Lexar Rolling Out JumpDrive S73 Flash Memory Stick

Lexar Media, Inc. announced the Lexar JumpDrive S73 USB 3.0 flash drive.

The JumpDrive S73 leverages SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology to empower users to step up to the next level of personal storage performance by transferring photos, videos, and files up to three times faster than standard USB 2.0 flash drives. Offering read speeds up to 45MB per second and write speeds up to 20MB per second, the JumpDrive S73 is available in 8GB (blue), 16GB (purple), 32GB (orange), and 64GB (green) capacities.

Available in an assortment of colorful capacity options, the Lexar JumpDrive S73 combines the convenience, reliability, and affordability of standard JumpDrive USB flash drives with the performance of USB 3.0 technology. Its retractable connector and thumb slide design provide a solution for safely storing, transferring, and sharing photos, videos, and files. The drive is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 devices.

"With the JumpDrive S73 flash drive, users can take advantage of the USB 3.0 ports that are being integrated into personal computers and adopted by more hardware platforms. This will allow users to transfer content at much faster speeds compared to many of today’s USB 2.0 flash drives," said Aaron Lee, director of USB product marketing, Lexar. "Lexar is committed to offering our customers a range of USB 3.0 flash drive solutions, and the JumpDrive S73 is a great option for those looking for a convenient and eye-catching personal storage device at a great price."

Lexar products designs undergo testing in the Lexar Quality Labs to ensure performance, quality, compatibility, and reliability with more than 800 intended digital devices.

The Lexar JumpDrive S73 is compatible with both Mac and PC systems, comes with a three-year limited warranty and will be available in February 2012 with MSRPs of $27.99 (8GB), $42.99 (16GB), $74.99 (32GB), and $144.99 (64GB).