LaCie and Philippe Starck have hooked up yet again for an iconic and smooth looking combo of aluminum, what could pass for mercury (not the planet) and an ultra-fast USB 3.0 connection.

The LaCie Starck Mobile USB 3.0 is backward compatible with USB 2.0 – simply connect it into any PC or Mac for a seamless plug-and-play experience.

Encased in 2mm of sturdy aluminum, the LaCie Starck Mobile USB 3.0 is one the most resistant choices for consumer hard drives on the market. The aluminum offers resilience from blunders, improved heat dissipation, and is fully recyclable.

The LaCie Starck Mobile Drive USB 3.0 at 320gb priced at $69.99 and the 500gb at $109.99.

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Dubbed the world’s smallest desktop USB 3.0 hard drive, the LaCie Rikiki comes equipped with the newer USB 3.0 interface and large sizes – 500GB and 1TB.

The LaCie Rikiki USB 3.0 combines the fastest interface on the market with perfect portability. The tough aluminum casing combines form and function; it withstands bumps and jolts, but its sophisticated style sets it apart from other mobile hard drives. With interface speeds up to 5Gb/s and capacities available up to 1TB, it offers desktop-sized storage in a pocket-sized product. Best of all, it’s backward-compatible with USB 2.0, which means connectivity is never an issue.

Starting at $99 dollars, the LaCie Rikiki and its all aluminum exterior combined with the advantages of USB 3.0 are a definitely must-buy in the very near future.

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Sticking out only 6mm from the connected device, the LaCie MosKeyto, pronounced like that pesky blood-sucking bug, is very small indeed.

Today LaCie spawns a new breed of USB key – the LaCie MosKeyto, an ultra-small flash drive that’s anything but pesky. Joining LaCie’s line-up of award-winning USB keys, MosKeyto ups the ante for power, portability and ease of use.

LaCie MosKeyto measures less than 20mm and weighs 10 grams, making it one of the smallest USB keys on the market. Offering capacities up to 16GB, you’ll be pleasantly amazed at how many bytes you can get from such a tiny MosKeyto.

The stealthy MosKeyto becomes nearly invisible when plugged into your computer, and can even travel with the computer in a protective sleeve or briefcase – just plug it, and forget it. Because it lies flush against your device, there is no risk of damage to the port, computer or key if the drive is knocked or bumped. Additionally, if it’s in your laptop, you won’t lose it.

Offered presently in 4gb and 8gb sizes at $17.99 and $27.99 respectively, this ultra-small USB flash drive definitely won’t get snagged while you’re moving around with your laptop.

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LaCie has introduced a water-tight, waterproof to 100 meters, drop resistant from 5 meters, weatherproof USB flashdrive that seems like it’s more at home outside than inside a server room or small office:

LaCie, originator of the flat, award-winning key-shaped USB flash drives, shields the XtremKey’s premium flash memory modules inside a 2mm metal pipe casing. Sealed with wear-resistant screw threads and a rubber O-ring, it is watertight up to 100 meters. The LaCie XtremKey is also resistant to 5-meter drops, fierce heat and bitter cold – it holds up in any environment, no matter where you take it (+200°C / -50°C).

XtremKey is constructed with zamac, a metal alloy composed of zinc, aluminum, magnesium and copper that’s so strong, it can withstand the pressure of a 10-ton truck. Less than three inches tall, this flash memory drive puts strength, security and storage right on your keyring.

Due out in August, priced to sell at $49.99 and higher with capacity starting at 8gb going all the way up to 64gb in a 3-inch form, I truly recommend this for the clumsy adventurous computer users out there.

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LaCie has introduced their network based, RAID 0 or 1 Network Space MAX featuring up 4 terabytes of space divided between the two hard drives inside of the (now typical) LaCie black monolithic structure.

