Remote working has been a developing trend for some time now and we are seeing an increase in the number of employees working from home. However, this can be a real challenge.  It’s likely that you need to make adjustment to the way you work and how you interact with your family, friends and coworkers.

What’s also important is to have a comfortable set up for you to work, together with all the necessary equipment.  Having the right devices on hand to keep you connected, working efficiently, and reliably backed up can be vital.

Verbatim has launched the Store’n’Click USB Drive with its unique 'slide and lock' design that allows the USB connector to be easily extended and retracted.  Available in a selection of colours and capacities, the Store’n’Click USB Drive is an ideal day-to-day USB drive for any regular data storage administrative tasks.

The connector locks into position when required and clicks back into a closed position afterwards, protecting it when not in use, with the additional benefit that there is no cap to lose.

With its USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) interface, the Store’n’Click USB Drive delivers a read speed of up to 80MB/sec and a write speed of up to 25MB/sec.  It is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0 ports* so can be used in a wide variety of existing devices.

So, what is backup?

Creating a backup refers to making a ‘copy’ of the data (e.g. images, videos, important documents) or ideally two copies, and keeping both copies in case something happens to the original. Transferring your holiday or wedding pictures from your camera to your memory card or hard drive to free up space in your camera is not backing up – the idea of a back­up is to have spare copies saved on other storage devices in case something happens to the master files.

It’s that time of the year when, after weeks of excess booze and food consumption, we turn our attention to self-improvement with New Year resolutions. Whether this is to cut down on drinking, start eating healthily, reduce spending or to become more environmentally friendly. However, once the novely of a fresh New Year wears off, resolutions are usually broken within the first few weeks.

So why not set resolutions that are achievable?

Visit the Verbatim stand at IFA – Hall 3.2 / Booth 206 – 6-11 Sept, Berlin

In today's world, the security of your confidential data is of the utmost importance. With the enforcement of GDPR and the heightened awareness of personal data security, Verbatim is dedicating its presence at IFA to products that keep your data safe and secure.

Despec Iceland is teaming up with Verbatim GmbH to begin distributing its full range of data storage products, IT accessories and 3D printing filaments to further boost its strong portfolio for the IT and office supplies channel.

Verbatim is best known for its data storage products – USB drives, hard disk drives, memory cards, SSDs and optical media in particular (blank Blu-Ray DVD and CD discs) where it is the world’s number one brand. Verbatim also has a comprehensive range of computer-related accessories including power banks, cables, adapters, computer bags, mice and batteries, as well as a range of high quality 3D filaments for the growing 3D printing industry. 

The new Verbatim Fingerprint Secure Hard Drive uses a combination of AES 256-bit hardware encryption and biometric technology to seamlessly encrypt all data on the drive in real-time ensuring that any data saved on it is safe from unauthorised access if ever lost or stolen.  The external hard drive is quick and easy to use and is compliant with GDPR requirements as 100% of the drive is securely encrypted.

The built-in fingerprint recognition system in the Verbatim HDD allows access for up to eight authorised users and one administrator. Once set up, users can lock and unlock the device in seconds by just using their registered fingerprint.  The hard drive does not store passwords in the computer or system's volatile memory making it far more secure than software encryption.

Verbatim, the leading data storage company and part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, has appointed Clive Alberts as President for its EUMEA operation.  The position was previously held by Hidetaka Yabe who returns to Tokyo, Japan to undertake a General Manager’s role within the Corporate Marketing Department at Mitsubishi Chemical Corp.

“I am excited and honoured to be taking on this pivotal role at Verbatim, a company with a rich and globally renowned 50 year heritage in data storage,” said Clive Alberts.  “We will aim to continue to build on our leadership in storage where we are the number one in optical media, but also offer a wide range of other products including Hard Drives, SSDs, Memory Cards and USB drives.  In addition, we will strengthen particular focus areas for the company such as secure encrypted data storage products, high quality computer accessories and Freecom, our high-end Hard Drive and SSD brand.  We also have a great opportunity accessing and marketing unique technologies developed by our parent company, Mitsubishi Chemical, such as materials for 3D printing, and will seek to continue growing significantly in these categories over the coming years.”

To expand its reach into new and exciting UK channels Verbatim GmbH is pleased to announce its new partner Nemesis Distribution based in Worcester, United Kingdom. Nemesis will have access to the storage, accessories and 3D printing consumables range to supply its UK resellers, specialist and vertical customer base

Tim Stevenson Verbatim’s Regional Manager UK, Ireland and Nordics said, "We are thrilled to announce in what is our 50th year anniversary our new and exciting partnership with Nemesis Distribution which will help deliver Verbatim and its sister B2B/Apple brand Freecom into a wider range of specialist channels. Nemesis demonstrate an excellent approach to ownership and accountability serving specialist areas such as the automotive and lifestyle sectors where they have become world leaders over the past 20 years."