# Rugged Hotspot Hard Drives The 'LINK' 2TB SSD Features Ample Storage and Connectivity to Boot By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2tb-ssd References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/link-pocket-sized-2tb-ssd-and-lte-hotspot-launching-spring-2017-05-01-2017/) & [businesswire](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20170103005180/en/LINK-Living-Storage-Communications-Device-Packs-Punch) The 'LINK' is a new 2TB SSD device from the cloud storage company Fasetto that aims to make it possible to maintain connectivity in a compact way. The 'LINK' device is a mere two-inches in width and one-inch tall, while the whole device weighs just three-ounces in total. The rugged design of the device is waterproof, protected from intense heat and even from frigid temperatures to help keep data secure regardless of what you put the device through. The 'LINK' 2TB SSD is great for use as a communication tool, to stream content or as a way to store and access content when on-the-go. The impressive 'LINK' is packed with an octa-core 2.1GHz Exynos 7420 processor, and is set for a market debut in Spring 2017. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Compact Connectivity:** The 'LINK' 2TB SSD provides a compact solution for maintaining connectivity on-the-go. - **Rugged Data Storage:** The rugged design of the 'LINK' device ensures data security in extreme conditions. - **Mobile Content Access:** The 'LINK' is ideal for streaming and accessing content while on-the-go. ### Who This Affects Most - **Cloud Storage:** Cloud storage companies can capitalize on the demand for compact and rugged storage devices like the 'LINK'. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can leverage the popularity of portable, high-capacity storage devices like the 'LINK'. - **Streaming Services:** Streaming service providers can benefit from the increasing need for reliable and portable data connectivity, as offered by the 'LINK'. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable SSD Storage Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssd-storage-device.md) - [Durable Mobile Professional SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexar-es3.md) - [Micro-Sized Mobile Device SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planck-ssd.md) - [High-Speed Wire-Free SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-ssd.md) - [Fast Rugged Industry-Focused SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacie-rugged-ssd4.md) - [Mobile-Friendly SSD Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polybatt-portable-ssd.md) - [Ultra-Durable Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-t17-shield.md) - [Trackable Mobile Storage Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planck-studio-ssd.md) - [Textural Mobile Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-ssd.md)