“I am looking for a long term storage drive. Like pictures that you put in a BOX AND PUT IT IN A CLOSET FOR YEARS TO COME. Will this be something that will no longer be supported in the coming years? Can it fail from not being used?”
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I first used my SSD to backup my iPad photos, ALL 4,250 of them. As time progresses all media seems to be getting a slightly shorter time stamp / life expectancy before it requests we update to the next / newer version. I've only had my SSD for about 6 weeks after falling in love with its super compact design and massive memory. It runs silent because of no moving parts and doesn't vibrate in the least. I'm backing up my MacBook Pro and iPad to it because I am well aware of potential crashing and am not taking any chances in my profession as a graphic artist. Your question is an open one to be decided by the billionaires who wield the controllers of mass media. But so far, I use my SSD at least 5 days a week in saving and transferring files for at least 3 to 5 hours at a time. It works for me, and I trust it.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Due to the fact that the drive has to connecting types should give you the hope that will be a while before it becomes “old” ( outdated) In these times it is hard to find something that will be permanent.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Unlike a traditional hard drive, this has no moving components and will not fail from non use. Should last for several years.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Just like a box of photos in your closet is susceptible to water and fire damage so to does this device have its weaknesses. There is always a risk with electronic devices, cables and components break down, systems crash, etc. after all, if we had 100% confidence we wouldn’t need a backup drive. I view it as more of a travel companion to store data which can be accessed quickly. It is equipped with USB-c ports so I would think it to be some time before you couldn’t find a cable or adaptor for it. I have used mine to store thousands of pictures which I also store in the cloud. I figure that between the 2 methods I should be covered. I apologize for the indirect answer but it isn’t clear cut. It does come with free software to password protect your device if you are worried about security.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I've had a different portable hard drive for a out 5-6 years and it is still supported and hasn't stopped working or anything. I bought this one because it is supposed to be a lot more realiable and it should continue to be supported for as long as usb interfaces are around.
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