CES 2008: Sony Unwraps 16GB Memory Stick January 09, 2008

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If you own a Sony gadget then it’s possible it sports a slot for Sony’s own brand of expensive Flash memory, Memory Stick.

Unlike the more commonly used SD Card/SDHC card technology used by the rest of the planet, it usually costs more and comes in smaller capacities. Typically Sony then. At CES 2008 though, Sony just launched a 16GB version, the Memory Stick PRO Duo.

According to Sony it will be "perfect" for its new HD Handycam camcorders [more on those later] and its digital cameras, not to mention its PSP. The card is capable of storing up to 110 minutes of HD video recorded in 1920 mode [I can only assume Sony means Full HD] and 4,000 still pictures in 10MP resolution. It’s due out in March and will cost a bloody fortune, no doubt.

In actual money terms, the US price will be £150, so add on what you like as it flies over the Atlantic. If you're an SDHC card user you can get the new Transcend 16GB Class 6 SDHC card for just £70 these days. -Martin Lynch

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