Western Digital SanDisk iXpand Flash Key Luxe Up to 256GB With Lightning and USB Type-C Connectors

Built for consumers who are searching for a reliable solution to share content across their compatible devices, including iPhone devices and Mac computers, (1) Western Digital Corp. (WDC) announced its first flash drive with dual Lightning and USB Type-C connectors, the SanDisk iXpand flash Drive Luxe.

With Lightning and USB Type-C connectors and an all-metal casing, it provides a sleek way for users to seamlessly access and move files between iPhone, iPad Pro, Mac and other USB Type-C devices, including Android phones. ⁽¹⁾

The company resolves the hassle of moving files between devices with different connectors with the SanDisk iXpand flash Drive Luxe. This flash drive comes with 2 connectors, which enables a quick move of files, eliminating the need to email content from one device to another in order to upload or save. ⁽¹⁾ Once files are on the drive, they can be transferred using the USB 3.0 connector to a USB Type-C-compatible computer. Consumers who want a heightened sense of privacy can password-protect their files and photos ⁽³⁾ with the iXpand Drive app. The app can also be used to free up space on an iPhone or to automatically backup photos, videos, documents and contacts without the hassle of a slow Internet connection. ⁽²⁾ The drive is available in 64GB ^(*), 128GB ^(*) and 256GB ^(*), allowing more space for photos, videos and games. ⁽²⁾

“More often than before, consumers are testing the limits of their creative abilities through content creation on vlogs and social media on the go, which can be a burden without the proper tools,” said Susan Park, VP, consumer solutions. “The need to have several different digital storage solutions to accommodate multiple devices can be frustrating. The iXpand flash Drive Luxe offers a streamlined solution to making content more accessible across devices so consumers can keep creating without worrying about connectivity or having enough space, with the reliability of a brand that’s trusted by millions of consumers around the world.”

Key features:

• Move content between compatible devices, iPhone, iPad Pro, Mac as well as USB Type-C devices, including Android phones. ⁽¹⁾

• All-metal casing flash drive with dual Lightning and USB Type-C connectors.

• Free up space on iPhone devices so you can keep creating content. ⁽¹⁾

• Automatically backup iPhone photos, videos and more. ⁽²⁾

• Password-protect files across iPhone, PC and Mac devices.⁽¹⁾, ⁽³⁾

• Dual-purpose swivel design protects connectors and features a key ring hole to take the drive on the go.

The SanDisk iXpand flash Drive Luxe is backed by a 2-year limited warranty and is available at the Western Digital Store, Amazon and other select retailers. The SanDisk iXpand flash Drive Luxe is available in 64, 128 and 256GB* with MSRPs of $44.99, $59.99 and $89.99 respectively.

(*) 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage capacity less.
(1) For iPhone, iPad Pro and iPod compatibility, see the website. Android device requires USB Type-C port and On-The-Go (OTG) support. See the website for list of compatible devices.
(2) iXpand Drive app required (except for Android devices). Available for download from the App Store. iOS 10.0.2 or higher required. Set up automatic backup within app settings. Terms and conditions apply.
(3) Password protection is supported by iOS 10.0.2 and higher, macOS 10.9 and higher, Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10.