Ironkey Military Strength Flash Drives

This Thumb Drive will self-destruct in 10 seconds…

Thumb drives are a convenient and cool way to carry around your data, and with drive sizes in the gigabytes, you can store a ton of photos, files, music, and video in a very tiny space. Unfortunately, due to their small sizes, they are targets for information thieves.

Think about it – all that personal data – your resume, email, password-files, and pictures of your girlfriend (wink) can be picked up and copied and returned before you even noticed it was missing. You want to have this data handy, but handy for you and not for that scumbag down the hall with the sticky fingers.

Like you, the US Military wanted portable but secure storage, and the guys at IronKey stepped up. They’ve developed the perfect solution that’s one-part thumb-drive, and two parts Mission: Impossible. Their thumb drives hold up to 8 Gigabytes of data, but includes a hardware encryption chip that scrambles the data so as to be completely unreadable without a password.

Passwords can be hacked, but not the IronKey. It’s built to withstand attacks both virtual and physical. 10 incorrect password attempts, and the encryption chip self-destructs, making the contents of the flash drive totally unreadable. The contents of the drive are filled with epoxy, so if a hacker tries to physically access the chips, he’d more likely damage them instead. Even if he did get access to the memory chips, they’d be worthless without the encryption chip. Electron-shielded, even a scanning electron microscope can’t get inside.

Applications built right onto the IronKey help keep your personal data safe. For example, the password manager keeps your passwords safe. How? Your passwords are securely stored in a hidden hardware-encrypted area inside the device (and not in the drive’s file system), being first locally encrypted with 256-bit AES, using randomly generated keys encrypted with a SHA-256 hash of your device password. All of this data is then doubly encrypted with 128-bit AES hardware encryption. Hack that.

A secure copy of Firefox included with your IronKey encrypts your browsing session through a VPN tunnel to IronKey’s Secure Sessions Service. It works by tunneling your entire web browsing communications through the Tor-based Secure Sessions proxy on your IronKey. The Secure Sessions tunnel connects over an encrypted connection to their network routing servers, which in turn route your traffic between a number of servers, and then eventually out to your destination website. This approach protects your identity and your confidentiality, encrypting and anonymizing your Web surfing on almost any network or VPN (virtual private network).

These drives have already seen duty in Afghanistan, keeping US Military secrets safe from unsavory people. They’re certainly good enough even for your most sensitive data.

All this goodness is demoed here. Go check it out!

Ironkey Military Strength Flash Drives

IronKey – The Bottom-Line

  • Fast 30MBPS Read, 20MBPS Write
  • Drive contents encrypted with AES CBC-Mode Encryption
  • Onboard IronKey Password-manager keeps all your internet passwords safe
  • Secure version of Firefox included that encrypts all your web-surfing traffic
  • Encased in a potted metal case, not plastic, making it one of the strongest USB keys around
  • Exceeds MIL-STD-810F military waterproofing standards
  • The encryption chip self-destructs if an invasive attack is detected
  • If your Ironkey is lost, you can restore from a secure backup to a new Ironkey in minutes
  • Dual channel SLC NAND Flash for high-quality and read/write speeds
  • Works great in Windows XP and Windows Vista, Linux and Mac OS X. Linux and Mac support requires Windows initialization, first.
  • Sorry – due to export restrictions, we cannot ship outside the US and Canada.

Price: $69.99 – $279.99 at ThinkGeek.com


Help Dad Stay Connected From the Campsite To The Beach

Give Dad What He Wants for Father’s Day: Mobile Broadband Devices from Verizon Wireless

Father’s Day is June 21 and if you’re still trying to find the right gift for Dad, Verizon Wireless has a number of cool gadgets from which to choose, including Mobile Broadband devices and Network Extender. These devices can help him stay connected — whether on a weekend getaway with Mom or out fishing with buddies.

The following Mobile Broadband devices take advantage of the nation’s largest and most reliable 3G network:

  • MiFi(TM) 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot – Dad can create his personal Wi-Fi hotspot with the MiFi 2200 and connect to a notebook, camera and even an MP3 player. He can also share the connection with family and friends since the MiFi 2200 supports up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices.
  • HP Mini 1151NR – Eliminate the need for Dad to always lug his laptop with him. The lightweight HP Mini 1151NR from Verizon Wireless allows him to access the Internet and e-mail and browse the Web in a laptop-style package that weighs less than 2.5 pounds.
  • Data Cards and USB Modems – Dad can connect to the network wherever he goes with several data cards and USB modems, including the USB760 USB Modem.

Extending the Network

If the family is planning a summer getaway, Dad can pack the Verizon Wireless Network Extender to enhance the wireless signal for calling, texting and sending picture messages. Ideal for any destination with a structural barrier (e.g. basement, remote and mountainous regions), Network Extender can improve network access in areas where Verizon Wireless offers service, provided there is a compatible broadband Internet connection.

Pricing

The MiFi 2200, HP Mini 1151NR and the USB760 USB Modem are $99.99, $199.99 and $49.99 respectively after a $50 mail-in rebate and a new two-year customer agreement. Customers can select from two Mobile Broadband price plans — $39.99 monthly access for 250 MB monthly allowance or $59.99 monthly access for 5 GB monthly allowance. Network Extender is available for $249.99 plus local taxes. There are no monthly access charges for using Network Extender.

