Reviewed on September 30, 2009The Hitachi SimpleTough is by far the most indestructible external hard drive we've tested, capable of surviving drops of up to 10 feet and up to one ton of pressure. With a built-in USB cable, two-tiered data security package, and an impressive three-year warranty, we have no issue recommending this external hard drive to shoppers looking for space and security.TAGS:Hitachi Ltd., Iomega eGo, gigabyte, Iomega Corp., external hard drive, truck, backup, USB 2.0, USB, hard drive, Apple Macintosh
Reviewed on May 19, 2010With more USB ports and a few new features, the new Pogoplug remains a unique and relatively easy way to share files online. However, its media-streaming features leave something to be desired.TAGS:Web browser, Apple Macintosh, hard drive, video
Reviewed on June 22, 2009Mac and PC users alike will appreciate the Iomega eGo Portable's triple interface connectivity that lets you choose from USB 2.0, FireWire 400, and FireWire 800. Combined with a rugged enclosure, free data protection software, and a robust three-year warranty, this drive is a great example of well-rounded hardware. We thoroughly recommend it both for average consumer as well as data-hounds on a budget.TAGS:Iomega Corp., Iomega eGo, EMC Corp., FireWire, USB 2.0, Apple Macintosh, USB, design, backup, Microsoft Windows, hard drive, Microsoft Windows XP
Reviewed on May 14, 2010With its embossed cover and rainbow of colorful designs, the Samsung G2 Portable hard drive is a consumer-focused external hard drive that offers the most basic plug-and-play storage functionality. You don't get many extras, but impressive benchmark scores, a competitive cost-per-gigabyte, and a generous three-year warranty demonstrate its core competency and earn this drive our CNET recommendation.TAGS:gigabyte, capacity, Samsung Electronics, external hard drive, USB 2.0, backup, Apple Mac OS, password, hard drive, USB, Apple Macintosh, Microsoft Windows
Reviewed on May 14, 2010With its embossed cover and rainbow of colorful designs, the Samsung G2 Portable hard drive is a consumer-focused external hard drive that offers the most basic plug-and-play storage functionality. You don't get many extras, but impressive benchmark scores, a competitive cost-per-gigabyte, and a generous three-year warranty demonstrate its core competency and earn this drive our CNET recommendation.TAGS:gigabyte, capacity, Samsung Electronics, external hard drive, USB 2.0, backup, Apple Mac OS, password, USB, hard drive, Apple Macintosh, Microsoft Windows