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News Release from: Simpletech Europe | Subject: ProX 256 and 512Mbyte SD cards
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 13 November 2003
Next-generation Flash cards for faster
access
ProX 256 and 512Mbyte SD (Secure Digital) Flash memory cards are now available for immediate delivery.
ProX 256 and 512Mbyte SD (Secure Digital) Flash memory cards are now available for immediate delivery Simpletech's ProX SD cards are the next-generation of removable Flash storage, reducing the time it takes to read and write data to memory with high-speed data transfer rates up to 10Mbyte/s
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 14 Aug 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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When used with a digital camera, the ProX Series SD cards reduce wait time between shots.
Simpletech's ProX SD cards also feature a write protect switch on the side of the card to prevent accidental overwriting of data and images, as well as increased efficiency that aids in maximising the battery life of devices while using the card (performance may vary according to devices).
"ProX SD cards provide ultrafast data connectivity for nearly every device using SD cards on the market", said Ken Roberts, Director of Product Marketing for Simpletech.
According to Gartner Group, Secure Digital was one of the fastest growing segments of the Flash memory market in 2002.
"The slim, compact design of ProX SD cards make them the ideal solution for a variety of SD-compatible handheld devices, including digital cameras, video recorders, PDAs, MP3 music players and smart phones, as well as digital projectors, photo printers and voice recorders", said Roberts.
"These applications are now empowered with fast data write times and enhanced security".
Simpletech's family of ProX SD Flash memory cards are available in 256 and 512Mbyte capacities.
About the size of a postage stamp, the SD memory cards measure 24 x 32 x 2.1mm and weigh only 3g.
As with all Simpletech products, ProX SD Flash memory cards come with a lifetime warranty backed by Simpletech's reputation for quality and support.
Manufacturer's suggested retail prices are $159 for 256Mbyte and $299 for 512Mbyte.
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