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The Swiss Army Drive Packs 1 TB of Storage in a Pocket

Kelly Schwarze — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:49:27 PST

Introducing the Swiss Army knife that can make it through security and lock down every last digital photo, document, and video file. These days you need a little more in your pocket than a nail file and scissors, which is why Victorinox Swiss Army launched the Victorinox SSD storage devices.

Like many new products at CES, the SSD drive pictured above boasts major credentials, it's the world's smallest high-capacity storage drive available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, and one terabyte capacities. It comes with two interchangeable casings, one perfect for the plane and another that includes all the usual Swiss Army knife tools like a blade or bottle opener.

Exact availability on the cutting-edge knife drive isn't known, and it's after the break.

Never Lose Your Flash Drive Again: 5 Portable Options

Kristy Korcz — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 04:08:16 PST

According to new research, over 17,000 USB flash drives were left behind at laundromats and dry cleaners last year. While I definitely promote the idea of backing up your important files on an external drive of some sort, leaving them lofting about in the hands of strangers (or destroyed in the washing machine) isn't exactly what I had in mind. Want to keep your important data with you, but are afraid your forgetful bug will strike at a most inopportune moment? Check out these flash drives that will stay with you wherever you go.

Memoring: Totally Geeky or Geek Chic?

GeekSugar — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 05:45:12 PST

What's more romantic than a promise to love and cherish forever? How about a promise to never forget, or at least to never misplace those important files? With Memoring, you can do both. The simple neon plastic rings, which are actually USB flash drives, come in their own ring box and are available in festive colors like pink, yellow, or my favorite: glitter.

At about $36 for 2GB, these little plastic USB keys don't run cheap, even if they double as a fun accessory (or geeky engagement gag!). But I love the colors in all the photos on the site, and especially love the cute designs on the presentation boxes that they come packaged in. What do you think?

The Vampire Diaries Season Finale "The Departed": The Good, The Bad, and The Bloody

Shannon Vestal — Fri, 11 May 2012 07:38:06 PDT

Season three of The Vampire Diaries has come to an end, folks, and forgive me if I am still sitting here with my jaw wide open. The finale is eventful, to say the least, and like seasons past, we saw the deaths of a couple of characters - along with the red herring deaths of a couple of characters. Oh, and by that I mean that something super crazy happens in the final moments of the episode that we'll be talking about all Summer.

I can't really talk about too much before the break without spoiling everything, so let's get to it. Dry your tears over that fact that there won't be any new episodes of The Vampire Diaries for a few months, and let's get to the final good, bad, and bloody of season three after the jump.

Daily Tech: Star Wars Day and the Supermoon

Nancy Einhart — Fri, 04 May 2012 10:25:25 PDT

10 things Star Wars fans love to hate - FWD
Everything you need to know about this Saturday's supermoon! - Dvice
Superhero origin stories that don't belong in movies - Cracked
10 biggest Internet IPOs ever - Newser
Is the Kindle Fire tanking? - Geekosystem
10 awesome ways to use a USB flash drive - CNET

USB Bag Charm Keeps Important Docs Close at Hand

Kristy Korcz — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 11:15:23 PDT

There's a few reasons I love this Studded USB Bag Charm ($45): One, you can stuff 2GB worth of documents, music, and photo files for easy transportation. Two, you wouldn't know it was a flash drive even if you studied it, which makes it great for toting sensitive documents on the go.

Sensitive documents you say? Here's an example: clip this on your leather messenger bag or keychain when you're traveling abroad, and keep a copy of your passport, itinerary, hotel information, credit cards, and emergency contacts on you at all times - just in case you lose your luggage (or worse, it gets stolen). The clip blends in well enough not to stand out, and you won't forget it in your hotel room if it's attached to your day bag. And let's face it - this is probably one of the most stylish, portable flash drives you've ever seen, so you should grab it either way.

How-To: Easily Organize Your Google Docs

Anna Monette Roberts — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 03:12:02 PDT

"I'll start a Google Doc." You might hear it every day, because volunteering to share documents via Google is almost an instant reflex these days. Most people are shifting away from sharing documents via a flash drive or network, because Google Docs makes it so easy to view and update files. But with so many schools and offices making the Google move, it can be overwhelming to keep track of all your personal and professional files. Luckily, Google allows you to organize files into neat little folders, so here's our simple and efficient how-to.

Flying Cars and Other Future Tech the Movies Got Right

Kristy Korcz — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:50:53 PDT

The flying car is finally here! Well, almost. Though it doesn't look like The Jetsons' floating bubble or Marty McFly's Delorean, the Terrafugia Transition is street legal and can be preordered for the low price of $279,000. That's more than a space flight aboard the Virgin Galactic, but at least you'll be able to drive it (and pilot it!) again and again. Requirements for piloting are pretty tame: passing a test and logging 20 hours of flight time. You can get a closer look at the Transition at this week's New York Auto Show, but expect those preorders to roll out within the next year.

Of course, flying cars aren't the only sci-fi and future tech that movies and TV shows have predicted. Check out this list of other technology that has sprung from screen to real life, below.

Iris scanners - Those crazy iris scanners that identified everything from your identity to your last purchase at The Gap in Minority Report are here now.
3D Holograms - Though we can't yet watch 3D versions of ourselves on home movies, we can chat with others like CNN did during the 2008 election, and dance alongside a few holograms in Vegas.
Gesture-based interfaces - Not just for video games anymore, the gesture-based interfaces like we saw in Minority Report will soon be a real way of life - crazy gloves and all.

Check out the rest after the break.

Nicky Hilton Shows Us How to Make Leather Sexy and Sweet

Allison McNamara — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:41:17 PDT

The name Valentino brings one thought to mind - gorgeous red-carpet dresses! The iconic fashion brand celebrated its 50th anniversary last evening by launching a new flagship store in Beverly Hills. Stylish stars, including Nicky Hilton, Kim Kardashian, and Rachel Zoe came out to fete the new store on Rodeo Drive. Watch today's Fab Flash to see our favorite looks from the soiree. On Allison McNamara: Rebecca Taylor dress, Belle Noel bracelets.

Valentino's LA Store Opening Party Draws the Prettiest Celebrities - See Every Look

Hannah Weil — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:00:19 PDT

Last night's Valentino store opening drew a gathering of LA's best-dressed celebs to Rodeo Drive. The flagship fete was the opportune time for Hollywood's style crowd to don their prettiest Valentino frocks - there was hardly a pair of pants in sight, save for maybe one very lovely jumpsuit. We spotted the label's lace and leather confections, signature flashes of femininity in the form of ruffles and floral adornments, and a room of covet-worthy accessories to complete every look. Minka Kelly stepped out in a gold-tinged ladylike dress and Nicky Hilton showed off the loveliest version of the leather dress. Even the night's most casual looks were injected with Valentino's brand of pretty, like a dose of lace on Ashley Madekwe's jacket. Inside, there's more of the night's standout styles; click on to see them all, then tell us your pick for best dressed in the comments.