Gadget tip: handy external hard drive

The classic external hard drive is increasingly making way for the SSD. There is no noticeable difference in appearance. But an SSD is faster and can take a beating. In addition, they are becoming more affordable. Transcend has released a credit card sized SSD. The ESD230C measures 8 cm by 6 cm, so you can take it with you wherever you go. So you always have your most important files with you, without having to carry an entire laptop.

The SSD can be connected to a PC or laptop, but also to any smartphone or tablet with OTG support. That’s practically all Android devices running Android 4 or higher. For the ESD230C with a capacity of 240 GB you pay around 50 euros. The discs are currently available through Conrad.nl.