LaCie Porsche Design Drives With USB-C

LaCie, brand from Seagate Technology plc, and Porsche Design Group (Porsche Lizenz und Handelsgesellschaft GmbH & Co. KG) announced a line of Porsche Design Drives.

Housed in sleek all-aluminum enclosures that reflect the signature Porsche Design style, the new Mobile and Desktop Drives feature forward-thinking USB-C connectivity with the highest capacities on the market in a compact form factor.

USB-C connector for next-generation computers
The company’s Porsche Design drives offer the USB-C connector for next-generation computers like the latest MacBook. This feature makes the drive incredibly easy to connect, since both ends of the cable are identical and the connector is reversible. As a result, there is no wrong way to connect the drive to a USB-C computer. The drives deliver fast transfer speeds, so users can drag and drop files and perform backups quickly. Plus, they are compatible with standard USB 3.0 (Type-A) ports thanks to the included adapter cable.

Charge your laptop while connected to drive
By harnessing the power of USB 3.1, the Porsche Design desktop drive will charge a compatible laptop’s battery ^(*) when the drive’s power supply is connected to the wall outlet. Via a single USB-C cable, users can power their notebook and access their drive at the same time. With this feature, users will appreciate fewer cables on their desktops, and they can conveniently leave their laptop’s power cable in a briefcase or travel bag.

Sleek, all-aluminum enclosure by Porsche Design
Both the Mobile and Desktop drives feature aluminum enclosures. They make the products lightweight yet sturdy, while the rounded corners, high-polish beveled edges and a sandblast finish combine to form the distinctly Porsche Design modern and elegant style. The aluminum enclosure is also scratch resistant, protects the HDD mechanics and dissipates heat for optimal performance.

Since 2003, LaCie and Porsche Design have worked closely to deliver products with flawless functionality in its purest form. The sports and luxury-lifestyle brand and the technology company complement one another, with technical influence from LaCie and an exclusive and impeccable design presented by Porsche Design.

“Discerning consumers value elegant design in their devices and accessories,” said Dr. Christian Kurtzke, CEO, Porsche Design Group. “These new drives meld high-tech materials with the sleek visual purism of Porsche Design’s iconic style.“

“We are excited to continue our collaboration with Porsche Design Group, one of the most well respected sports and luxury-lifestyle groups,” said Lance Ohara, senior director, product lifecycle management, LaCie. “With the LaCie Porsche Design Drives, we are bringing the latest USB-C technology to our customers with a product that is superior in both form and function.“

The company’s Porsche Design drives feature a two-year limited warranty that includes complimentary web-based resources, expert in-house technical support and worldwide repair and/or replacement coverage. It is possible to upgrade this service with warranty extensions and fast product replacement.

The Porsche Design Mobile drive will be available in 1, 2 and 4TB capacities starting at $109.95, whereas the Porsche Design Desktop drive comes in 4, 5 and 8TB capacities starting at $209.95.

The drives will be available from March through the firm’s online store and resellers as well as from Porsche Design Stores and online.

^(*) When the product is connected to a standard electrical wall outlet, it delivers up to 30W of power to charge compatible laptops such as the Apple MacBook.