Transcend Introduces Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™-Compatible Card Reader in India

- High read/write speeds makes this card reader a must for quick and hassle-free data transfer –

New Delhi, November 18, 2008 – Transcend Information, Inc. (Transcend), a leading manufacturer of flash memory products, has announced the availability of its new flash drive-inspired P6 USB card reader in India. With a gleaming black case accented by a bright color band and smooth rounded edges, the P6 is attractive, compact and portable.

Its simple streamlined design includes a convenient built-in USB connector that allows quick, hassle-free data transfer, and its bright LED indicates card insertion and/or data transfer activity. When combined with a Memory Stick Pro-HG card, the high-speed P6 USB card reader offers transfer speeds of up to 30MB/s read and 18MB/s write, allowing instant access to important data.

Mr. Austin Huang, Regional Head – Sales, SAARC & APAC, Transcend, said, “Memory cards are a key component to any digital lifestyle, and are used to store many kinds of files such as music, photos, video clips, and even movies. For this reason, a portable and easy-to-use card reader is essential for transferring data to and from our memory cards in a fast and easy manner. When it comes to card readers, you can trust the memory experts at Transcend to provide the highest possible quality and speed.”

Transcend’s new multi-use P6 card reader directly supports the most popular types of memory cards currently available, including Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo™, Memory Stick PRO Duo™, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™, Memory Stick Micro™ (M2), microSD™, and microSDHC™. Just plug the P6 reader directly into any USB 2.0 port to get the most out of your memory card.

Product Specifications
Size: 66.9mm X 22.6mm X 12mm
Op. Voltage: 2.7V~3.6V
Op. Temperature: 0°C(32°F) ~ 70°C(158°F)
Durability: 10,000 insertion/removal cycles
Weight: 13g
Fully Compliant with the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 specification
Hi-Speed Data transfer rates of up to 480Mb/s
USB powered (no external power or battery needed)
LED indicates card insertion and data traffic
2-year warranty
Compatible with the following cards without the need for an adapter:
Memory Stick
Memory Stick PRO
Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
Memory Stick Micro (M2)
microSDHC
microSD / TransFlash Easy Plug and Play installation
Warranty: 3 years
· Availability:
O Supertron Electronics Limited
Tel: 033-22131221-23
E-mail: coordinator {at} supertronindia(.)com
o Mediaman Infotech Pvt Ltd
Tel: 91-22-2382-3100/3200
E-mail: dmehta {at} mediamangroup(.)com
· Pricing (MRP): Rs 400

About Transcend
Transcend is a globally recognized leader in the manufacture of memory products and peripherals. Established in 1988, Transcend offers a full line of standard and proprietary memory modules, USB flash drives and portable hard drives, solid-state disks, MP3 players, flash memory cards, card readers, and multimedia products. Transcend has manufacturing facilities in Taiwan and China, and has offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, The Netherlands, Japan, Taiwan, and China. For more information, please visit www.transcendusa.com.

For further information, please contact
Rohin Khanna, Neha Kaushik
Creativizt Communications
9718046866, 9911655890