As CES 2015 is underway, Kingston just announced a few new products that are sure to get any geek excited. The new version of their super handy DataTraveler USB Flash Drive now includes an auto cloud backup feature.  You can read our review of the original DataTraveler HERE and Kingston’s official release is below:

Kingston Digital, Inc. announced the additional feature of cloud backup to the DataTraveler^® Locker+ G3 (DTLPG3) USB 3.0 Flash drive for personal security. DTLPG3 offers hardware encryption, password protection and fast USB 3.0 transfer speeds to keep one’s personal data safe.

Consumers now have the option of automatically backing up a DataTraveler Locker+ G3 to their preferred cloud storage provider such as Google Drive™, OneDrive (Microsoft^®), Amazon S3, Dropbox or Box via included ClevX^™ USBtoCLOUD™ software. Kingston^® and ClevX first worked together in 2012 on an encrypted USB drive with a built-in anti-malware scan engine for enterprise customers. With the DTLPG3, consumers can rest assured that if the DTLPG3 is lost or misplaced, photos, personal documents and other files are still safely stored and accessible in the cloud.

“We are excited to offer cloud backup to our existing fast and secure consumer level USB Flash drive,” said Ken Campbell, Flash Business Manager, Kingston. “The DataTraveler Locker+ G3 is easy to use, durable and ensures consumers’ personal documents are safe and also always available to them.”

DataTraveler Locker+ G3 is available in 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities and is backed by a five-year warranty, free live technical support and legendary Kingston reliability.  For more information please visit www.kingston.com.

Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ G3 Features and Specifications:

• Hardware encryption:the best in personal security to keep your data safe
• Superior password protection:user sets a password to prevent unauthorized access
• Easy to use: no application installation required
• Versatile: works interchangeably between Mac OS X and Windows systems
• Secure: drive locks down and reformats after 10 invalid login attempts
• Stylish: durable metal casing with built-in key loop
• Optional Cloud Backup: access data stored on DataTraveler Locker+ G3 from your personal cloud storage (see below for Cloud Services Supported)
• Co-Logo Program available¹: customize DataTraveler Locker+ G3 by adding your logo and/or digital files and instantly increase your organization’s brand recognition. The Customization Program offers unique packaging, custom profiles, color adjustments, content loading and more, all with easy and convenient ordering.
• Supports: Windows^® 8, Windows^® 7, Vista^®, XP & Mac OS X
• Guaranteed: five-year warranty with free technical support
• Capacities²: 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
• Speed³: USB 3.0 speed:   8GB: 80MB/s read, 10MB/s write

16GB: 135MB/s read, 20MB/s write

32GB–64GB: 135MB/s read, 40MB/s write

USB 2.0 speed:  8GB: 30MB/s read, 10MB/s write

16GB–64GB: 30MB/s read, 20MB/s write

• Cloud Services Supported: Google Drive, OneDrive (Microsoft), Amazon S3, Dropbox, Box
• Dimensions: 60.56mm x 18.6 mm x 9.75 mm
• Minimum System Requirements:

–          USB 3.0 compliant and 2.0 compatible

–          Two (2) free consecutive drive letters required for use⁴

• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)
• Storage Temperature: -4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)