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MiniSD and MMCmobile launched by Kingston
Nic Rossmüller : July 21th 2006 - 10:04 CET
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 MiniSD and MMCmobile launched by Kingston : Kingston Technology, today announced the launch of it’s new 2GB capacity miniSD and MMCmobile Flash Memory Cards to support the growing storage demands of feature-rich mobile phones. The new mobile memory cards are immediately available in 2-GB capacities. Jim Selby, Product Marketing Manager EMEA, Kingston Technology comments, “As consumers become more sophisticated in their use of the many features available on new multi-functional mobile handsets, the need for higher capacity Flash memory increases in order to allow end-users to maximize the phones full capabilities.” Selby continues, “Our research of the emerging global mobile market indicates a growing demand for high capacity cards”
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 Kingston MiniSD - Memory
For example, a 2-GB memory card can hold up to 1,100 photos, depending on a device’s megapixel resolution and compression.” In addition, many vertical markets utilize expansion memory in the deployment of specific business applications on mobile devices. High capacity memory cards can offer greater functionality and efficiency for logistical tasks, such as order tracking or inventory management. In order to meet the needs of this growing market and offer greater flexibility to end users, Kingston Technology has introduced 2-GB versions of both its MMCmobile and miniSD cards, with a recommended retail price of £47 (excluding VAT). All cards carry a lifetime warranty, 24/7 technical support and also comply with the SDA and MMCA specification standards, respectively.
Kingston flash memory Cards - Features
• Compliant - with the SD Card Association specification
• Dimensions - .84" x.78" x.05" (21.5 mm x 20.0 mm x 1.4 mm)
• Transfer Rate - 4.5 - 7.85 MB/sec read rate (same when used with adapter)
• Operating Temperature - 0o to 60o C / 32o to 140o F
• Storage Temperature - -20o to 85o C / -4o to 185o F
• Voltage - 3.3v
• Weight - .07 ozs. (2g)
• Compliant - with miniSD Specifications
• Ultra-Portable - slim, small card design
• Reliable - lifetime warranty
• Versatile - when combined with the adapter, can be used as a full-size card
• Simple - as easy as plug and play
• Economical - low power consumption for better device battery life
About Kingston
Kingston Technology designs and builds mobile memory solutions to meet the diverse needs of today’s wireless handset manufacturers. Its Flash memory products range from miniSD, microSD, and MMCmobile cards, to the standard SD and MMC cards currently used in some multi-functional mobile phones.
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