This external hard drive will keep your data safe and secure in more ways than one
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AmazonFew things in the digital world are as annoying as losing data.
Not only have you lost time, but there's a chance you won't be able to get those files back.
You should always have at least one backup of your most important stuff (family photos, legal documents, etc.) and Silicon Power's external hard drive can help keep your local one secure.
Hard drives are fragile — your data is stored on disks that can crack or shatter if they fall, making them useless. This one is protected by an internal suspension system and surrounded by a one-piece silicone layer to absorb potential shock damage.
That doesn't mean you should treat this external hard drive without any care. It can still break if it's seriously mishandled; instead, think of it as having a little extra insurance in case of an accident.
Both a USB and USB-C cable are included with this hard drive, so you have the option of using both and the convenience of using its built-in notches so you can store them cleanly. It's a nice touch I hope other manufacturers adopt because it's so easy to head off on a trip only to realize you forgot the cable at home.
Right now, you can save $10 on this hard drive by using the promo code "15TYPEC4U" at checkout on Amazon — that brings it down to its lowest price ever. If you travel often and don't want to rely on the cloud for security for connectivity reasons, this external hard drive is a good choice.
It's strong enough to survive the occasional bump, designed to avoid cable clutter, and at 1TB, it's large enough to hold thousands of songs, pictures, and documents, with room to spare for some 1080P video. You'll always have to worry about losing data, but using this hard drive will make it a lot less likely.