PNY PRO Elite V3™ Type-C 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive

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Key Features

• ULTIMATE STORAGE SOLUTION: The premium, metal design of the PNY PRO Elite V3 Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive is the ultimate mobile storage solution with a sleek style for any professional in need of data storage
• EXTREME SPEEDS: Experience ultra fast sophisticated performance with read speeds up to 1000MB/s and write speeds up to 800MB/s²
• SUPER FAST TYPE-C: Transfer speeds up to 800MB/s, ideal for transferring the largest files and most demanding applications from Type-C mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets to full size devices such as newer gen PC & Mac laptop and desktop computers for more permanent storage²
• SMART DEVICE INTEGRATION: Compatible with the latest Type-C enabled iPhones & iPads (iPhone 15, 3rd Gen iPad and newer), and Android phones & tablets, with no external app required—use the Files app already installed on your device for instant access and/or the notification drop down on Android devices. For best results, make sure your device case doesn’t block access to the Type-C port.²,³
• PROFESSIONAL ADVANTAGE: Designed for advanced tech users and a broad range of professionals - including content creators, graphic designers, and gamers who require speed and reliability for managing valuable content on Type-C devices³
• LATEST TECHNOLOGY: USB 3.2 Gen 2 technology to take file management to the next level. Ideal for large files such as movies, professional quality high-resolution photos, and Full HD & 4K videos

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PNY PRO Elite V3™ Type-C 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive – Up to 1000MB/s Read, Up to 800MB/s Write, Extreme Performance for Professional Data Storage and Transfers, Premium Metal Design, USB-C is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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