Constant backup has made memory sticks the perfect solution for many, everyday chores. As the need for larger data storage keeps growing, so does the need for greater memory stick storage capacities. Among others, Memorex has introduced onto the market a variety of solutions in data storage, in the form of memory sticks. Here, we had the opportunity to check out two of it's latest products, the M-Flyer and the classic TravelDrive storage USB drives, both with 1GB storage capacity.

As we went through the tests, we came to see that the classic TravelDrive was faster in both reading and writing, while the M-Flyer is a more robust solution (longer lifespan). Both performed excellently, with up to 17MB/s for the classic and 13MB/s for the M-Flyer in reading and about 11MB/s in writing fro both, while other current USB memory sticks report only as high as 8-9MB/s. Another plus is the advanced features of the M-Flyer. The option to password protect and to compress or decrypt with the supplied utilities makes the M-Flyer a very versatile device.

According to Memorex, prices for the M-Flyer and TravelDrive are US$119 and US$99 respectively.

Memorex M-Flyer and Classic TravelDrive

- The Good

- Very nice reading/writing performance
- Stylish design and dimensions
- Includes USB2.0 extension cable (M-Flyer)
- Password protection & compression utilities included (M-Flyer)
- Uses both USB1.1 and full USB2.0 interface

- The Bad

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