gadgetnutz.com Updated: 2011-09-27 12:17:12
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Way back in the early 90s I used an 88MB (5.25" cartridge) SyQuest for transferring large files to an editor I worked with. That was alright for a while but when I needed something larger I went for a one GB Jazz disk. What appealed to me was th...
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Chic portable hard drives are in vogue these days and we have reviewed a few elegant drives before. However, the one we have with us today- the Iomega eGo Ruby Red USB 250 GB- looks completely different. It was about two years back that we reviewed an...
Trendy looks, excellent write and read speeds, software bundle...
Expensive, no carry pouch, software bundle has to be downloaded...
Chic portable hard drives are in vogue these days and we have reviewed a few elegant drives before. However, the one we have with us today- the Iomega eGo Ruby Red USB 250 GB- looks completely different. It was about two years back that we reviewed an...
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v3.co.uk Updated: 2011-09-27 12:17:12
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External hard disks are the most convenient way of backing up important files on a computer, with plenty of space and very fast access. The Iomega Ego Portable is particularly suitable, with backup software included. There is some early disappointment:...
Slim, stylish and robust case, No power supply required...
Backup software not on disk.
A well-designed disk with good backup software, but its a little on the expensive side.
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Digitaltrends.com Updated: 2011-09-27 12:17:12
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Video Review: Yearning to have all eyes on you when you carry around your portable hard drive, or are you looking for a portable hard drive that reflects your style? Iomega is hoping the eGo will fulfill that need.
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Hard drive-based portable drives are in vogue. This is largely due to the fact that 2.5-inch HDD prices have come down quite a lot, while their capacities have only gone up. Also, one cant disregard the ease of use and the mobility factor of such port...
Good looks and build quality, Good performance.
Size could have been smaller, Expensive.
The 250GB version sells for Rs. 11,950 while the 160GB version sells for around Rs. 6,950. Both variants have a 1-year warranty tag. The performance of this eGo drive is much better than most branded drives as well as DIY portable hard drive kits, but...
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This ruby-colored portable hard drive packs in the space but lacks security.
Compatible with Mac OS, Windows XP, and Windows Vista, Fast read speeds, Stylish design, Lots of space...
No encryption software, Backup software requires download...
Mixing a portable hard drive with a sleek design, Iomega has taken a stab at livening up the look of its 160GB portable hard drive by adding cherry-red coloring (also available in blue and silver) with silver accents. Though externally rugged, the Iome...
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This eGo can take a bruising. Iomegas newest portable hard drive is built to survive tumbles that would knock many other drives out of commission. The eGo ($160 street) is designed to be a companion to your notebook, as the reliquary for 160GB worth...
Large capacity. Drop resistance. Compact. Good dollar per gigabyte value.
Dual-headed cables Y-section a little short. Have to download backup software. Backup software Windows-only. Chrome attracts fingerprints.
Iomega introduces a new pocket hard drive, the eGo. Its a little curvier than the usual blocky pocket drive, but inside its built to take travel stresses...
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