The increase in storage offers users one of the first hand-held storage devices in the world with as much as 250 GB storage capacity.<\/p>\n
According to Shane Hutchinson, Western Digital product manager at Pinnacle Micro, their Passport Portable drives are becoming increasingly popular around the world for their plug-and-play capabilities.<\/p>\n
Weighing in at less than five ounces the lightweight drive fits easily into a pocket or backpack and is the perfect gadget to back up large files from digital pictures, high definition music and videos.<\/p>\n
Hutchinson said the WD Sync software allows users to take desktop content with them by simplifying the synchronization of essential personal files and Microsoft Outlook data on a PC.<\/p>\n
“The beauty is that if owners misplace the drive, they know their data is protected with 128-bit encryption. Additionally, Google software on the drive allows users to quickly locate files with the Google Desktop Search tool, manage photos with Picasa photo organiser software – and simplify Web searches with the Google Toolbar search bar,” Pinnacle Micro said.<\/p>\n
"The rich, storage-hungry media content generated by 10 Mega-pixel digital cameras and high definition video camcorders makes the 250 GB WD Passport Drive a compelling solution," said Jim Welsh, vice president and general manager of WD's branded products group. <\/p>\n
"WD Passport is a travel-friendly gadget for consumers who want to carry their entire digital portfolio with them."<\/p>\n