Kingston 2GB U3 DataTraveler Smart USB 2.0 Flash Drive ( DTIU32TGB )

by Kingston

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 0.8 x 2.6 x 0.4 inches ; 1.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FFEP92
• Item model number: DTIU32TGB
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 14, 2004

Product Description

USB DRIVE, DATA TRAVELER 2GB U3

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Drive - have other backup options if lost, November 24, 2006

By 

Stephen Dupre (Massachusetts, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kingston 2GB U3 DataTraveler Smart USB 2.0 Flash Drive ( DTIU32TGB ) (Personal Computers)

This Kingston 2GB U3 drive does the job nicely for storing files. I carry several of these flash drives in my pocket.

Currently own 3 of these drives
-Lexar Jumpdrive USB2.0(1GB) (red case)
-Kingston 1GB DataTraveler II (grey case)
-Kingston 2GB U3 DataTraveler (the reviewed product, white/green case)

All 3 have good transfer rates. They all work flawlessly (I choose not to use the U3 feature of the 2GB Kingston though).

If one could rate the 'quality' of the case plastic in the 3 drives, and their overall ability to take abuse, I would rate them:
1. Lexar
2. Kingston 1GB DataTraveler II
3. Kingston 2GB DataTraveler U3

End caps
While storing these drives, you don't want the end caps coming off.

Rating:
1. Kingston Traveler II 1GB style (grey) - snaps on tight and won't come off by accident.
2. Lexar
3. Kingston 2GB DataTraveler U3 (this product).

Overall, I like the "DataTraveler II" (grey) style best... but the case doesn't allow you to clip the end cap on the opposite end while in use like the other two so it could get lost easily. Lose the grey cap and you'll end up with holes in your pocket from the USB plug. That's the only detractor (and maybe a significant one) to the DataTraveler II (grey).

For this particular drive:

Pros
-Stable storage and good price ($40+)
-Might be easier to find in the dark or in a backpack(I have the white/lime green colored one)

Cons
-Cap will get flimsy over time and may not stay on.
(If this is a concern go with the grey, "DataTraveler II" style)

Suggestion: Try to stay away from the drives with the retractable USB plug. If the retraction mechanism wears out, you'll be fighting with it trying to insert it into the USB port. The space they save using this "feature" is minimal.

The 4GB flash drives are still too expensive but they're coming down in price. When they get to around $40, I'll probably spring for one of them. These flash drives are indestructible.

For my larger storage needs, I have a 60GB Maxtor Mini USB. It's thin and light and stores well in my laptop bag. The "mini" uses a laptop-sized 2.5" hard drive internally (inheriting the typical MTBF for that type of drive, though). About $69 at Staples when on sale.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Drive for the Price, December 4, 2006

By 

S. M. Colloton "Code Guru" (Provo, UT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kingston 2GB U3 DataTraveler Smart USB 2.0 Flash Drive ( DTIU32TGB ) (Personal Computers)

I wasn't really paying attention when I bought this item. I thought I was just buying a 2 Gig drive for a good price. When I received the product I was a bit put off that it had this U3 thing included. But, I thought I'd give it a try. Honestly I'm very pleased with the product. As a web developer, Graphic Designer, and College Student this little drive has really made life quite a bit more pleasant. I'm able to carry client files with me wherever I go. I'm also equally pleased with the U3 feature. I'm able to use any lab computer and able to run my favorite programs such as Trillian for instant messaging or firefox for web browsing without having to install the programs on the computer itself. This is great if you live in the computer labs. I highly recommed this for those who are on multiple computers during the day and don't want to go in for an external harddrive or lug it around. For those that are just looking for storage and nothing else. Just stick with the 2gig stick from Kingston.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love U3 it works for what I need, February 11, 2007

By 

M. R. Galde (Omaha NE) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kingston 2GB U3 DataTraveler Smart USB 2.0 Flash Drive ( DTIU32TGB ) (Personal Computers)

Alot of people dont like U3, if you dont then remove it, for a 2gb its not bad. Read / write times are fast as well. I use this thumbdrive to hold my firefox and email while in Iraq so I dont have to worry about my information on a very public computer. So U3 is the best choice for me