itreviews.com Updated:
2011-08-03 03:01:57
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Iomega has clearly worked on the styling of its eGo Portable external hard drive, and the results are surprisingly easy on the eye. It's not often we find ourselves being complimentary about the looks of a product as potentially dull as a chunk of st...
USB 3.0 interface, drop protection, encryption software...
The price is a little on the high side.
Iomega has delivered a nifty little drive that offers 500GB of fast USB 3.0 storage that is supported by a decent bundle of software. In addition there is dedicated hardware that will keep your data safe from the perils of the modern world...
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Product Code: 04019976352385, 00742709352386 The Iomega eGo Portable external hard drive has a capacity of 500GB and a USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB) interface. It's a decent drive for storing and transferring large files to a USB 3.0-equipped laptop or de...
Overall, the Iomega eGo Portable is a typical external portable hard drive, with its main draw being the inclusion of 256bit AES encryption. From a bang for buck perspective, we'd recommend going for the 1TB version of this drive. Elias Plastiras, PC...
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digitalversus.com Updated:
2011-08-03 03:01:59
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The eGo 500 GB USB 3.0 has a 256-bit EAS encryption system. If security is your top priority, then you can use it, but you wont be able to access your data from a computer which isn't using Iomega's proprietary software. Alongside that, the backup tool...
Good speeds compared to earlier generation technology (FireWire or USB 2.0), Good protection from falls, Quiet...
Average performance for a USB 3.0 drive...
This drive is a good solution for portable external storage. It's not the fastest drive out there, but it is good value for money...
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Portable drives demand less space than desktop models, and since they don’t require a separate power cable they’re more convenient to carry around. We’ve long been particular fans of Iomega’s eGo range, a showy series of drives in various colours that...
Not a fast drive by USB 3 standards, but gorgeous to look at and cheap for a portable model...
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Slimline external hard drives are an effective compromise between capacity and portability for business users, and Iomega's new range offers a number of advantages over many of the more basic models available.The eGo series is available in a range of g...
Impressive speeds; wide array of software and tools; sleek design; good value for money...
Software must be downloaded after purchase...
Iomega's eGo is an excellent addition to a crowded market. Great performance, a comprehensive array of tools, and stylish and durable design means it offers excellent value for money. Those who carry sensitive data on the move will find very few compe...
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The Iomega eGo portable external hard drive has a capacity of 500GB and a USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB) interface. It's a decent drive for storing and transferring large files to a USB 3.0–equipped laptop or desktop PC, and it ships with an encryption util...
USB 3.0, 256-bit AES encryption...
Encryption utility didn’t detect our drive first go, slow read speed in our small file transfer tests...
The Iomega eGo is a portable USB 3.0 hard drive with a 500GB capacity. It looks good and it ships with encryption software, which means your data can be protected in the event that your drive is lost or stolen. However, its performance was a mixed bag...
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Iomega’s eGo drive looks oddly chunky in its rubber anti-shock swaddling, but if you wish you can remove it, to expose a tasteful little lozenge of a drive, available in a choice of four colours. The drive comes partitioned into a regular volume and a...
See how the Iomega eGO fares against other USB 3.0 portable hard drives on the market...
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Portable drives demand less space than desktop models, and since they don't require a separate power cable they're more convenient to carry around. We've long been fans of Iomega's eGo range, an elegant series of drives in various colours. All portable dr...
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Iomega sent its popular eGo range of portable hard drives to the speed academy to be able to deliver portable hard drives which offer up to ten times faster transfer speeds via USB 3.0. Size This compact (13.6 x 8.9 x 1.6 cm) and lightweight (181 g)...
If you have a USB 3.0 enabled system then this would be the perfect addition for all your portable storage needs. In the absence of that, you’ll have a Clark Kent drive that works fine using USB 2.0, but ready to turn into Superman once your structure...
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Being shock proof, or rugged seems to be a common feature among external hard drives, these days. Manufacturers are viewing external hard drives as something more than a computer peripheral. With people owning gaming consoles, HD media players, Sma...
The Iomega eGo 3.0 1 TB portable hard drive is priced at Rs. 5,999 and comes with a three year warranty. Though the features of this drive are really good with its rugged design, extra protective layers, USB 3.0 support, 1 TB of storage capacity, as we...
