SanDisk 4GB iNAND Flash Storage Device
SanDisk newly launched iNAND, a 4GB flash storage device, aimed at being a less power-hungry alternate solution to storage as compared to micro hard drives. Flash is already the preferred media for a wide range of consumer electronics, from MP3 players to digital cameras to mobile phones.The micro hard drive suffers from high power requirements - meaning your device's battery will be draining faster than you can say "abracadabra" backwards. But flash technology requires lesser battery power. Add to this the fact that the cost-per-MB has been steadily decreasing, and the iNAND would be a clear fit in the current market requirement.
At speeds of 5 MB/sec (write) and 9 MB/sec (read), expect iNAND to be a hit in the mobile market. And the dimensions? An unbelievable 12 x 18 x 1.4 millimeters.
SanDisk 4GB iNAND Flash Storage Device Specs:
The iNAND also incorporates SanDisk's TrustedFlash technology for content security. It is slated for a March 2006 release. (Pricing for a 2GB iNAND is around $95.00 in 10,000-lot quantities). More info is available on SanDisk's website.
| 4GB iNAND | 4GB MicroDrive | |
| Length in mm | 18 | 42.8 |
| Width in mm | 12 | 36.4 |
| Height in mm | 1.4 | 5 |
| Weight | 2g | 16g |
| Volume mm | 302.4 | 7789.6 |
| Power: write | 75 milliAmps | 305 milliAmps |
| Power: sleep/standby | 150 microAmps | 16 microAmps |
| Vibration (operating) | 7.5G, 0 to Peak | 1.0 G, 0 to Peak |
| Shock (operating) | 1,000 G max. | 200 G/2ms (half sine wave) |
| Ambient Temp. Operating |
minus 25 to plus 85 C | 0 to 70 C |
The iNAND also incorporates SanDisk's TrustedFlash technology for content security. It is slated for a March 2006 release. (Pricing for a 2GB iNAND is around $95.00 in 10,000-lot quantities). More info is available on SanDisk's website.
