HIDEIN Key Encrypted USB Thumb Drive – Review and Giveaway
I’d love to review this super secure HIDEIN Key Encrypted USB Thumb Drive, but I feel like it’s all so top secret that I shouldn’t. Aw, what the heck… might as well. I know you won’t tell anyone! 
A USB Thumb What?
USB connector
First, a little Computer Science 101. Did I ever tell you I got an A in computer science in college? It’s true! My teacher was gorgeous, and I may have had a bit of a crush on him. (I still love you Mr. Lindow!) Okay, seriously, your computer has a fixed hard disk drive. It’s probably called c:\ and it’s where your computer stores digital files, its operating system (Windows, etc.), program files, and your personal files. Your computer may have more than one fixed hard disk, but either way – that’s what a hard drive is.
A USB thumb drive is a little hard drive that can store digital files – anything from pictures, movies, letters, programs – whatever computer files you want. Since it’s USB, a USB thumb drive will work with any computer that has a USB slot – that long skinny opening on your computer which you may have your printer, or maybe your keyboard or mouse plugged into. Any modern computer has at least a couple of USB slots.
Now let’s discuss drive encryption. Basically, it’s a fancy term for putting a lock & key on your files. It writes a digital key to the drive that disables others from accessing your files when they plug this USB thumb drive into their computer. In summary, it safeguards your data with a password that’s much more effective than simply password protecting a file. I’m not exactly a hacker, but even I know how to get around simple file passwords.
The drive I’m reviewing here is a 2GB encrypted drive. 2 “Gigabytes” is the equivalent of approximately 2 billion bytes. According to the crucial.com memory card guide, if you have an 8 megapixel camera, the average file size of each photo is 4.2MB, and at that estimate a 2GB memory card will hold 464 photos. [Source: Answers.com] This varies depending on the file type, dimensions and resolution. If your camera has less megapixels (2, 4, 6, for exampe), you’ll be able to store that many more pictures on this 2 GB thumb drive. And, since text files are usually much smaller than photos, you’ll probably find that you can store much more than that on this thumb drive. In short, it’s a pretty good size USB thumb drive for a regular user.
Specifications
- USB 2.0 High Speed, 480Mb/s
- Supports Windows: 2000, XP, Vista, and Win 7 (Mac and Linux Available Soon!)
- Based on the “National Grade Certifications” chipset
- Unique ID and secret key which allows only a single user per device
- Waterproof, dustproof, shockproof
- 3 Year Limited Warranty
You can download the full spec sheet here.
The HIDEIN™ key is a military grade 256-bit encryption USB thumb drive that can protect your confidential files with the highest security possible. It uses something called an “encrypt-chip” to securely create partitions on your hard drive that only you can see. The HIDEIN™ key is, essentially a “key” to unlock your hidden files.
If you have sensitive data such as client information or your own personal info (taxes, financial documents, personal letters, etc.), the HIDEIN Key Encrypted USB Thumb Drive is the perfect solution. It’s inexpensive, comes in a variety of colors and you can even customize with your logo! And, it’s easy to use!
You may think military grade is more than you need in a thumb drive, but everyone should consider a tool like this to protect themselves against identity theft. And since it doesn’t cost more than a comparable thumb drive – why wouldn’t you get the extra perks of data security?
Giveaway
HIDEIN Key Encrypted USB Thumb Drive wants to give one lucky Gimmie fan a 2GB HIDEIN Key Encrypted USB Thumb Drive of their own!!
Here’s how to win (must do both):
1. “Like” USB Crazy on Facebook and let them know you read the review on Gimmie, AND
2. “Like” GimmieFreebies on Facebook, AND
3. Comment below!
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Winner was chosen by random.org on May 22, 2011.
Winner: Rani O. (rani.oliver@..)
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and my taxes???
This USB would be a God send for my homework. And there is a ton of it with a Masters degree!
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i sure could use one of these! please!!!!!
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… i need this for music files and pictures..
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thanks for making the offer and for showing us about this facebook page love it.
I appreciate the opportunity to try and win one of these! I am a full-time student, so it would definitely come in handy!
This would be soo cool to store my pictures on.
I “liked” both. I am my child’s paparazzi every single day! It would be NICE to have one of these! I have over 3,000 pictures of him and he’s only 20 mths old.
toooo many pictures on my computer could totally use one of these!!!
thanks for the opportunity!!!
I watched Both Video’s!!
I did the review like you said for this offer but it wouldn’t let me tag you for what ever reason
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“Liked” USB Crazy on FB and already a Gimmie FB fan!!
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Now following USB Crazy on Twitter!
I would love to win! I’m a writer and want to keep my work safe from thieves!
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would love to win anyone. thank
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Awesome give away! Encrypted devices are a must in this day and age!
Watched Gimmie’s video on youtube. Didn’t know y’all had a channel on there.
Really would love to have a USB drive. Single mother going through a divorce and looking for all the help I can get at this time. Came across Freebies website the other night and have been hooked, hopefully this site can help me our financially. Looking forward to the upcoming mail. thank you for your consideration.
Watched the HIDEIN Key Encrypted video on YouTube. Love the password function.
Wow! This sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing….and if I could win one, it would be even better!
I love all this saving you provide for us! Would love to have one. I was looking to put all my files and picture on a jump drive. Thank you!
I would love to win one of these! I have never even heard of one of this kind..lol..
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Who couldn’t use a thumb drive! Great give away.
Random winner generator pick me ;D
ty for having this, would be so nice to win one of these…
I just saw this. Hope I’m not too late.
I would love to win one. It’s much needed in my house
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This would really help to get files ready to go in case of hurricane
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