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Kingston IronKey Locker+ 50 USB Flash Drive Review

The Kingston IronKey Locker+ 50 USB Flash Drive comes in several storage options to suit one’s personal needs these range from 32GB to 256GB which is what we have here today.

Flash drives are ten a penny these days but security is vital today with what we store and now with GDPR laws encryption is vital in any business and indeed personal use.

We have review many brands in the past like iStorage for example who seem to have vanished since we seen them last but Kingston offer similar products here too and again many other brands we have covered in this category of tech.

This USB Flash drive is built well with a nice finish that stands out and also has an LED light on board to show when it is in use. The build quality alone sets it apart from plastic housed devices out there and also you can attach to your keyring if required.

The set up is relatively simple here and a much simpler process than others there is a complex or passphrase mode here also an admin mode for others to access which is not the case for us here it is just me that will use it. You can see how this works in the video review below it is simple to be honest and not a complex process. You can also hide your password whilst typing which is hand for several obvious security reasons.

The LP50 comes with the latest AES hardware encryption and XTS mode and stops brute force attacks.

 

You can also back up direct to cloud with a pop up every time you use it  if not chosen from the start this is handy to have and supports several platforms such as box and google drive which would suit many again you can see this in the video review below.

Performance is fine here for a USB key with no issues swapping files across and back in no time and works well on all laptops I have here during testing overall a simple handy effective gadget to have to keep your data safe where it should be.

Features
  • XTS-AES Encryption with Brute Force and BadUSB Attack Protection
  • Multi-Password (Admin and User) Option with Complex/Passphrase modes
  • New Passphrase Mode
  • Automatic Personal Cloud Backup
  • Additional Security Features
  • 256GB
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1
  • 115.0 write speed

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Kingston External SSD XS 1000R review

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Kingston External SSD XS1000R 2TB Review

The Kingston XS1000R 2TB is an external SSD (Solid State Drive) with USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity, designed for versatile backup across various systems. It’s compatible with Windows 11, 10, macOS (v.10.15.x+), Linux (v.4.4.x+), Chrome OS, Android, and iOS/iPadOS® (v.13+). The SSD can be used with both USB Type-C® and USB Type-A devices, thanks to the included USB-C to USB-A cable and USB-A to USB-C adapter.

Design and Build

The 2TB drive features a metal and plastic casing, making it lightweight at just 44.8 grams. It’s available in black or red and has compact dimensions of 6.99 x 3.25 x 1.35 cm, making it extremely portable for a 2TB storage device.

Specifications

  • Speed: Up to 1050MB/s with USB 3.2 Gen 2
  • Compatibility: Windows® 11, 10, macOS (v.10.15.x+), Linux (v.4.4.x+), Chrome OS™, Android™, iOS/iPadOS® (v.13+)
  • Dimensions: 6.99 x 3.25 x 1.35 cm
  • Weight: 44.8 grams

Storage Capacity

  • Documents: Approximately 500,000 to 1,000,000 documents (average size of 2 MB per document)
  • Photos: Around 400,000 to 500,000 high-resolution photos (average size of 4-5 MB per photo)
  • Music: About 500,000 to 1,000,000 songs (average size of 3-4 MB per song)
  • Videos: Roughly 300 to 500 hours of standard definition video (average size of 1 GB per hour) or about 100 to 200 hours of high-definition video (average size of 10 GB per hour)

Setup

The setup is straightforward with no software download required. It’s a plug-and-play device that worked immediately during testing.

Warranty and Support

This model comes with a limited 5-year warranty and free technical support. The SSD’s lack of moving parts, unlike traditional HDDs, results in faster data access speeds, reduced latency, increased resistance to physical shock, lower power consumption, and silent operation. These features contribute to lower failure rates and justify the extended warranty and support.

Conclusion

With over 5000 Amazon ratings averaging 4.5 out of 5, the Kingston XS1000R 2TB is highly recommended for its size, weight, warranty, and transfer speed. Note that optimal speeds require a USB 3.2 Gen 2 host device.

While the model does not include a carry case, one is available as an optional accessory, which is useful for transporting the SSD and preventing shock damage. At techbuzz, we always recommend quality brands from trusted suppliers. Kingston Technology, with over 35 years in business, has consistently delivered reliable products, including DRAM and SSDs.

Overall, the Kingston XS1000R 2TB is a top-notch product with impressive warranty and support. It’s lightweight, solid, and offers excellent transfer speeds with backward compatibility with USB 3.2. This trusted brand ensures your data, memories, media files, photos, and videos are always readily accessible.

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