As people become more hooked on to various types of memory and portable storage solutions, Kingston Digital Inc. is making sure that they are all given the proper interface as far as assistance in transferring data for all supported memory card formats is concerned. And the key is really in the card reader you have, much of which are limited today. With the MobileLiteG2 card reader, support for most memory cards and memory sticks can now be enjoyed by people who require mobile data and file transfer from one source to another.

The MobileLiteG2 is a portable device that comes with retractable covers on each side for added protection for an individual’s data. It is bundled with a 4GB ($28.50) or 8GB ($46.00) Class 4 SDHC card. The MobileLiteG2 (FCR-MLG) can be bought independently for $11.00.

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After an official announcement in September, SanDisk has used the ongoing CES 2009 as the launchpad for its new Mobile Ultra memory cards in the 16GB variety. But unlike the last release where we were treated to 2, 4, and 8GB models in microSD, microSDHC, and M2 iterations, the company has decided to out the new 16GB cards only in microSDHC and Memory Stick Micro versions. Also bundled is a MobileMate Micro Reader with both versions to save you from hunting out a card-reader when needed. Both the varieties carry over the same fast side-loading speeds and a great deal improved transfers.  Available this month at $119.99 and $129.99 for the microSDHC and M2 versions respectively.
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SanDisk has officially announced plans to make 16GB microSDHC and M2 cards for mobile phones and other devices that accept such mediums.

This makes the company the only manufacturer of such high-capacity memory cards. It can be noted that not even Sony makes such large capacity M2 cards.

These cards can be all yours starting November in Best Buy Mobile and Verizon Wireless stores where they will retail for $99.99 and $129.99 for the microSDHC and M2 cards, respectively.

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SanDisk, the leader in storage solutions, has announced a slew of memory cards for our cell phones on its new Mobile Ultra line. Covering all bases, SanDisk will be releasing microSD, microSDHC, Memory Stick Micro (M2) varieties in 2, 4, and 8GB versions. If you think what’s so different about this compared to the cards already available on the market from SanDisk and others, then you might want to consider the Mobile Ultra line’s accelerated transfer rates and fast side-loading speeds on cell phones. Now, how many times were you stuck without a memory card reader to transfer your favorite photos or video? Well, SanDisk has conveniently included a MobileMate Micro Reader just for those times, which can be plugged into any USB 2.0 port.

Here’s what Michael Romero, VP of SanDisk Mobile Retail Business, had to say:

SanDisk’s new Mobile Ultra line will make consumers’ digital lifestyle more manageable by offering them greater ability to quickly transfer photos, maps, music, videos, games and other large file size content wherever they go. These cards are truly the most convenient way for people to store, move and play content using their mobile phones, so we’re excited to introduce this high-performance, premium product to market to meet this need and growing demand.

The SanDisk Mobile Ultra range will be available in June retailing for $34.99 to $129.99 depending on the type and the storage capacity. Not much for that extra bit of space if you ask me.

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After a successful stint with its 8GB microSDHC cards, SanDisk is looking to take it up another notch with its newly announced 12GB version, the highest ever for a cell phone as of now. Samples are being sent out as we speak to all major cell phone manufacturers for testing purposes.

The new 12GB card can hold up to 1500 songs, 3600 photos, and up to 24.5 hours of video. It adheres with the new SD 2.00 specification, a standard for any card with a capacity of above 4GB up to a maximum of 32GB. The 12GB card also meets the SD Speed Class 4 Rating.

Being a pioneer in flash storage cards, SanDisk has also taken up the initiative to educate people about mobile storage options with a “slot education” program called “Wake Up Your Phone.”

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Panasonic announced that it will soon launch a new 8GB high-speed SD memory card. The RP-SDV08GU1K 8GB high capacity SD (SDHC) memory card adds up to Panasonic’s line up of Pro High Speed models which already include the 1GB, 2GB and 4GB models. All are rated at a Class 6 Speed specification.

Later this year Panasonic will also unveil a 16GB model in this series. With new hi-res digital cameras and HD camcorders, the need for space on these gadgets is ever-increasing. Thanks to SD Memory Card v2.0 compatibility and the high capacity, the memory card guarantees minimum data transfer speeds of 6MB/sec.

The RP-SDV08GU1K memory card can record up to 2 hours of high definition video in AVCHD normal mode or about 3080 high resolution images. Fast enough for professional, broadcast-use digital cameras, you won’t have to worry about consecutive shooting on your new digital SLR camera.

The RP-SDV08GU1K will be priced at US $159.99 and will be available starting 8GB.

Specs in extended entry.

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