Port USB C Flash Drive | 128GB Storage | USB-A & Type-C Connectors

This 2-in-1 USB C flash drive makes it simple to move files between your different gadgets. It features both a modern USB-C and a standard USB-A connector in one small device. It’s a portable, dual-function data storage device for phones, tablets, and computers. Features and Benefits - Dual USB-C and USB-A Plugs - Connects to newer Android phones and MacBooks, as well as older PCs and laptops with traditional USB ports. - USB 3.2 Gen 1 Speed - Transfers files at up to 5Gbps. You can move a full-length movie in under a minute. This is much faster than USB 2.0. - Plug-and-Play Use - Works right out of the box. No drivers to install. Your device's file manager app will see it as an external drive. - Swiveling Metal Cover - A rotating cap protects the connectors from dust and damage when you're carrying it in a pocket or bag. Applications - Free Up Phone Space: Quickly move photos and videos from your Android phone to the drive to make room for more. Then transfer them to your PC for safekeeping. - Share Files Easily: Give presentations or share project files with a colleague by simply handing them the drive. It works on most computers. - Portable Media Library: Load it up with movies and music to watch on your tablet during a flight. No internet connection needed. Write Cycles (Active Use) The lifespan of a flash drive during active use is measured in write cycles. Each time data is written or rewritten to a memory cell, it counts as a write cycle. While specific write cycle numbers are not provided for this Port USB C Flash Drive, most modern flash drives are designed for thousands of write cycles, typically ranging from 3,000 to 10,000. This means a 128GB drive can be repeatedly filled and emptied many times before its cells start to degrade, making them reliable for frequent data transfers and updates. Data Retention (Passive Storage / Cold Storage) Data retention refers to how long a flash drive can hold data when not actively connected or powered. For a USB flash drive, data retention is generally very good, often exceeding ten years. This means that if you store important files on a 128GB pen drive and then put it away, the data should remain intact for a significant period. Factors like extreme temperatures or strong magnetic fields can potentially affect retention, but under normal storage conditions, these drives are excellent for cold storage of data. What usually kills a flash drive first? The most common causes of flash drive failure are physical damage and improper ejection. Bending or snapping the drive while it's plugged in, or exposing it to water, can quickly render it unusable. Repeatedly removing the drive without safely ejecting it from the computer can corrupt the file system, making the data inaccessible, even if the drive itself is physically sound. While less common, the natural wear and tear of write cycles can eventually degrade the memory cells, particularly with very intensive, long-term use.