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May 9, 2019 11:29:06 #
dsmeltz wrote:
Yeah, but you didn't get to spend twice as much (or more) per GB!
Lucky me...
May 9, 2019 11:33:51 #
Jakebrake wrote:
I have 2 external drives. Don't they do the same thing regarding backup?
Probably.
My external is my backup for my PC: images, documents, spreadsheets, etc.
Currently about 180 Gb each backup. I don't have a thumb drive large enough.
May 9, 2019 11:47:44 #
Longshadow wrote:
Probably.
My external is my backup for my PC: images, documents, spreadsheets, etc.
Currently about 180 Gb each backup. I don't have a thumb drive large enough.
My external is my backup for my PC: images, documents, spreadsheets, etc.
Currently about 180 Gb each backup. I don't have a thumb drive large enough.
That's what I thought. I have over 16,000 photos (not that many compared to some). Wonder how many Photosticks I would need for backup?
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May 9, 2019 12:15:16 #
I am seeing a Samsung 128 GB USB 3.1 flash drive, speed up to 300MB/s for about $25. The fastest Sandisk 128 GB flash drive is $44. The Photostick is "on sale" for $79.95. Now, if a person doesn't know where their image files are, and doesn't know how to copy files - which is pretty common, sadly - I would recommend spending 30 minutes learning that very simple and basic skill rather than throwing money away. I hesitate to call it a "skill" since more skill is involved in putting away the groceries.
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May 9, 2019 13:00:44 #
Blenheim Orange wrote:
I am seeing a Samsung 128 GB USB 3.1 flash drive, ... (show quote)
Once one understands the computer directory/file structure and copying, it becomes simple.
May 9, 2019 13:03:11 #
Jakebrake wrote:
I have 2 external drives. Don't they do the same thing regarding backup?
No, the Photostick hoovers your hard disk and finds "all" images. Think how many jpegs and pngs are in temp internet folders, etc.
What I am concerned with is the potential for malware going into your system and lurking
May 9, 2019 13:08:32 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
No, the Photostick hoovers your hard disk and finds "all" images. Think how many jpegs and pngs are in temp internet folders, etc.
Yup, every single one.
What I am concerned with is the potential for malware going into your system and lurking
Yup, every single one.
What I am concerned with is the potential for malware going into your system and lurking
Possibly, depending on where (from whom) the stick was obtained.
May 9, 2019 13:16:18 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
No, the Photostick hoovers your hard disk and finds "all" images. Think how many jpegs and pngs are in temp internet folders, etc.
What I am concerned with is the potential for malware going into your system and lurking
What I am concerned with is the potential for malware going into your system and lurking
If, like a Hoover, it would leave the quality threads of the carpet alone and just suck up the dirt, it could be useful!
May 9, 2019 13:43:23 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
No, the Photostick hoovers your hard disk and finds "all" images. Think how many jpegs and pngs are in temp internet folders, etc.
What I am concerned with is the potential for malware going into your system and lurking
What I am concerned with is the potential for malware going into your system and lurking
Hellava good point.
May 9, 2019 13:54:04 #
For Android, get an OTG cable and any thumb drive and just copy or move the whole folder. OTG cables run about $3.
May 9, 2019 17:16:43 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
georgeretired wrote:
These "memory sticks" for photos only are being advertised from 8gb to 128gb. Amazon has them as well as the web site for photostick. Big difference in price. Seems to be a love/hate feedback. Any members tried them out. Thanks
I only use thumb drives and have for several years. Work very well.
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May 9, 2019 20:11:56 #
hj
Loc: Florida
I ordered two and received them. Before opening and using them I read the Amazon reviews and sent them back - got full refund with no problem.
May 9, 2019 22:55:23 #
Harry0
Loc: Gardena, Cal
Why not a bigger stick? Here doggie doggie ...
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1268951-REG/seagate_steb8000100_8tb_expansion_desktop.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1268951-REG/seagate_steb8000100_8tb_expansion_desktop.html
May 10, 2019 10:39:42 #
hookedupin2005
Loc: Northwestern New Mexico
Harry0 wrote:
Why not a bigger stick? Here doggie doggie ...
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1268951-REG/seagate_steb8000100_8tb_expansion_desktop.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1268951-REG/seagate_steb8000100_8tb_expansion_desktop.html
Even the 3GB model is a no brainer, compared to the Photostick.
May 10, 2019 11:57:26 #
The only difference is the software included with the photostick and I generally do not use any software included with thumb drive or external hard drive.
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