G-Technology G-Drive SSD Portable Solutions With USB-C

G-Technology, a storage brand by Western Digital Corporation (WDC), announced the expansion of its G-DRIVE portfolio, with its first solid state portable drive, the G-DRIVE slim SSD USB-C.

This drive brings interface speeds with USB-C connectivity and expanded external storage for computers such as MacBook and the new MacBook Pro, for consumers and creative professionals.

Available in 1TB and 500GB capacities, the G-DRIVE slim SSD USB-C delivers SSD performance of up to 540MB/s. It features the 10Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface, taking advantage of the SSD performance. The included Type-C to Type-C cable and Type-C to Type-A cable, allows this drive to operate with any computer featuring Thunderbolt 3, USB-C or USB 3.0 ^(**) ports. Requiring no external power source, it will ensure that videos, photos and music will be available whether traveling in the field, back at home or in the office.

“G-Technology continues to embrace advanced technologies in its line of products, and is excited to announce its fastest portable consumer storage solution to date,” said Mike Williams, VP, advanced technologies, G-Technology, content solutions group, Western Digital. “The G-DRIVE slim SSD USB-C embodies our commitment to delivering products that offer exceptional performance, style, and reliability, while combining SSD technology with the latest USB-C interface ensures users will have the latest technology and performance at their fingertips.“

Plug-and-play for Mac, this sleek drive is available in space gray and silver, making it a companion for a MacBook or MacBook Pro. The MSRP for the 500GB capacity is $229.95 and the 1TB is $379.95 ^(*).The product is available for purchase at company’s resellers with the space gray model available exclusively at Apple Stores in early November.

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The company also announced a rose gold color for its G-DRIVE mobile USB-C line up, adding to its portfolio that also includes space gray and gold. Featuring a fast 1TB 7,200rpm HDD for transfer speeds of up to 136MB/s, it is compatible with any Thunderbolt 3, USB-C or USB 3.0 system ^(**). The G-DRIVE mobile USB-C, is available in your Apple colors, at Apple stores, with rose gold coming in early November.

The silver G-DRIVE mobile USB-C is available at company’s resellers. The drives can be purchased at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $119.95 ^(*).

“When I am out on location I need fast, reliable portable storage solutions to help keep up with demanding shoots. With sleek designs and super speeds, I know I can count on G-Technology drives as my go-to backup and transfer solutions, wherever I need to be,” said Jeremy Cowart, celebrity photographer, and G-Team ambassador.

The G-DRIVE mobile USB-C and G-DRIVE slim SSD USB-C are reformatted for Windows users with the firm’s Windows Format Wizard.

^(*) Actual prices may vary
^(**) USB 3.0 compatibility is through included Type C to Type A adapter cable