Seagate Introduces Miniature Fast 1TB and 2TB SSDs with USB Type-C Connector

Seagate has introduced compact solid-state drives Seagate Ultra-Compact SSD with data transfer rates of up to 1000 MB/s and a USB Type-C connector. According to the manufacturer, the SSD, the size of a regular flash drive, is designed for harsh operating conditions: it can withstand a fall from a height of three meters, is protected from dust and water according to the IP54 standard, and has a removable rubber case for additional protection.

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«”A compact and lightweight solid-state drive about the size of a flash drive that easily attaches to a keychain. Despite its small size, it delivers performance and convenience,” Seagate said in a press release. The manufacturer emphasizes that the Seagate Ultra-Compact SSD is “designed to withstand the rigors of travel and is committed to sustainability.” At least 35% of the drive’s enclosure is made from recycled materials.

The manufacturer guarantees the SSD compatibility with Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone, tablets and gaming consoles. The drive is provided with a 3-year limited warranty, as well as three years of Seagate Rescue data recovery services.

The drive comes with easy-to-use Toolkit backup and sync software. Also included with purchase is a 6-month free trial of Dropbox Backup, which automatically backs up one computer and one external drive, and a 6-month free subscription to Mylio Photos+, “to edit, organize, sync, and protect your photos and videos for a lifetime.”

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The Seagate Ultra-Compact SSD will go on sale this month. The 1TB version is priced at $100, while the 2TB drive is priced at $180.