If you are thinking of buying a MicroSDXC card, take a look at the latest SanDisk Extreme microSD UHS-I memory card. Unlike the Extreme PRO, the SanDisk Extreme version is more affordable and caters for Action Cameras. I think I will need one 64GB for my GoPro Hero 4 Silver 🙂 . The SanDisk Extreme microSDHC/microSDXC UHS-I memory cards are currently available, in 32GB and 64GB with a pricing of S$49 and S$99 respectively.
Press Release
SanDisk Announces SanDisk Extreme® microSD™ UHS-I Memory Cards for Action Cameras – Built to Match the Harshest Conditions
Enables the Next-Generation of 4K Ultra HD Video Capture
SINGAPORE, October 15, 2014 – SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash storage solutions, has announced the SanDisk Extreme® microSDHC™/microSDXC™ UHS-I memory cards for action cameras, to give extreme sports enthusiasts the speed, quality, capacity, and durability they need to confidently capture the moment in breathtaking detail. Now rated UHS Speed Class 3 (U3)1, these fast, high-performing cards are well-matched with action cameras, as they deliver the performance required to capture unforgettable Full HD and 4K Ultra HD action video2.
The SanDisk Extreme microSDHC/microSDXC UHS-I memory cards for action cameras offer read/write speeds of up to 60MB/s/40MB/s* to enable users to capture the most daring adventures in stunning detail. With the new cards, action camera users can quickly transfer files and view their thrilling adventure on today’s new 4K TVs and monitors.
The SanDisk Extreme microSD UHS-I cards are built for extreme durability3. Perfect to endure all the action, the cards are waterproof, shockproof, and X-ray proof, and are capable of operating in temperatures ranging from -13 to 185 degrees Fahrenheit.
“We are committed to offering customers a range of memory solutions that stand up to environmental extremes, including temperature, water, shocks and x-rays. These new memory cards give users the confidence that their high quality video will be there to share with others when the adventure is done,” said Mark Eng, Country Manager, Singapore and Malaysia, SanDisk Corporation.
SanDisk also recently announced the 512GB** SanDisk Extreme PRO® SDXC™ UHS-I card, the world’s highest capacity full-sized SD™ memory card, along with the SanDisk Extreme PRO microSDXC UHS-I card, the world’s fastest microSD UHS-I memory card. These new offerings expand the company’s impressive portfolio of 4K Ultra High Definition (3840x2160p) capable products. For more than 25 years, SanDisk has been committed to delivering breakthrough technologies that expand the possibilities of storage.
Pricing and Availability
The SanDisk Extreme microSDHC/microSDXC UHS-I memory cards for Action Cameras are currently available, in capacities of 32GB and 64GB and range in pricing from S$49 to S$99 (MSRP). More information can be found at SanDisk.com.
About SanDisk
SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company, is a global leader in flash storage solutions. For more than 25 years, SanDisk has expanded the possibilities of storage, providing trusted and innovative products that have transformed the electronics industry. Today, SanDisk’s quality, state-of-the-art solutions are at the heart of many of the world’s largest data centers, and embedded in advanced smartphones, tablets and PCs. SanDisk’s consumer products are available at hundreds of thousands of retail stores worldwide. For more information, visit www.sandisk.com.
*Up to 60MB/s read speed; up to 40MB/s write speed. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.
**1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.
1 UHS Speed Class 3 designates a performance option designed to support real time video recording in enabled UHS host devices.
*64GB & 32GB only: Up to 60MB/s read speed; up to 40MB/s write speed. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.
2 4K Ultra HD (3840x2160p) and Full HD (1920x1080p) video support may vary based upon host device, file attributes and other factors. See: www.sandisk.com/HD
3 See product packaging and www.sandisk.com/proof for additional information and limitations.
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This news release contains certain forward-looking statements, including expectations for markets, products, industry trends and customers that are based on our current expectations and involve numerous risks and uncertainties that may cause these forward-looking statements to be inaccurate. Risks that may cause these forward-looking statements to be inaccurate include among others: the market demand for our products may grow more slowly than our expectations or our products may not be available in the capacities that we expect or perform as expected, or the other risks detailed from time-to-time in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including, but not limited to, our most recent quarterly report on Form 10-Q and our annual report on Form 10-K. We do not intend to update the information contained in this news release.
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