Western Digital releases 2-in-1 flash drive for iPhone and USB Type-C devices

Western Digital announced the company’s first flash drive with dual Lightning and USB Type-C connectors, the SanDisk  iXpand Flash Drive Luxe The drive is available in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities.

Western Digital makes transfering files between devices more convenient with two connectors. Once files are on the drive, they can be transferred using the high-speed USB 3.0 connector to a USB Type-C-compatible computer. Consumers who want a heightened sense of privacy can password-protect their files and photos with the iXpand Drive app. The app can also be used to free up space on an iPhone or to automatically back up photos, videos, documents, and contacts without a slow internet connection.

“More often than before, consumers are testing the limits of their creative abilities through content creation on vlogs and social media on the go, which can be a burden without the proper tools,” said Susan Park, Vice President, Consumer Solutions, Western Digital. “The need to have several different digital storage solutions to accommodate multiple devices can be frustrating. The iXpand Flash Drive Luxe offers a streamlined solution to making content more accessible across devices so consumers can keep creating without worrying about connectivity or having enough space, with the reliability of a brand that’s trusted by millions of consumers around the world.”

The new SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive Luxe is backed by a 2-year limited warranty and is available now at the Western Digital Store, Amazon, and other select retailers. The SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive Luxe is available in 64GB,128GB, and 256GB with MSRPs of $44.99, $59.99, and $89.99 USD respectively.