In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, few devices have made such a significant impact on our daily lives as the USB drive. From its humble beginnings to its current state of sleek, portable efficiency, the USB drive has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years. The Birth of Convenience: Early Days (2000s) The first USB […]
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The future of USB Drives
March 28, 2023USB drives, also known as flash drives or thumb drives, have become an essential tool for data storage and transfer in the digital age. These small, portable devices have revolutionized the way we store and share information, making them an excellent promotional gift for businesses and organizations. Looking ahead, the future of USB drives […]
What is a Flash Drive and How Does It Work
July 4, 2022Although flash drives are made in numerous formats, today’s most common type is the USB flash drive. They are highly convenient portable computer data storage devices, typically no larger than a thumb. Their ability to save large quantities of data locally makes them perfect for numerous applications – from local storage to backups. Although USB […]
IBM’s Flash Drive Nightmare – a lesson learned!
June 11, 2010IBM may have established a legacy as a leader in computer security, but it didn’t stop them from spreading malware in the promotional USB flash drives they handed out at the AusCert Security Conference in May 2010. Of course, they didn’t spread the malware intentionally. It was included in the drives they were handing out […]
Are USB Flash Drive and Memory Sticks Still a Good Promo Item Option?
March 16, 2010For a while it seemed as if everyone was giving out branded USB flash drives at trade shows, seminars and conferences. There seemed to be an overabundance of these highly prized portable drives everywhere. So the question arises, is it still a strong strategy to use branded USB flash drives to promote your business, products […]
Smart Buying Tips for USB Memory Sticks
February 18, 2010In a very short period of time USB memory sticks and flash drives have virtually replaced CDs as the preferred backup device. The advantages are too hard to ignore – more storage space, smaller size and they’re virtually indestructible. Memory is key When we talk about the memory, we’re not talking about the size of […]
Finally a Promotional Gift that Looks and “Sounds” Terrific
October 6, 2009In a sea of promotional pens, stickies and koosh balls, it’s hard to find a product that will make your branding message stand out loud and clear. Well, we think we’ve found one that is not only highly valued, but which will quickly become part of your recipient’s ever day life, whether at home, work […]
Digital Photoframe a Gift for Christmas
October 6, 2009Digital photo frames have been around for several years now, but it wasn’t until recently that they became more affordable and had quality equal to that of a traditional photo. Of course, not all digital photo frames are created equally. While many look great on the surface, they can be impossibly difficult to use. Or […]
Promotional USB Outlook – prices to increase through 2010
September 17, 2009Those of you that regularly purchase USB Memory sticks should be familiar with fluctuating prices. During 2007 and 2008 the prices for USB’s was relatively cheap due to a good exchange rate for the dollars and oversupply of flash memory. Today the prices are going up due to a weak pound and undersupply of flash […]
Saving Time and Money with USB flash drives
September 17, 2009Branded products are a mainstay of our culture. From bottled water and phones to luxury cars and jeans, we are surrounded by corporate logos and stylish graphics designed to capture our attention and our loyalty. Branding isn’t about to go out of style any time soon, either. Step into an Apple store anywhere in the […]
Using USB Drives to Brand Your Business
May 7, 2009One of the secrets to building a successful business is to create a strong relationship between you and your customer base. Good customer service, a solid product or service and attractive pricing are just a few of the many components of developing a sustainable brand. But there are other pieces of the puzzle that need […]