The Network Space MAX is designed for ultimate usability. LaCie Network Assistant software helps you set up the product within a few minutes. It provides the best user experience for quick detection and access to the Network Space MAX. LaCie’s user-friendly dashboard allows you to easily manage files, backups, private accounts, and download torrents.

Offering two large-capacity hard drives – with up to 4TB storage space – Network Space MAX can be configured in RAID 1, which automatically mirrors disks so that all your important files are redundantly backed up and secure.

It also includes LaCie’s well received widget based user interface for easy set-up and storage management.

The LaCie Network Space MAX starts in 2TB capacity through the LaCie Online Store, LaCie Corner and LaCie Reseller+ starting at $279.99. For more product information, visit LaCie.com.

LaCie brings their typical high-quality built material to the enterprise level by bringing along 128-bit encryption and hot-swappable RAID drives to their new line of LaCie Enterprise Storage.

Enhancing the award-winning solutions line, LaCie today announces the new Enterprise Class range of storage solutions with LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class, LaCie 2big Quadra Enterprise Class, and the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class. The LaCie Enterprise Class range is among the most sophisticated offerings on the market, and provides six data protection levels, robust performance, data encryption, superior connectivity, RAID protection, a professional backup offer, and an advanced service package.

“The introduction of LaCie’s Enterprise Class product range responds specifically to niche industries such as creative professionals, as well as those in the medical, legal, and accounting fields, who require highly robust and reliable storage solutions to manage their digital assets,” said Arnaud Prézelin, LaCie Product Manager for Creative Pro Solutions. “Adding Enterprise Class functionality to our recognized solutions line has made these products the most reliable and secure solutions in their respective product classes, while delivering leading-edge performance.”

Starting at $299 and ending around $1349.99 for the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class from LaCie.

[ Links: LaCie, LaCie Enterprise Class Storage ]

When LaCie originally debut their USB storage “keys”, the CooKey and WhizKey, I instantly ran out and grabbed one. It looks like a key, is discreet enough to stay on my key chain and I will not instantly be labeled a geek. Not that I mind being called a geek, but some badges you don’t want to wear because it’ll invariably mean that you’ll be answering more questions to people you’d rather not.

Anyway, LaCie is now installing on the USB drives their Wuala Online Storage which allows for uploading and backing up securely online your information:

LaCie announced the LaCie CooKey and LaCie WhizKey, design by 5.5 Designers. The new USB flash keys are modeled after the award-winning LaCie iamaKey, which was recently issued a 2010 award by the internationally recognized Observeur du Design.

The LaCie CooKey and LaCie WhizKey offer more than a resilient surface and up to 32GB of storage–they include a complete storage experience by integrating an extra 4GB of online storage through Wuala. Wuala, a company of LaCie, is an innovative online storage service that allows you to securely store, back up, share, and access files from anywhere. Simply upload files and set privacy settings for the files or folders you’d like to share – allowing your family, friends, and co-workers exclusive access to those files. Designed to provide the ultimate security, files on Wuala go through a special encryption procedure and are stored in different locations in the Wuala cloud.

Now LaCie offers up to 4GB for two years on all LaCie flash keys – and 10GB of Wuala online storage for one year in combination with its hard disk storage products. These products now provide customers with more storage, as well as a more secure and convenient way to backup and share their digital content. If you would like to enjoy more gigabytes in Wuala, you can buy additional storage, or trade local storage without extra charge – one of the more novel features of Wuala. You simply trade, for example, 50GB on your computer, and get up to 50GB of Wuala online storage.

Available online and at LaCie retailers at prices starting at $19.99 in sizes from 4gb to 32gb. Wuala, acquired by LaCie in 2009, is based on technology originally debut and researched by ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology – Zurich) and offers users 1gb that are fully encrypted for your protection.

