD adapter.
Storage Capacity :
The new SanDisk 2GB TransFlash is the largest in the current range and offers the ultimate storage solution for the next generation of compact mobile phones.
Note : Above figures are approximate.
High Performance :
This Sandisk card is 2GB in size and we expect even higher capacities to come, the SanDisk TransFlash gives mobile phone designers and manufacturers more options when offering products to the consumer. The SanDisk microSD memory card offers all of the benefits of a standard SD card, but in a much smaller size. The TRANSFLASH card can be plugged into the provided adaptor, making it a full-size SD Card compatible with PDA's, phones & cameras using the SD format.
Mobile Friendly :
For mobile phones that support micro SD or TransFlash slots, the micro SD module provides ample storage for use of media rich files such as music videos, and photographs on the phone. Package includes SD card slot adapter Slot compatibility: TransFlash, or full size SD when used with an adapter Colour: Black. SanDisk microSD / TransFlash cards meet the needs of next generation, feature-rich mobile phones and devices by delivering manufacturing and aftermarket flexibility, and easy transportability of end user data.
Technical Specifications :
- Support : SD & SPI Mode.
- Higher Transfer Rate Maximum : 10MB / sec.
- Low Battery Consumption to Maximize Battery Life in Small Portable Devices.
- No. of Pins : 9pins.
- Non-Volatile Solid-State, Data is not Lost When Power is Turned Off.
- Security Level Complies with Both Current and Future Security Digital Music Initiative (SDMI) Portable Device Requirements.
- Adapter (Incl.) : Any SD-slot device includes PDAs, digital camera etc. Plus many other MP3players, digital cameras, PDA's and mobile phones.
Advanced Features:
Eliminates the confusion in determining which card fits your phone with this flexible memory kit. Take more photos, listen to more music, work on more emails, and more - just add more memory to your phone. Use your extended memory capabilities to transfer your images, music, and data between your phone and SD flash memory-enabled device, regardless of the SD format. Use your memory to make migration to new phones easy through transferring your personal information which is important for you.
Conclusion :
It will be interesting to see if anyone makes a play for the leading position which SanDisk hold in the market place, although they will not give up their growing market share without a fight. Competitive on price, leading the rest on technology, SanDisk really do lead where the rest follow.
