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Sony Ultra-Compact USM-CA1- Series is a USB Type-C™ & Type-A Dual Connection Flash Drive for Quick Sharing and Easy Back Up with USB 3.1 Gen 1 Connection with Up to 130MB/s Transfer Speed (Read): To Be Available in 16/32/64 GB Capacity from February 2016

Sony USM-CA1 - 16GB (model USM16CA1) and a unique silicone cover, with a useful strap hole, is included

Sony USM-CA1 – 16GB (model USM16CA1) and a unique silicone cover, with a useful strap hole, is included

Effortlessly share photos, videos, music and any files between your PCs, smartphones and tablets with Sony’s ultra-compact USM-CA1, featuring compatibility with both USB Type-C™ and Type-A x 1 connectors.

Sony USM-CA1 - 32GB (model USM32CA1) and a unique silicone cover, with a useful strap hole, is included

Sony USM-CA1 – 32GB (model USM32CA1) and a unique silicone cover, with a useful strap hole, is included

  • Available in 16GB (model USM16CA1), 32GB (model USM32CA1), 64GB (model USM64CA1).
Sony USM-CA1 - 64GB (model USM64CA1) and a unique silicone cover, with a useful strap hole, is included

Sony USM-CA1 – 64GB (model USM64CA1) and a unique silicone cover, with a useful strap hole, is included

Key highlights of USB Type-CTM & Type-A Dual Connection Flash Drive include:

  • Transfer large files in seconds with USB 3.1 Gen 1 connection with up to 130MB/s transfer speed (read).
  • Also, it features a slim and stylish metal body (Approx.26.35mm width x 12.2mm height x 5.3 mm diameter), and a unique silicone cover (approx.37.15mm width x 15.6mm height x 7.3mm diameter), with an useful strap hole, is included to protect the USB plugs.
  • Weight: Approx. 5g (main body only, without supplied Silicon Cover).

THE USM-CA1 is available from February 2016.

PRESS RELEASE

SONY launches a new USB Type-C™ – Compact and speed for on-the-go storage

Press Release • Jan 27, 2016 08:00 GMT

Save up to 64GB of files at super speed with new USB CA1-series from Sony.

The USB 3.1 Gen1 CA1-series offers the newest USB standard Type-C™ and A, combining up to 130MB/s transfer speed (read), with durability and design, for a swifter, smarter way of moving your files. Ideal for storing photos, music, videos and other data on-the-go, or transferring between your Android and Mac compatible devices including mobile phones and tablets.

This new USB is guaranteed to cover your additional storage needs for your devices including your Android tablet or your OS PC. The USB market is developing and Sony has the storage solution dedicated to ensuring you are not losing your data between new devices. The USB 3.1 Gen1 CA1-series utilises dual connectors, including the new standard Type-C™ USB, and Type-A, to broaden the usage abilities of the device. The sleek connector is tailored to fit multiple devices such as your smartphone, yet robust enough to also fit your tablet and laptop. It is compatible with Windows, Macintosh, Android and Chromebook devices equipped with Type-C™ and Type-A ports, and makes for quick sharing and easy back up.

The convenient design makes it easier than ever to transport your data ready for when you need it. The slim and tiny design not only makes it your ideal on-the-go companion, but allows avoidance of any interference from host devices or protective cases.

THE USM-CA1 is available in 16/32/64 GB and is available from February 2016.

Sony Corporation is a leading manufacturer of audio, video, imaging, game, communications, key device and information technology products for the consumer and professional markets. With its music, pictures, computer entertainment and online businesses, Sony is uniquely positioned to be the leading electronics and entertainment company in the world. Sony recorded consolidated annual sales of approximately $68 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2015. Sony Global Web Site: http://www.sony.net/


You can pre-order / buy the USM-CA1 – series Flash Drive at B&H: