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Specifications (taken from packaging and the Transcend USA website):
• Size: 64mm x 21mm x 10mm
• Weight: 11g
• Performance (for 128MB up to 1GB): Read 10 MB/s, Write 8 MB/s
• Performance (For 2GB): Read 18 MB/s, Write 14 MB/s
• Data Retention: Up to 10 years
• Durability: >100,000 program/erase cycles
Testing and Performance:
According to the specifications, Transcend claims a read speed of 10 MB/s and a write speed of 8MB/s for all of the JetFlash 110’s with memory sizes of 128MB up to 1GB. Testing results for the 512MB drive proved to be considerably faster. The first test was performed using SiSoftware Sandra’s File System Benchmark utility. As you can see in the first bar graph below, the average speed was 13MB/s. The read speeds were all at 14MB/s and write speeds at 2.9, 9 and 8MB/s.
The next test was performed using HD Tach, and in this test the read speed is much faster than that specified earlier, with an average read speed of 14.3MB/s.
Conclusion:
Overall the 512MB Transcend JetFlash 110 performed well. It is a very attractive, lightweight drive. Although it didn’t quite fit into all USB ports, it did however outperform its own specifications with decent write speeds and even better read speeds. All of the accessories came in handy with the exception of the labeling stickers. Finally, the software was well thought out and user friendly.
The JetFlash 110 is available at Transcend's Online Store for about $20 for the 128MB version up to $173 for the 2GB version. The 512MB version as reviewed currently goes for around $47. A search of PriceGrabber shows that this line of flash drives is available at many other online retailers for just about the same price.
Overall I give the Transcend JetFlash 110 512MB flash drive a rating of 4.5 out of 5 Stars... "Readily Recommended".
Final Rating (4.5 out of 5 stars):  
Pros:
• Retractable USB plug
• Available in different sizes (from 128MB up to 2GB) and colors
• Tested above specifications
• Easy to use software
• Lightweight
• Looks good
• Quick release neck strap
Cons:
• Doesn’t fit into all USB ports
• “Switch blade” feels loose when closed
Special thanks to Transcend USA for providing the JetFlash 110 512MB flash drive to BigBruin.Com for review!
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