Toshiba (http://www.toshibastorage.com) has unveiled the newest addition to its Canvio line of portable hard drive solutions: the Canvio Basics portable hard drive family. It’s available in 320GB, 500GB, or 750GB models with prices at US$79.99, $99.99 and $119.99, respectively.
The Canvio Basics sports a glossy black finish and soft, rounded edges. It has an internal shock sensor, ramp loading tchnology, and a three year limited warranty.
The Canvio Basics pocket-sized form factor not only makes it easy to carry, but also conforms to Toshiba’s environmental efforts to reduce the quantity of materials used in production, according to Manuel Camarena, product manager for consumer storage at Toshiba Storage Device Division. In addition, the Canvio Basics’ packaging is made from 100% recyclable materials.
