My final, unbiased verdict is that USB flash drives are adequate for most people's data storage needs, although they do have some downsides that other storage methods avoid. There are no perfect devices; every one has some downside.
32GB SanDisk USB Flash Drive (SDCZ430-032G-A46)
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Transcend JetFlash Flash Drive TS16GJF790K
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Kingston DataTraveler flash drive 100 G3 256 GB, 1 pc. black
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Titan Gray Samsung BAR Plus 256GB USB 3.1 Flash Drive (MUF-256BE4/AM) with Up to 400MB/s Transfer Speed
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Game console Microsoft Xbox One X 1000 GB HDD, black
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2 TB External HDD Western Digital WD Elements Portable (WDBU), USB 3.0, black
84 Review
8TB Seagate Backup Plus Hub Desktop Hard Drive with Data Recovery Services
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🔜 Seagate Backup Plus Slim STHN2000400 2TB Portable Hard Drive - Black: Your Reliable External Storage Solution
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