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SanDisk Cruzer Micro 8 GB SDCZ6-8192-A11 Review
SanDisk Cruzer Micro 8 GB SDCZ6-8192-A11
Summary:
The SanDisk Cruzer Micro received high marks from users at Staples, who praised this low cost USB flash drive for its reliability and ease of use. Users at NewEgg were also very impressed with the reliability of the SanDisk Cruzer, and they also like the retractable USB connector; but several NewEgg users cautioned that the Cruzer had slow write speeds.

The SanDisk Cruzer Micro received high marks from users at Staples, who praised this low cost USB flash drive for its reliability and ease of use. Users at NewEgg were also very impressed with the reliability of the SanDisk Cruzer, and they also like the retractable USB connector; but several NewEgg users cautioned that the Cruzer had slow write speeds. The SanDisk Cruzer was also praised by users at Amazon for its reliability and retractable USB connector. Several Amazon users complained about the software on this USB flash drive; but SanDisk informs us that they no longer include software with this model.

The SanDisk Cruzer USB flash drive has a retractable USB connector, so you don't have to worry about losing a cap. This USB flash drive is small, stylishly designed, and comes in a range of different colors. It can be easily attached to a key ring. This cheap USB flash drive is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating system. It has a five-year limited warranty.

SanDisk is one of the most well-known names in USB flash drives and their flash drives are known for their reliability. We didn't give this USB flash drive a higher rating because there was some confusion over whether this flash drive actually came with pre-installed software or not. Several retail outlets, including Amazon, state that the SanDisk Cruzer Micro USB flash drive comes with software. However, we have checked directly with SanDisk, and they have informed us that SanDisk no longer includes software with this drive. So we think this is a very reliable USB flash drive, but you may wish to order it directly from the manufacturer if you really don't want the software.

By Cheapism editorsOctober 14, 2010
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