[ Links: LaCie USB Keys, Wuala ]

It seems like 2010 will be the year of the set top box that gathers all of your media that you’ve collected over the years – be it music, video or web based media – and places it in high-definition on your television for all to see. LaCie has introduced their LaCinema Mini HD Media Center, about the size of a standard DVD – it fits in your palm, easily:

LaCie today unveiled LaCinema Mini HD, the all-in-one Wi-Fi High Definition media center. Its amazingly small and stylish design packs a big punch, bringing your HD movies, photos and music collections to your widescreen TV in full 1080p resolution.

LaCinema Mini HD bridges the gap between the computer and entertainment worlds in full HD quality. Featuring built-in high-speed 802.11n Wi-Fi, LaCinema Mini HD brings a DLNA® media player and server to your home without wires.

Transferring content to the LaCinema Mini HD is easy through the bus-powered USB connection for maximum transfer speeds, or by connecting the drive to a home network. Users can conveniently load files wirelessly from their computer or via the Ethernet connection.

Currently available in Europe for $299 with worldwide availability coming soon.

[ Links: LaCie LaCinema Mini HD Media Center ]

Small enough to fit into your front pocket yet can hold some 150+ full DVD’s worth of data, LaCie has introduced their smallest external hard drive, the LaCie Rikiki.

LaCie introduced the most compact 2.5″ hard drive on the market – LaCie Rikiki, in metal. Measuring just a mere 110cm³, its sophisticated form factor holds up to 640GB of media that you won’t mind storing in a pocket or purse.

Encased in brushed, sturdy aluminum, the LaCie Rikiki, which means “tiny” in French, represents a resilient aesthetic that protects your media from everyday blunders and unwelcome fingerprints. Its lightweight design makes it a perfect companion for keeping your digital world close at hand.

“We are part of a generation that wants more from our electronics, but in the smallest form factor possible, and with a competitive price,” said Anne-Sophie Marchand, Consumer Product Manager. “With the LaCie Rikiki, we have done just that by fitting high-performance and high-capacity in the palm of your hand, for under $100.”

Odd name aside, the LaCie Rikiki starts at $74.99 and is available at LaCie.com [ site here ] and LaCie resellers very soon.

[ Links: LaCie Rikiki product page ]

LaCie has introduced another one of those monolithic looking external hard drive with the “in style” Blue LED and what not. But the LaCie Lacinema Classic HD has HDMI outputs, 1080p playback and a remote control.

The LaCinema Classic HD offers a timeless and sleek design making it a great addition to any TV setup. Providing the widest media format compatibility, LaCinema Classic HD will play all your files without concern – from the most popular DivX format to high-quality MKV H.264 video format via its HDMI 1.3 connection. Uncompromising support for Dolby Digital audio quality enhances the LaCinema Classic HD, as well as your entertainment viewing experience.

The LaCinema Classic HD keeps it easy – use it as an external hard drive to load media from your Mac or PC. Then, simply connect the LaCinema Classic HD to your HDTV for instant playback.

Acting as a DLNA media player, LaCinema Classic HD can conveniently play movies, music, and photos from your computer or network storage. LaCinema Classic HD even offers network access to easily transfer files from your Mac and PC, while keeping it connected to the TV.

Drool. Do want. Comes with a 1TB drive and will cost $249.99 when it comes out shortly at your typical LaCie resellers.

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LaCie comes out with a Sam Hecht design for a Portable DVD±RW drive that promises to not cause too much of a bulge in almost the slimmest of slim notebook bags out there.

Featuring two versions for easy setup and seamless compatibility, users can choose from the multimedia burning solution for Mac or PC. The Windows® version comes with Creator Suite 10, while the combined Mac® and Windows version comes with Toast 9 Basic, as well as Creator Suite 10.

Additionally, it is USB bus-powered so only one cable is needed to start burning CDs and DVDs. The 8x drive is less than an inch tall and weighs under a pound – fitting perfectly into a bag, backpack, or briefcase.

Powered via an USB2 cable, this LightScribe enabled portable DVD burner/player also won’t hurt your pockets too much either at $120.00.

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