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# Mini Ultrafast External Drives
The Transcend 240GB StoreJet 600 External Storage Drive is Slim

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-10-02 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/external-storage
References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/transcend-240gb-storejet-600-external-storage-for-mac-02-10-2017/) & [transcend-info](https://www.transcend-info.com/About/press/11372)

Many consumers are finding their need for digital storage solutions increasing exponentially given the rising level of data that they have, so new products like the Transcend 240GB StoreJet 600 External Storage Drive are being developed to satiate demand.

The device features a [solid-state drive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adata-sc730) that has as much storage as what you'd find within a [MacBook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satechi-hybrid-multiport-adapter), which makes it an exceptional companion to increase capabilities without having to deal with costly upgrades.

The Transcend 240GB StoreJet 600 External Storage Drive features the ability to accommodate USB-C, USB 3.0 and even [Thunderbolt 3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidrive-encrypted-nvme-ssd). The device comes pre-formatted and ready to use, which makes it an impressive piece of equipment to pair with a MacBook as a backup drive or a means of expanding existing capabilities.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.4/10
- Popularity: 82% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Solid-state External Drives:** Opportunities to develop new, faster, and more efficient solid-state external drives can arise from the demand for digital storage solutions increases exponentially.
- **USB-C, USB 3.0, and Thunderbolt 3-compatible Drives:** Developing USB-C, USB 3.0, and Thunderbolt 3-compatible drives can provide flexible external storage solutions for tech-savvy customers.
- **Pre-formatted External Drives:** Pre-formatting external drives can make them more convenient and user-friendly for customers.

### Where This Applies

- **Computer Hardware:** Computer hardware companies have opportunities to develop and market faster, more efficient, and user-friendly solid-state external drives.
- **Information Technology Services:** Information technology services may develop and offer maintenance to external drive solutions that are compatible with new technologies, such as USB-C, USB 3.0, and Thunderbolt 3.
- **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics manufacturers have opportunities to combine external solid-state drives with various devices, making them more flexible and accessible for customers with diverse needs.

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