2TB 2.5-Inch WD HDD in 3Q13

WD announced the availability of the My Passport Ultra of portable HDDs, which combine additional layers of data protection with USB 3.0 connectivity, a slim, compact design and four color choices to offer mobile consumers at way to protect their digital content while traveling.

Available in 500GB, 1TB and new 2TB capacities, My Passport Ultra portable HDDs have built-in WD SmartWare Pro backup software with Dropbox integration, hardware encryption and password protection to safeguard against unauthorized drive access.

A protective pouch is included with the My Passport Ultra to help shield it from the daily knocks encountered by today’s mobile consumer.

"WD’s My Passport Ultra combines USB 3.0, a range of colors and capacities and the best software and hardware functions currently found in our line of My Passport portable storage drives to create the ultimate portable digital safe for today’s active consumer," explained Jim Welsh, EVP and GM of WD’s branded products and consumer electronics groups. "Adding WD SmartWare Pro technology with auto backup and password protection to one of the industry’s fastest interfaces and largest capacity drives gives consumers the convenience and peace of mind to enjoy, share, and protect their personal digital content everywhere they go."

Pricing and Availability
My Passport Ultra portable HDDs are protected by a 3-year limited warranty and are available from the WD store at wdstore.com and at select retailers and distributors. My Passport Ultra 500GB has MSRP of $99.99 (€99,99), and the My Passport Ultra 1 TB is $129.99 (€139,90). 2TB unit will be available in 3Q13 at €219,90.

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