I was avoiding clicking on your channel as the logo made me think that it was some geriatric shopping channel. My opinion doesn't count, but I think you'll do wonders to modernise it as well as your background (a little less bland and ikea-ish, just don't lose the retro consoles). Your channel is amazing. Just wish I noticed earlier.
Hey, Lon Great channel Thanks for all the reviews. BTW, earlier today (6:30AM est) I ordered the Sandisk through your affiliate link I had to log in to my Amazon app verses directly from the webpage. I hope your link is persistent and you get credit! Thanks again!!!
Ijust got the Sandisk Extreme 600 the 500 gb version. One review reported that if you use the included adapter from usb-c to usb-a, it will limit you to 360 gb/sec (550 without). Not a big deal really. I tested copy a 900 megabyte 4K file, it took like 2.5 seconds with that converter on. We were using a very powerful imac 5K however with apples SSD's in it & a german made Belkin usb 3 hub. But that almost 1 gb truly felt rocket fast. Even though theres even faster drives on the market today. But for the price, this is a bargain in my opinion. Love it! 👍
As you suggested, USB-A (plug) to USB-C (socket) adapters are expressly forbidden by the spec. The problem is that you could use two of them to make a USB-A to USB-A cable, which has been banned by the USB spec from the start. Plugging to USB-A ports into each other could damage the devices, or they could potentially even short out and overheat.
About SanDisk, Not recommend to by this SSD. last week I bought 1TB from Changi Airport for 223 USD$. usually I'm working with Video editing. After copying cannot retrieve files. It's really frustrating. seems it cannot hold larger files. My suggestion is, don't get frustrate after purchase. Do not purchase this product. No value for what you paying $.
I love the disclosure over the upfront transparency about this video. Am I wrong for assuming that the connection from USB C, down to standard USB will bottle neck transfer speeds? I'm on a late 2015 Macbook Pro 15" retina display, so not a current gen, but not too much older Thanks in advance!
Thanks! You won't get the full speeds you'd get out of a gen 2 connection but it'll certainly be much better than any spinning external drive you've used.
Not only is the cable short, the USB A adapter should have a connection so that it stays with the cable, like some other devices. I have one USB C hub and it has a UBS A adapter that remains attached to the dongle.
SSDs are great. But I can say from my own experience that a known working SSD failed when left unplugged for longer than 2 years. It was stored safely and the temperature was never above 82 deg F. I left it unplugged on purpose as a test because of some of tech specs on retention. Maybe it was that particular drive that was bad or that older generation. Just an FYI to consider.
I was just wondering how long it would hold bitcoin blockchain. It seems it is growing about 50 gb a year. It is presently about 180 gb. 800gb/50gb/yr = 16 years. So until about 2034.
I bought the Extreme Pro version which is a few millemetres longer than the Extreme edition you reviewed. This results in more wasted space for the loop hole in the corner for a carabiner (who would trust an expensive a storage device with a carbiner attached to a belt loop, backpack etc. - no thanks). It needs an activity LED like the Samsung T5 & T7. Speeds for transfer of large video files are remarkable as long as you have the right ports on your PC, cameras etc.
It works as you said between my galaxy s20 ultra and my external Sandisk SSD, but it won't work when I hook my Galaxy to my WD external hard drive. Question: Is it because of the WD and not a Sandisk or because the hard drive and not a SSD drive that makes it not working?
Excellent review. If you use MacOS High Sierra, do you recommend formatting the external SSD as APFS? Does the disk format affect TRIM support? (My intention would be to use the drive to store video footage that I would actively edit within FCPX 10.4.x) Also, I saw you other video review of the Samsung T5. Which of the two drives do you prefer, or would you say they are comparable in terms of data durability and heat dissipation? Thanks.
Another good one Lon. I've been using the T5 as my Plex DVR storage since your review of it. It works great. This SanDisk looks like another winner. I like the T5 low profile design as it sits next to my Netgear X10 rotuer running my Plex Media Server so my wife doesn't complain about "more gear" in the den. Again, another well done review Lon. Thanks.
External SSDs are looking better and better. Question though, There is a "Join" button next to the subscribe button. I've never seen this before on a TH-cam channel. Of course, I'm already subscribed, but what's the Join button for? Is it a chrome specific thing? using Google Chrome. at the moment.
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I would love a product like this that has built-in wifi that can work fast for cameras without dual card slots since Nikon and Canon seem to think they are not needed in their new Mirrorless Full frame cameras.
Hi. Can I use this external hard drive to transfer photographs directly from my fuji XT2. We will be traveling through Africa and I don't intend taking a laptop. Thank you.
Thanks for the video. Do you have to install any proprietary software to use this on a windows 7 pc or can I just drag and drop files to it ? Thanks again.
