September 19, 2009
Transcend JetFlash T5 – 4GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive TS4GJFT5W
Posted by: TranscendMemoryCards : Category: 4Gb Memory Card, Transcend Flash Memory
- Fully compatible with Hi-Speed USB 2.0
- Driverless USB powered. No external power, or battery needed
- Easy Plug and Play installation
Product Description
Transcend’s T5 is incredibly compact and only weighs a mere 2g. Its non-breakable plastic casing is rugged enough to resist bending, stress, vibration, shock, and even full water submersion. The retractable connector design and eye-catching two-tone color schemes with intricate hexagon patterns make the drive easier to handle and use. With its convenient attachment loop, the ultra-light T5 can be used as a mobile phone dongle or as a keychain Transcend’s T5 USB flas… More >>
Transcend JetFlash T5 – 4GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive TS4GJFT5W
September 19th, 2009 at 1:33 pm
I bought this product from Amazon a couple of weeks ago. What most surprised me was the size – it is very small, much smaller than the average USB drive. If you don’t attach it to something it would be very easy to lose. They’ve made it smaller in part by getting rid of the metal casing that usually surrounds the connector (see the picture). Because of that, this drive sits a bit more loosely in USB slots.
Also, because there’s no casing, it is possible to put the drive into a USB slot upside down. The only way you’ll know it’s upside down is that the computer won’t recognize it.
Other than that, the drive works exactly as it should. The slide mechanism that protects the connector works well, although it is a little sensitive. You have to make sure that you’ve taken all pressure off it to lock it in place before using it.
The drive feels well made, and I’m confident it will last a long time in my pocket. I’ve had no problems at all with it so far.
UPDATE (17 July, 2009): After six months of heavy use the plastic casing around the metal clasp has cracked. It looks like it will still be functional, at least for a while, but it’s starting to deteriorate.
Rating: 4 / 5