Kingston Announces DataTraveler microDuo 3.0 OTG Flash Drive

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Kingston Digital Offers Two Fast Storage Solutions for Tablets and Android Smartphones

DataTraveler microDuo 3.0

Fountain Valley, CA July 8, 2014 Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the release of the DataTraveler microDuo 3.0 and Class 10 UHS-I 90R/45W microSDHC/SDXC card. The small form factor combination USB 3.0 and microUSB Flash drive allows consumers to expand the storage of their Android tablets and smartphones by transferring files to and from PC. The new Class 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC card offers 90R/45W performance to allow for continuous video and image capture.

DataTraveler microDuo 3.0 expands the storage of Android devices up to 64GB, easily moving large files, photos, videos and music phone or tablet to PC and back. The USB 3.0 to microUSB dual interface drive can be used with any USB On-The-Go compatible device and allows users to transfer data without plugging into a computer1. The new drive joins the previously released DataTraveler microDuo 2.0. A list of USB On-The-Go compatible devices can be found here.

Kingstons Class 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC is available in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities. The fast 90MB/s read and 45MB/s write speeds allow users to shoot full HD video, 3D video and real-time broadcasts without interruption and capture images continuously.

DataTraveler microDuo 3.0 is available in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities and is backed by a five-year warranty. The Class 10 UHS-I 90R/45W microSDHC/SDXC card has a lifetime warranty. Both products have free technical support and legendary Kingston reliability.

Kingston DataTraveler microDuo 3.0 Features and Specifications:

  • USB OTG (On-The-Go): a standard which enables host functionality in certain phones/tablets with microUSB ports, enabling connectivity to USB devices like Kingstons DT microDuo
  • 2-in-1: microUSB and USB connectors for easy transfer of files between smartphones, tablets, and computers
  • Plug-and-Play: simply connect as you would a standard USB Flash drive
  • Convenient: ultra-small, pocket-sized design for easy transportability
  • Capacities2:
  • USB 3.0: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
  • Speed3:
  • USB 3.04: 16GB 70MB/s read, 10MB/s write

32GB-64GB 70MB/s read, 15MB/s write

  • Dimensions: 27.63mm x 16.46mm x 8.56mm
  • Operating Temperatures: 32F to 140F (0C to 60C)
  • Storage Temperatures: -4F to 185F (-20C to 85C)
  • Warranty/support: 5-year warranty with free technical support
Kingston DataTraveler microDuo 3.0
Part Number Capacity and Features
DTDUO3/16GB 16GB DataTraveler microDuo Flash Drive
DTDUO3/32GB 32GB DataTraveler microDuo Flash Drive
DTDUO3/64GB 64GB DataTraveler microDuo Flash Drive
Operating System USB 3.04 USB 2.0
Windows 8.1, 8, 8 RT, 7, Vista (SP1, SP2) Yes Yes
Mac OS X v.10.6.x + Yes Yes
Linux v. 2.6 + Yes Yes

Kingston Class 90R/45W 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC Features and Specifications:

  • Performance: UHS-I speeds – up to 90MB/s read and 45MB/s write for faster files transfer, continuous shooting and video recording
  • Versatile: Class 10 performance when used in a non-UHS-I capable device
  • Flexible: when combined with the SD adapter, can be used as a full-size SDHC/SDXC card
  • Compatible: with microSDHC & microSDXC host devices; not compatible with standard microSD-enabled devices/readers; microSDXC cards are not compatible with microSDHC-enabled devices/readers
  • File format: FAT32 (microSDHC 16GB32GB)

exFAT (microSDXC 64GB)

  • Guaranteed :lifetime warranty, free technical support
  • Capacities1: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
  • Performance3: up to 90MB/s read and 45MB/s write, UHS-I Speed Class 1 (U1)
  • microSDHC/SDXC Card Dimensions: 11mm x 15mm x 1mm
  • SD Adapter Dimensions: 24mm x 32mm x 2.1mm
  • Operating Temperature: -25C to 85C
  • Storage Temperature: -40C to 85C
  • Voltage: 3.3V
Class 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC
Part Number Capacity and Features
SDCA10/16GB 16GB Class 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC Flash Card
SDCA10/32GB 32GB Class 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC Flash Card
SDCA10/64GB 64GB Class 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC Flash Card
SDCA10/16GBSP 16GB Class 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC Flash Card Only (SD adaptor not included)
SDCA10/32GBSP 32GB Class 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC Flash Card Only (SD adaptor not included)
SDCA10/64GBSP 64GB Class 10 UHS-I microSDHC/SDXC Flash Card Only (SD adaptor not included)

1 File manager app required for file transfer. Free ES File Explorer available for download on Google Play.

2Some of the listed capacity on a Flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. As such, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, go to Kingstons Flash Memory Guide at kingston.com/flashguide.

3 Speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.

4 Requires a host device with a USB 3.0 port.

About Kingston Digital, Inc.

Kingston Digital, Inc. (KDI) is the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the worlds largest independent manufacturer of memory products. Established in 2008, KDI is headquartered in Fountain Valley, California, USA. For more information, please visit www.kingston.com or call 800-337-8410.