A reliable USB Flash Drive

8BaLL · 7 Jul 2014 at 22:46

I am hopefully starting Uni this year I am after a reliable USB drive something that I can trust to a extent and not corrupt or loose my data I don't need large 8GB is plenty I don't want a tiny one either a regular size the reason being I have a Leather portfolio and has two USB holders what would you recommend? I have had good experience in the past with corsair Voyager and now I am using Kingston Digital 64GB for TV Shows for my TV
Thanks.

Craig321 · 7 Jul 2014 at 22:48

Do not trust any storage, EVER. Do not treat any drive as reliable.

Take backups. Do you have your own laptop/desktop? If so, get something like CrashPlan or at least keep a copy on your main PC

If you are going to be throwing it in bags/pockets etc. then something like the Corsair Voyager or Survivor (depending on budget) would do nicely.

8BaLL · 7 Jul 2014 at 22:53

I will always have online backups Budget is not a issue but I do not need high transfer speed Thanks Craig

d_brennen · 7 Jul 2014 at 22:55

8BaLL said:
I will always have online backups Budget is not a issue but I do not need high transfer speed Thanks Craig

Literally any branded USB2 or 3 drive from a reputable retailer will do then

8BaLL · 7 Jul 2014 at 23:01

Yes just good to have when you can't always get a good internet connection.

Craig321 · 7 Jul 2014 at 23:07

gothic_hobbit · 8 Jul 2014 at 12:16

I recommend Sandisk.

jh30uk · 8 Jul 2014 at 12:31

^^ 2nd that, have the 64GB Extreme.

Results of my test and the newer faster 128GB model are in that thread:

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18598621&highlight=64GB+username_jh30uk