So I ran the same test.. With the same device on a surface pro4 My ssd has 500gigs. The ruslts are always a bit different from. yours and Iam wondering if mine is bad., could you help. me. out with my question pls because otherwise i will have to bring it back to the store. My results are all about 70mb/s less except tge last one with 4kiB Q1T1. That one is even halb of yours about 17 read and 36 write. THANKS already
Surprisingly, people are selling 250GB version of this drive at 50 - 60 USD at eBay in August 2018, much cheaper than usual. However, 500GB and 1TB prices show no difference from the other stores.
Just bought one of this, i discover the SanDisk logo silver paint had smear off after just unboxing it (it shown in this video too!), i originally thought is the logo design, but it's not! pretty bad build quality.
As always, Love the disclosure in the beginning.
Definitely agree,
I never comment but was just about to and then saw your comment pinned.
:-)
I was avoiding clicking on your channel as the logo made me think that it was some geriatric shopping channel. My opinion doesn't count, but I think you'll do wonders to modernise it as well as your background (a little less bland and ikea-ish, just don't lose the retro consoles). Your channel is amazing. Just wish I noticed earlier.
Most people like it! Welcome aboard!
All good. Terrific reviews.
agree!
@@LonSeidman I love your content, but I agree with this guy. The intro/outro music also adds to the old fashioned TV shopping channel vibe.
Hey, Lon Great channel Thanks for all the reviews. BTW, earlier today (6:30AM est) I ordered the Sandisk through your affiliate link I had to log in to my Amazon app verses directly from the webpage. I hope your link is persistent and you get credit! Thanks again!!!
Ijust got the Sandisk Extreme 600 the 500 gb version. One review reported that if you use the included adapter from usb-c to usb-a, it will limit you to 360 gb/sec (550 without). Not a big deal really. I tested copy a 900 megabyte 4K file, it took like 2.5 seconds with that converter on. We were using a very powerful imac 5K however with apples SSD's in it & a german made Belkin usb 3 hub. But that almost 1 gb truly felt rocket fast. Even though theres even faster drives on the market today. But for the price, this is a bargain in my opinion. Love it! 👍
Only thing about this drive is I wish it had a light so you know when it is reading/writing
Can I use this external SSD to install Windows 10?
Yes
Keep up the great work
As you suggested, USB-A (plug) to USB-C (socket) adapters are expressly forbidden by the spec. The problem is that you could use two of them to make a USB-A to USB-A cable, which has been banned by the USB spec from the start. Plugging to USB-A ports into each other could damage the devices, or they could potentially even short out and overheat.
Thanks Lon for another "Solid" drive review. :)
About SanDisk, Not recommend to by this SSD. last week I bought 1TB from Changi Airport for 223 USD$. usually I'm working with Video editing. After copying cannot retrieve files. It's really frustrating. seems it cannot hold larger files. My suggestion is, don't get frustrate after purchase. Do not purchase this product. No value for what you paying $.
Sounds like you got a counterfeit one
I love the disclosure over the upfront transparency about this video. Am I wrong for assuming that the connection from USB C, down to standard USB will bottle neck transfer speeds? I'm on a late 2015 Macbook Pro 15" retina display, so not a current gen, but not too much older Thanks in advance!
Thanks! You won't get the full speeds you'd get out of a gen 2 connection but it'll certainly be much better than any spinning external drive you've used.
Not only is the cable short, the USB A adapter should have a connection so that it stays with the cable, like some other devices. I have one USB C hub and it has a UBS A adapter that remains attached to the dongle.
SSDs are great. But I can say from my own experience that a known working SSD failed when left unplugged for longer than 2 years. It was stored safely and the temperature was never above 82 deg F. I left it unplugged on purpose as a test because of some of tech specs on retention. Maybe it was that particular drive that was bad or that older generation. Just an FYI to consider.
I was just wondering how long it would hold bitcoin blockchain. It seems it is growing about 50 gb a year. It is presently about 180 gb. 800gb/50gb/yr = 16 years. So until about 2034.
Thumbs up just for saying BTC!
is it possuble install windows 10 and use it as a primary ssd?
Possible yes but not recommended
Nice Review Brother 💖👍✔😃 Regards from Europe from my channel Bro's
When I try to perform file searches inside the drive my Mac returns no results 😕
Every time I unplug this SSD, it lost data :/
"This is a solid solid state drive" got me xddddddd
I bought the Extreme Pro version which is a few millemetres longer than the Extreme edition you reviewed. This results in more wasted space for the loop hole in the corner for a carabiner (who would trust an expensive a storage device with a carbiner attached to a belt loop, backpack etc. - no thanks). It needs an activity LED like the Samsung T5 & T7. Speeds for transfer of large video files are remarkable as long as you have the right ports on your PC, cameras etc.
It works as you said between my galaxy s20 ultra and my external Sandisk SSD, but it won't work when I hook my Galaxy to my WD external hard drive.
