Kingston Introduces Two and Four Gigabyte CompactFlash Cards

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. -- Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the world's leading independent memory manufacturer, today announced the immediate availability of 2-GB and 4-GB CompactFlash Elite Pro(TM) cards featuring the latest in high-density Flash components to optimize performance and Storage capabilities.

As technological advancements produce more sophisticated digital devices, demand for higher-performing CompactFlash is continuing to grow. "Expanding our Elite Pro line to include the 2-GB and 4-GB CompactFlash Elite Pro cards is essential to support imaging professionals with the best digital Storage for their high-end cameras and devices," said Mike Kuppinger, digital media product manager, Kingston.

The new 2-GB and 4-GB CompactFlash Elite Pro cards provide a low-price-per-megabyte solution of reliable, high-speed media. With ultra-fast transfer rates, users will enjoy more efficient workflow than ever before. The 2-GB cards work in virtually any digital device. The new 2-GB CF cards work in just about any digital device but advancements in technology may prevent some cameras, MP3 players, PDAs or other digital devices from fully utilizing the 4-GB CF cards.

The new 2-GB and 4-GB CF cards enhance performance of power-hungry imaging applications used by both advanced amateur and professional photographers. When used in conjunction with matching high-performance digital devices, Kingston's CF Elite Pro cards provide ultra-fast transfer times with read speeds up to 10 MB/sec. and write speeds up to 8 MB/sec.

Product Highlights:

• Standardized: Complies with CompactFlash Association specification and standards.
• Fast: Supports data transfer rates up to 10 MB/sec. read and 8 MB/sec. write.
• Small: One-third the size of a traditional PC Card.
• Easy to use: Plug and play.
• Versatile: Use with available PC Card Type II adapter for quick and easy data transfer.
• Economical: Autosleep mode preserves system battery life.
• Dual Voltage: 3.3 V and 5.0 V dual voltage support.
• Compatible: Supports Macintosh(R) OS and Windows(R) applications 98 and above.
• Guaranteed: Lifetime warranty

Kingston's 2-GB Type I CompactFlash Elite Pro card, part number: CF/2GB-S has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $219.00* and the 4-GB card, part number: CF/4GB-S has an MSRP of $500.00*. All Kingston CompactFlash products come with a lifetime warranty and free technical support. For more information on Kingston's complete Digital Media product line, visit the Kingston Web site at kingston.com/digitalmedia.