For more information about Verizon Wireless products and services or to purchase these devices, visit  www.verizonwireless.com.


Feature-Rich, Value-Priced Bundle Offers a Complete Card Design and Printing Solution for Small and Medium-Size Organisations

Zebra Technologies Europe Limited announced the launch of the Zebra QuikCard ID Solution. Specifically designed for the requirements of a small to mid size business, the Zebra QuikCard ID Solution provides an “all-in-one” integrated solution for entry-level card applications.

The QuikCard ID system combines the benefits of Zebra’s market-leading value class printers with innovative card design software and design templates that allow users to quickly customise and print single or dual-sided, full-colour cards and badges. Solution components include: a Zebra Value class P110i or P120i(TM) card printer, QuikCard ID Software with exclusive card design software and templates, a Logitech (R) USB web cam and mini-tripod, and a media/supplies starter kit (one ribbon and 200 PVC cards).

“The QuikCard ID Solution is designed to meet the access and ID needs of smaller organisations without requiring major capital investment or specialised technical expertise,” said Les Dickin, Head of Product Marketing at Zebra Technologies Ltd. EMEA. “By removing these entry barriers, Zebra’s out-of-the-box solution offers new and existing market segments a practical way to deploy entry level card applications.”

The Zebra QuikCard ID Solution enables users to quickly and easily design, print and issue high quality colour Photo ID cards for a variety of applications such as: access control badges, visitor ID management, and retail loyalty and membership cards. The solution is also ideal for ID cards in educational, state and local government, public safety agencies and not-for-profit organisations.

Key features and benefits of the Zebra QuikCard ID Solution include:

Complete and Flexible Solution

  • Available in 4 different models for single or dual sided printing, with or without magnetic encoding.
  • Complete card design application software including support for magnetic encoding, 1D bar codes, image and photo import capabilities and conditional print features,
  • Import or store card issuance information in Microsoft(R) Excel and CSV datafiles
  • Small solution footprint fits comfortably into any office environment

Ease-of-Use Features and Capabilities

  • Zebra Card Design Templates and Template Designer to enable instant creation and editing of full-colour ID cards from included template designs
  • Load-N-Go(TM) ribbon cartridge to facilitate ribbon installation and i Series(TM) auto-ribbon detection to configure printer and monitor ribbon status
  • USB Web camera and mini-tripod for easy image capture to include in photo ID cards

Available in Europe, Mid-East and Africa immediately, the Zebra QuikCard ID Solution is sold through Zebra’s vast network of channel partners.

www.emea.zebra.com/en/quikcard.

Source: Zebra Technologies


Lead- and PVC-Free Silicone Rubber USB Drive Benefits World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

Active Media Products announced a new WWF Penguin USB flash drive that is offered in capacities up to 16GB. Under its licensing agreement with World Wildlife Fund (WWF) AMP develops and sells a series of portable USB flash drives in the likeness of endangered species, and contributes five percent of the retail price of this product line to WWF.

AMP’s second product in this series benefitting WWF is a rubber USB drive shaped like an emperor penguin, but measuring just 2.2 inches in height. The Penguin drive, like the WWF Panda drive introduced in May, is made of PVC-free non-toxic silicone. The drive is also free of lead and mercury — poisonous metals used in other USB drives.

R2G-PENGUIN-W 2GB Penguin Drive
R4G-PENGUIN-W 4GB Penguin Drive
R8G-PENGUIN-W 8GB Penguin Drive
R16G-PENGUIN-W 16GB Penguin Drive

Portable Storage with Character

“The Penguin drive is a unique product that merges form and function to make an excellent storage device. It’s a portable flash drive with character,” stated Jerry Thomson, Active Media Products VP of marketing. Mr. Thomson added, “Our contribution to WWF helps preserve the diversity and abundance of life on Earth, which is something we feel great about.” Active Media Products donates 5% of the retail price of this merchandise to WWF, with a minimum annual contribution of $25,000.

Both Penguin and Panda drives are available immediately from retailers including Amazon. 8GB Penguin drives retail for around $26.


Econo-Keys Releases Mobile Keyboard With Reverse-Side Touchpad

Econo-Keys strengthened its line of low-priced, hygienic keyboards with the addition of the EK-76-TP, an innovative mobile keyboard with a touchpad on the reverse side.

The first-of-its-kind keyboard provides the functionality of a full-sized touchpad integrated into a compact case ideal for mobility.

ECONO-KEYS EK-76-TP

“What makes this keyboard so original and unlike anything on the market is the reverse-side touchpad,” spokesperson Halley Cade said. “The EK-76-TP can be easily flipped over to provide convenient touchpad access, or used from underneath while typing. It is perfect for customers who desire the user-friendliness of a touchpad, but need something ultra-portable.”

Like all Econo-Keys products, the EK-76-TP is fully sealed to IP67 standards, making it resistant to dirt, dust and water. Because it lacks the crevices found in standard desktop keyboards, it can be thoroughly disinfected with any hospital-grade cleaning agent and can endure routine harsh washes.

The EK-76-TP measures 8.91″ x 3.54″ x 0.38″ and has a Windows- and Linux-compatible USB interface. The keyboard has 76 keys, including 12 function keys.

All Econo-Keys products are discounted 10 percent when purchased by credit card at www.Econo-Keys.com.





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