Verbatim are now shipping 40x CD-Recordable media which can burn a full 700MB in 3 minutes (actual time varies on drive and PC configuration). This media is designed for high speed recording applications and is approved for use in 40x CD-RW drives as well as maintaining full compatibility with previous generations of CD writers. The media is qualified by Plextor, LiteOn, TEAC, Benq and other leading drive manufacturers. Verbatim’s 40x media incorporates Super Azo* recording dye which is resistant to ultra violet light and provides stability and durability for longer data life.

Verbatim also offers 40x CD-RW Drive

"We are proud to be one of the first manufacturers to offer 40x CD-R" says Ryuhei Sato, Manager of Optical products at Verbatim. "Our media offering, coupled with our new CD-RW 40x drive means we can provide users with the high speed and reliable media recording solution."

The new Verbatim CD-R 40x DataLifePlus® media is available now as a 10 pack with a special Crystal surface layer which protects against accidental surface damage and as a fully inkjet printable surface.

Verbatim is currently the only firm in the world that designs, develops and manufactures high performance, high quality CD-Recordable, CD-Rewritable, DVD-Recordable and DVD-ReWritable media products, a complete family of 3.5inch and 5.25inch MO media. Furhermore the product range includes tapes, imaging products, digital devices and memory cards