New USB Flash Drive/Reader Offers Expansion Possibilities for Mobile Users Everywhere

Dubai, UAE, 21 February 2008 -- Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced to the Middle East the DataTraveler® Micro Reader, an all-in-one USB Flash drive and reader that can store, transfer and read content on mobile memory cards.

"As mobile phones perform more sophisticated functions, carving a greater place in the lives of mobile consumers, Kingston Technology is developing faster speed and larger capacity cards and versatile USB/card/device readers to help users get the most out of their devices," said Antoine Harb, Business Development Manager, Kingston Technology. "We believe the DT Micro Reader will be well received by the mobile community as a smart single-solution to navigate the plethora of devices and card formats on the market today."  

The DataTraveler Micro Reader is enhanced for Windows® ReadyBoost™, and features onboard Flash memory up to 2GB* and an expansion slot to read microSD, microSDHC, or Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) cards. It is the perfect device for users who want to minimize the number of devices they carry and still have a USB drive handy for storage and a reliable method to transfer songs, videos, photos, and more between a mobile phone and computer.

Mobile phones that utilize microSD, microSDHC or Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) memory cards can take advantage of the DT Micro Reader's simple drag and drop action that easily transfers files between one's PC or Mac and mobile phone. Digital content can now be enjoyed on the phone without the need for cables.

The DataTraveler Micro Reader is backed by a five-year warranty and free 24/7 technical support.

Features/Specifications:

• Versatile: use as a USB Flash drive and/or as a reader for microSD, microSDHC, and Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) **

• Compliant: with SD 2.00, microSDHC and USB 2.0

• Convenient: pocket-sized for easy transportability

• Simple: plug and play into any USB port

• Guaranteed: five-year warranty

• Dimensions: 2.52" x 0.78" x 0.41" (64.0 mm x 19.8mm x 10.4mm)

• Capacities*: 1GB, 2GB

• Enhanced for Windows ReadyBoost ***

• Operating temperatures: -32° to 140° F (0° to 60° C)

• Storage temperatures: -4° to 185° F (-20° to 85° C)

• Weight: 0.31 oz. (8.68 g)

Kingston DataTraveler Micro Reader

Part Number

MSRP

DTCRC/1GB

$19.33

DTCRC/2GB

$28.38

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About Kingston Technology Company, Inc.
Kingston Technology Company, Inc. is the world's largest independent manufacturer of memory products. Kingston designs, manufactures and distributes memory products for desktops, laptops, servers, printers, and Flash memory products for PDAs, mobile phones, digital cameras, and MP3 players. Through its global network of subsidiaries and affiliates, Kingston has manufacturing facilities in California, Malaysia, Taiwan, China and sales representatives in the United States, Europe, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, India, Taiwan, China, and Latin America.

For more information, please call 01932 738950 or visit www.kingston.com/europe and http://www.kingston.com/meroot/press/default.asp 

Kingston and the Kingston logo are registered trademarks of Kingston Technology Corporation. All rights reserved. All other marks may be the property of their respective titleholders.

* Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage.

For more information, please consult Kingston's Flash Memory Guide at kingston.com/Flash_Memory_Guide. Some devices may not support all of the options listed. Always consult your owner's manual for supported configurations.

** Memory Stick™ and Memory Stick Micro™ (M2) are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Kingston is not affiliated with Sony Corporation.

*** Speed may vary due to host, hardware, software and usage.

Brigitte Haas
Kingston Technology
Tel: 01932 738813
Fax: 01932 738811
Email: bhaas@kingston-technology.com

Tania Chuppe
The Portsmouth Group
Tel: +971 505014164
Email: tania.chuppe@theportsmouthgroup.com

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