Samesame... but different
With the all rubber enclosure it will actually be quite hard to put scratches on your future scratch disk At first glance, the Rugged SSD Pro 5 can’t deny its lineage. The form factor is the classic Neil Poulton design that Lacie has used over the last twenty years. Beveled edges and a rubbery surface not only give the device a distinct look, but also added surface adhesion - more on that later. However, if you are used to the larger 2,5” form factor, the drive is now turned 90°, with the Thunderbolt 5/USB-C Port added on the broad side. Also, like the previous model, LaCie has sadly ditched the lifeboat-like orange color. But instead of the last generations full black, this model comes with a dark blue enclosure. But not only the color has changed - the Rugged SSD Pro 5 comes with a IP68-certification for water resistance. LaCie claims that this will protect the drive not only from your everyday splash of coffee, but it is supposed to last up to thirty minu...
Hello Stranger!
This article is exclusively for Digital Production Subscribers.
If you are already subscribed, please log in below,
if you aren't subscribed, What are you waiting for?
Subscribers get
exclusive access to many articles like the one you just wanted to read,
can directly contact the authors or the newsroom,
can download many cool things from the archives,
support one of the last independent platforms weithout an "Algorithm"
and are granted exclusive bragging rights for being a better person!
Get an overview on what's available here, and access everything on the site!
If you need another reason,
here is a picture of the editorial cat,
which you'll be supporting as well!