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Compared to other external USB 3.0 hard drives, the Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive is large, but it's in charge: The extra bulk protects its 1TB drive during accidental drops. What's more, this drive has a bevy of useful apps and some of the faster tra...
Attractive design, Can withstand short drops, Second-fastest USB 3.0 drive tested, Hard drive is encrypted...
Must download backup software separately, Bigger and heavier than other drives...
Overall, the Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive is a very good choice. For those who don't require the extra protection, the faster Seagate GoFlex is $25 less expensive, has excellent utilities, and its connector is future-proofed. Still, while the size of...
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This eGo Portable 500GB offers USB 3.0 SuperSpeed support, making it faster than normal USB 2.0 . It is a decent drive for storing and transferring large files to a USB 3.0-equipped or , and it ships with an encryption utility so that if the drive i...
Arrestingly good looks in red color, Iomega v.Clone desktop virtualization software is bundled, Data encryption support, Fast, with USB 3.0 speeds...
Heats up while in operation, Speed over USB 3.0 could have been better...
The Iomega eGo Portable 500GB USB 3.0 external hard drive is an attractive option in the market. The drive is quite a looker in its red casing and grip bands. It is priced a bit higher than competition, however its value additions do count. Chief amon...
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Expert Review We have been reviewing portable hard drives since long and have seen them evolve. The latest evolutionary step has been SuperSpeed USB 3.0, which is up to 10 times faster than its predecessor and the next big thing after the advent of...
Rugged build, design, super-fast USB 3.0 performance, premium software...
Higher than average power consumption, expensive...
The Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive SuperSpeed USB 3.0 500GB is a really rugged drive. The drive looks good and is more portable if you remove its rubber jacket, though we advice you not to do so. While we got Midnight Blue drive, it is also available i...
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Mobile users who carry their data along in external drives face hindrance while transferring data to and fro between their notebooks and the drive because of the slower data transfer speed of USB 2.0, which is the prominent interface port available in...
USB 3.0 support, 7-feet drop resistance...
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Now, this sleek, speedy model is back, updated with next-generation USB 3.0 connectivity, once again testing the outer limits of de...
USB 3.0 speed at USB 2.0 prices; fast, even compared with other USB 3.0 drives...
USB 2.0 speeds slightly slower than last year's model; "bundled" software must be downloaded from Iomega's site...
Minor software frustrations aside, the eGo remains a speedy, solid contender for your portable-drive dollars, especially if your PC has USB 3.0 (or you're considering upgrading)...
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Several technology companies throughout history have been defined by a single product. Microsoft gained worldwide notoriety with Windows 95, Intel's Pentium processor boosted the company to new heights and many would argue that the iPod saved Apple fro...
Iomega has been offering eGo portable hard drives for a few years now, however the much welcomed addition of USB 3.0 translates into faster transfer speeds if the computers you use support the newer standard. Externally, the enclosure is a bit bulkier...
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If you’re looking for a nice stocking stuffer for the tech-guy then Iomega has a good and inexpensive gadget that will fit nicely in a Christmas stocking. Iomega’s eGo Portable Hard Drive is a very affordable USB 3.0 storage device that puts 500gb of s...
The eGo is stylish, rugged, and holds a heckuva lot more than any flash drive you’ve got. The price is right ($69.95 MSRP) and it’s ready to go.Dimensions: 5.07″ x 3.54″ x .87″ Weight: 7 oz. (500GB) Available color(s): Ruby red, blackbelt, midnight blu...
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With the arrival of a new generation of portable hard drives such as Iomega’s eGo Portable USB 3.0, the storage industry appears to be gradually fixing the issues - performance and security - that have plagued consumer storage.It features the new USB...
Good features? The encryption is a steal on a drive at this price and the bundled backup utilities work well, despite being licensed for a single PC and being Windows-only. Buying a USB 3.0 drive should also be a no brainer because it will offer bette...
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We’re spoiled for choice when it comes to external hard drives, and given a large number of people base their decision primarily on price-per-gigabyte, a manufacturer has to offer something compelling if they want to stand out from the crowd. Iomega’s...
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everythingusb.com Updated:
2011-08-03 03:02:01
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There is no denying that hard drives are the kings of portable MASS storage; however portable hard drives are either stylish yet delicate or ugly totalitarian tank like devices that can take a pounding with seemingly nothing in between the two extremes...