Question: Is it because of the WD and not a Sandisk or because the hard drive and not a SSD drive that makes it not working?
Will this play back videos on a smart TV with USB ports?
Yes
Have you had any problems with this SanDisk extreme drive?
How would you compare this drive with the Samsung T5 external drive?
It burns when transfer data! Not worth it!
Excellent review. If you use MacOS High Sierra, do you recommend formatting the external SSD as APFS? Does the disk format affect TRIM support? (My intention would be to use the drive to store video footage that I would actively edit within FCPX 10.4.x) Also, I saw you other video review of the Samsung T5. Which of the two drives do you prefer, or would you say they are comparable in terms of data durability and heat dissipation? Thanks.
Question: I am more of a laptop gamer, but i like some extra storage for games and stuff so you think this is a good ssd for that?
Hey, nice Review :) do you know if I can use the ssd to install windows Bootcamp for my MacBook Pro 16 inch?
best piece of tech ive bought in 5 years, and it wont scratch other expensive electronics! plastic doesnt mean not durable!
Is it compatible with a chromebook?
Should work with it long as it has USB port.
Another good one Lon. I've been using the T5 as my Plex DVR storage since your review of it. It works great. This SanDisk looks like another winner. I like the T5 low profile design as it sits next to my Netgear X10 rotuer running my Plex Media Server so my wife doesn't complain about "more gear" in the den. Again, another well done review Lon. Thanks.
External SSDs are looking better and better. Question though, There is a "Join" button next to the subscribe button. I've never seen this before on a TH-cam channel. Of course, I'm already subscribed, but what's the Join button for? Is it a chrome specific thing? using Google Chrome. at the moment.
See here for info ! This is the new TH-cam membership program: Patreon vs TH-cam Membership vs Donorbox: How are Your Favorite Creators Accepting Contributions?th-cam.com/video/SoMIlJ-at7w/w-d-xo.html
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Does this device work in 2018 ipad 11 seamlessly? Does it require any connection cable or a separate App Store application?
I would love a product like this that has built-in wifi that can work fast for cameras without dual card slots since Nikon and Canon seem to think they are not needed in their new Mirrorless Full frame cameras.
I'm using WDmy Cloud seems to work quite well with the files on my iPad Pro and using luma fusion and so used to fix as my storage problems
Does this hard drive have password protection ?
Hi. Can I use this external hard drive to transfer photographs directly from my fuji XT2. We will be traveling through Africa and I don't intend taking a laptop. Thank you.
no
Would this work well with the new shield tv pro 2019, or is it going to be overkill
BUT can it be directly connected to a Samsung Android phone to transfer files off/on?
yes, it can.
Thanks for the video. Do you have to install any proprietary software to use this on a windows 7 pc or can I just drag and drop files to it ? Thanks again.
Should work like any other external drive.
So I ran the same test.. With the same device on a surface pro4
My ssd has 500gigs.
The ruslts are always a bit different from. yours and Iam wondering if mine is bad., could you help. me. out with my question pls because otherwise i will have to bring it back to the store. My results are all about 70mb/s less except tge last one with 4kiB Q1T1. That one is even halb of yours about 17 read and 36 write.
THANKS already
What are you using for a cable ?
@@LonSeidman the included usbc cable with the normal usb Adapter on it.
Mine only able to reach 35 MB/s & I use the included cable & USB A adapter. My laptop's USB port is 3.0 already. Any way to fix it?
I am in love with it❤️
Can I use sandisk extreme ssd to boot windows 10 on macbook air 2019
Works for me.
Thank you for your review. By the way Can it be connected to a mobile phone through USB type C for data transfer please?
If the phone supports that yes
I was wondering that for my note 8 and tab S4.
Work in android?
How to format ssd for use mac and pc ?
On Mac use disk utility like any external
Looks neat, too expensive for me
Splash RESISTANT and Dust RESISTANT
Slick!
Good Review
Surprisingly, people are selling 250GB version of this drive at 50 - 60 USD at eBay in August 2018, much cheaper than usual. However, 500GB and 1TB prices show no difference from the other stores.
Why isn't it wireless?
Because it would make the whole device larger and most likely slower
Millennials don't know what SneakerNet is you better make an entire video dedicated to that.
Great review , with one you like better WD Mypassport SSD or Sandisk EXtreme SSD?
Just bought one of this, i discover the SanDisk logo silver paint had smear off after just unboxing it (it shown in this video too!), i originally thought is the logo design, but it's not! pretty bad build quality.
I have had good luck with Samsung SSDs
Me too.
How come you record in 4k but output your videos in 1080p? I would love to see your videos in 2k on my S7 or my 4k tv
I record my studio stuff in 1080p
@@LonSeidman ahhhhh makes sense
@@terrrymalone5999 lol!
still to expensive i'll wait till prices come down to buy one
Great review....
Secon coment
Good job
Please make a comparison review between this and samsung X5