Eye-Fi to end support for X1 and X2 Wi-Fi SD cards by September 15th

In case you are still using Eye-Fi’s X1 and X2 Wi-Fi SD cards, now’s the time to look for an alternative. The Wi-Fi-connected SD cards that let old cameras connect to a mobile or desktop app will stop receiving support from Eye-Fi by September 15^th. You won’t be able to use most services and they will no longer update the mobile and desktop apps that work with these cards. One of the reasons for the change is that the older products developed back in 2007 aren’t supposedly as safe and secure as the current wireless technologies. To help ease current customers into a new system, Eye-Fi is offering 20 percent discounts for the Mobi Pro cards they currently sell and support.

Source: The Verge

SD Association launches 4k-ready SD card

At the moment, 4K video capture is generally limited to professional level equipment and a few mobile devices. However, the SD cards in regular cameras can’t take the large amount of pixels needed for 4k videos. So, SD Association launched the Ultra High Speed Class 3 card format, which is capable of at least 30 MB/s. Now, we just have to wait for devices that are U3-capable.

Video: Sandisk launches new SD Cards, USB storage and Memory Vault Products

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Sandisk has launched a long list of of new storage solutions for photographers, tablet users (Cruzer Fit) and folks who need an archival solution (Memory Vault) good for 100 years. These are all part of the company's Capture, Share and Preserve end to end storage solutions. Hit jump for the full press release.

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Review: Apple iPad Camera Connector Kit

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

One of the biggest criticisms about the Apple iPad was the lack of a built-in SD Card reader or USB connector for file transfer on-the-go. Well, for $35.00, you can get the iPad Camera Connector Kit that has both USB and SD functionality and can be used to grab photos directly from cameras as well as connect external USB keyboards and even audio devices. Its not the most elegant solution but it works.

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