Surprisingly robust, Stylish design, Simple to use encryption, Software is preloaded on the drive, no need of CD/DVD to install it, 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption, 3 year warranty...
No active cooling, Sealed unit so hard drive replacement will be difficult, No power On/Off switch for drive, 5400-rpm drive means less than blazing speeds...
The Iomega eGo USB 3.0 portable hard drive certainly is more robust than most portable hard drives. It also has a stylish good looks that leaves most looking like ugly ducklings in comparison. With that being said the use of a slower 5400-rpm drive is...
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USB 3.0 drives are starting to move into the mainstream as the faster host adapters make their way into notebooks, netbooks and desktops. So Iomega's August announcement that it was switching all its USB drives to USB 3.0 interfaces and keeping price...
Around 3X faster than USB 2.0...
700 MB is permanently devoted to CDROM partition, Indicator inconveniently located...
Small but capacious portable USB 3.0 drive...
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techreviewsource.com Updated:
2011-08-03 03:02:03
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USB 3.0 is becoming more and more prevalent on the market, both in terms of computers that support it and peripherals that utilize it. The Iomega eGo USB 3.0 external hard drive offers the speed of USB 3.0, portability, and a large drive with 500G...
Portable & compact design, Backward compatible with USB 2.0/miniUSB, Speedy file transfers...
Limited color & capacity...
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USB 3.0 has arrived, and with it, a whole new batch of drives designed to let you push around those Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoints, and Blu-ray rips of Pulp Fiction, even faster. While most USB 3.0 drives still command a premium, Iomega will be one of...
Vastly improved transfer speeds, Sleek, portable design, Affordable (more so after October price drop), Backward compatible with microUSB cables...
Not the speediest competitor in USB 2.0 mode...
Iomega’s amped-up eGo doubles data transfer rates with USB 3.0...
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We've reviewed several models of the eGo series of external hard drives from Iomega over the years. The eGos offer a variety of stylish storage solutions to keep your important files safe. In recent years, I omega has focused on colorful casings, sli...
Extremely fast over USB 3.0, still speedy over USB 2.0, PlugandPlay simplicity, Iomega Protection Suite is a nice little extra...
Notebooks without USB 3.0 require an adapter for USB 3.0 speed, Glossy exterior prone to fingerprint smudges and scratches...
Iomega took the successful eGo Portable Hard Drive and updated it with the latest USB 3.0 technology. That said, if you don't have a laptop with built-in USB 3.0 ports or a USB 3.0 adapter card, there isn't much advantage in buying this $120 drive instead of the cheaper ($90) USB 2.0 eGo portable drives. At the end of the day it's hard to complain too much about a solid little hard drive that doe...
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External hard-drives are only getting larger, and manufacturers are pushing for the adoption of faster interfaces that will allow users to shuffle their data around with less delay. On the SlashGear test bench today is the Iomega eGo Portable Hard Driv...
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By Tobias Winkler, 06/30/2010 Slowly, USB 3.0 interfaces are filling the manufacturer's shelves as peripheral supplies. The eGo Portable USB 3.0 from Iomega has now been added and has to prove its performance in this review.External hard disk in a 2.5...
The Iomega eGO Portable USB 3.0 looks great due to its elegant case and with the competitive MB/euro ratio, in terms of price. The drive can be used versatile via USB 2.0 and even on a Mac. Not everyone will like the difficult to care for and, in comparis...
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The next new interface, USB 3.0, promises twice the speed of the current USB 2.0 standard, and now that the new ports are starting to show up on notebooks, storage makers have begun producing external drives that take advantage of these blazing transfe...
Fast transfer speeds, Attractive design, Rugged, Affordable...
Cloning software only Windows compatible...
This stylish, fast, and sturdy USB 3.0 hard drive has it all.
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toptenreviews.com Updated:
2011-08-21 11:46:09
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The Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive SuperSpeed USB 3.0 delivers everything users seek in external hard drives: durability, performance and style furnished in a neat, compact case. Equipped with the latest USB 3.0 interface and relatively few drawbacks...
It boasts excellent durability, stylish design and fast USB 3.0 transfer speeds...
The included software suite is compatible with Windows only.
The eGo constitutes a well-rounded, robust drive likely to appeal to the masses...
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