- Conner’s Pocket Cloud fits in a pocket while handling phone backups effectively
- Dual USB-C ports allow for simultaneous charging and data transfer
- Users can record 4K videos directly to removable microSD storage
Conner, the company that previously released 1.8-, 2.5- and 3.5-inch hard drives, has turned its attention to mobile storage with its new Pocket Cloud.
This device is designed to provide portable and mobile storage for smartphones without relying on traditional cloud subscriptions.
It weighs only 0.35 oz (approximately 28 g) and is small enough to fit comfortably in a pocket, suggesting extreme portability but also increasing the risk of loss.
Connectivity and energy management.
Pocket Cloud incorporates dual-port USB-C functionality, enabling simultaneous data transfer and direct charging, allowing a phone to stay powered on while backing up files or recording directly to the device.
With 60W PD transfer, the device supports fast charging while actively handling data, which could be convenient for long filming sessions or periods of heavy use.
The device can operate in multiple configurations, operating both with an external power source and independently without it.
It can connect directly to a mobile phone via USB-C to Lightning or USB-C to USB-C, or sit in-line between a charger and a phone.
Pocket Cloud storage can be expanded using microSD and SDXC cards up to 2TB.
Users can record 4K 60 FPS videos or extended timelapses directly to the microSD card, ensuring the phone’s internal storage remains available.
The device can reach speeds of up to 104MB/s over USB 3.2 Gen1, enabling fast transfer of large files, streamlining workflows for creators importing media into editing software like Final Cut Pro or Premiere Pro.
The device supports one-touch backups that automatically save photos, videos, contacts and albums through a dedicated app, and preserves original file names, metadata and locations without the need for Wi-Fi or recurring subscription fees.
The device also supports external cameras such as GoPro, Insta360, DJI Pocket 3 and microSD cards for drones, providing a centralized solution for multiple digital ecosystems.
For iPhone users, it supports MFi certification, ensuring compatibility with iPhone and iPad, including Lightning models.
This allows users to maintain safe and stable backups without encountering disconnections or errors popping up.
The device is currently being funded on Kickstarterr, where it has raised $4,352 from 125 backers against a goal of $895 with 25 days left.
The single-drive starter pack is available for $19, but ships without any storage cards, requiring users to provide their own.
Other launch bundles include a two-unit bundle for $35, a five-unit Creator Bundle for $79, and a ten-unit Team Pack priced at $135.
Please note that capacity, durability, and performance consistency depend entirely on the microSD card users choose, meaning usable storage and speed vary by card.
Disclaimer: We do not recommend or endorse any crowdfunding projects. All crowdfunding campaigns carry inherent risks, including the possibility of delays, changes or non-delivery of products. Potential sponsors should carefully evaluate the details and proceed at their own discretion.
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