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Internet-Connecting USB Devices

The CloudFTP Storage Keeps You Informed

— August 19, 2012 — Tech
The CloudFTP storage is a unit that allows for wireless connection to USB memory, which hooks up to iPhones, iPads and the Internet. The device is run by a small battery that allows for easy access to files on the go, without the need for a computer.

This is ideal for business travelers, or anyone who likes to have their data handy. Smartphones are becoming more and more advanced, almost acting as mini-laptops, and iPads especially are becoming predominant items that many are purchasing due to its simplicity and accessibility.

It also has the added bonus of a backup, along with the ability to store data in Cloud. The CloudFTP is a project that is seeking funding on KickStarter in order to make this useful product available to many.
Trend Themes
1. Wireless USB Connectivity - There is an opportunity for companies that can develop wireless USB technology that can connect to various devices without the need for a computer.
2. Cloud-based Storage Devices - Companies could develop portable storage devices that can store data in the cloud, providing easy access to important files on the go.
3. Small Portable Batteries - There is potential for companies that can develop small, efficient batteries that can power devices like the CloudFTP without needing a charging point for an extended period of time.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - There is room for innovation in the technology industry to develop USB connectivity devices that can connect to different devices wirelessly and provide access to important files on the go.
2. Consumer Electronics - Companies in the consumer electronics industry can create cloud-based storage devices that can easily be transported and accessed from multiple devices.
3. Renewable Energy - The development of small and efficient batteries by companies in the renewable energy industry would enable portable devices like the CloudFTP to run for a long time without the need for a charging point.
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