Here we have a new line of USB 3.0 external HDDs from I-O Data, the HDCL-UTB. Coming in 1TB, 2TB, 3TB and 4TB capacities (black and white color options), these external HDDs feature a USB 3.0 connection interface, TV recording support and NTFS format, and are backed by a one year warranty. The HDCL-UTB will start shipping from the end of March for 12,500 Yen / $122 (1TB), 15,700 Yen / $154 (2TB), 21,000 Yen / $206 (3TB) and 37,000 Yen / $363 (4TB), respectively. [I-O Data]
MARSHAL has unveiled a new line of external HDDs, the SHELTER USB3.0. Coming in capacities ranging from 250GB to 4TB, these fan-less 3.5-inch HDDs come with an aluminum body with excellent heat dissipation, a USB 3.0 connection interface, PC power interlock function and NTFS format. The SHELTER USB3.0 will go on sale from early December, prices unannounced yet. [Product Page]
LaCie has just added a new storage capacity to its d2 Quadra USB 3.0 external HDD line-up by launching the 3TB model. This fan-less HDD comes with a sturdy aluminum enclosure, a security slot for theft prevention and provides three different types of connection interfaces: 1x USB 3.0, 1x eSATA and 2x FireWire800. The 3TB d2 Quadra USB 3.0 is available now for 36,800 Yen (about $397). [Product Page]
I-O Data has once again expanded its HDCA-UT USB 3.0 external HDD line-up by announcing the 1TB and 2TB models. Just like the 3TB and 4TB models, the 1TB and 2TB models also come with a USB 3.0 connection interface, NTFS format, TV recording support and are backed by a one-year warranty. The 1TB and 2TB models will start shipping from mid-November for 11,500 Yen (about $144) and 14,600 Yen (about $183), respectively. [I-O Data]
A-Data hits back with a new line of USB 3.0 external HDDs, the DashDrive HV610. Available in three different storage capacities: 500GB, 750GB and 1TB, these eye-catching external HDDs come with a unique picture puzzle design concept, a USB 3.0 connection interface and have a removable smart cover that holds the USB cable when not in use. Prices unannounced yet. [A-Data]