Hammer Storage has recently announced the launch of its largest storage solution, the new morespace Portable. morespace Portable is a storage solution that features capacities ranging from 160GB to 500GB. The 2.5-inch portable hard drive features a 141 grams weight and comes with USB 2.0 interface (compatible with USB 1.1 as well) along with a range of customizable skins.

“Electronic devices have become such an integral part of our every day lives, and Hammer Storage wanted to provide a creative outlet for consumers to express their individuality and uniqueness by giving them the ability to make morespace their own,” said Andy Dorian, retail value add manager for Bell Microproducts. “The only limit to skinning the morespace unit is one's imagination - the possibilities are endless to make each morespace unique to its owner.”

The features list of the new device includes Plug and Play installation, the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface, portable design and skinnable face, instant storage capacity and compatibility with Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Mac OS X 10.4 and later. morespace Portable is USB Bus powered and enables users to store their videos, movies, songs, photos or other personal files in a simple and easy manner.

The new portable drives can sustain a transfer rate of 34 MB/s and can also peak 480 Mb/s. The morespace Portable can operate at temperatures ranging from 5 °C to 40 °C and in a 5% to 90% humidity. The product also has shock and vibration resistant features. The drives are shipped along with a 20-inch USB Cable, Quick Start Guides, Warranty Statement and Beach Skin.

With the launch of morespace Portable, Hammer Storage proves that it can provide data storage solutions meant to simplify collecting, managing and protecting digital information. The company's portfolio also includes the morespace External storage and myshare network storage. Hammer Storage announced that a 750GB morespace Portable model is planned for launch in early 2009. The drives come with a one year warranty.