Transcend launches secure flash drive

Transcend has teamed up with one of the world’s leading virus protection software & service providers, Trend Micro, Inc., to preinstall Trend Micro’s advanced USB Security software on its popular JetFlash® V85 USB Flash Drive.  Trend Micro USB Security, a specially developed security suite to protect USB Flash Drives against malicious content has an easy-to-use interface and simple one-step activation process. It protects the JetFlash® V85 from the first moment it is connected. Upon finding threats, the software alerts the user and moves all dangerous files to a hidden quarantine folder.

When the JetFlash® V85 is plugged into a computer with Internet access, Trend Micro USB Security will automatically download and install the latest security updates directly onto the drive. With the powerful Trend Micro USB Security built-in software, Transcend's JetFlash® V85 AntiVirus USB Flash Drive can freely be used in any computer without having to worry about malicious data hitching a ride while transferring files

“USB Flash Drives have gained immense acceptance in India however, there is very little awareness amidst the users regarding protection against threats like auto run malware being spread through malicious websites. Our new JetFlash® V85 USB Flash Drive preloaded with advanced Trend Micro USB Security software will prove to be a boon to our customers,” said Mr. Austin Huang, Regional Head - Sales, SAARC & APAC, Transcend.

The simple and eye-catching JetFlash® V85 USB Flash Drive has a  well polished all-metal casing. The drive comes with an elegant silver metal carrying chain that also makes it an eye-catching fashion accessory. With its refined good looks, a preloaded 90-day trial version of Trend Micro USB Security, plus Transcend’s renowned global lifetime warranty service, the JetFlash® V85 is a feature-packed portable storage device that offers users peace of mind by protecting precious data from hackers, viruses or cyber criminals.

The Transcend JetFlash V85 USB Flash Drive with Trend Micro USB Security software comes with 3 years of warranty. The 2GB capacity variant is available for Rs 1000, the 4GB model is available for Rs 1200 while the 8GB capacity variant is available for Rs 1900. The product is available with Supertron (91-33-2213-1221/23) and Mediaman (91-22-23823100/3200).