The SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive Flip SDIX90N-128G-GN6NE (128GB) promises a simple solution for freeing up space on your iOS devices. But does it live up to the hype? After weeks of using this flash drive, I’m ready to share my honest assessment.

The iXpand Flash Drive Flip is compact and surprisingly durable. The dual-connector design – Lightning and USB-A – allows seamless file transfers between your iPhone/iPad, computer, and other USB-A devices. Setting up automatic backups via the iXpand Drive app is straightforward and requires minimal technical expertise. The app itself is well-designed and intuitive.

I particularly appreciated the ability to shoot videos directly to the drive, preventing your phone’s storage from filling up. This feature worked flawlessly during my testing; there was a tiny delay, almost unnoticeable, before the video started recording on the drive.

Transfer speeds were generally impressive, consistently exceeding advertised speeds with smaller files and falling slightly short with larger files. Moving a 10GB video file took approximately 20 minutes via USB 3.1, and noticeably longer on my older USB 2.0 ports on my desktop machine.

The automatic backup feature worked reliably in my testing and performed better than other external storage I have tried. I experienced no data loss or corruption. The iXpand Drive app’s features beyond backup, such as media playback, are a welcomed bonus.

Pros:

• Dual connector for easy device compatibility
• Fast transfer speeds via USB 3.1
• Automatic backup capabilities greatly simplifies storage management.
• Compact and durable design
• User-friendly app with additional media viewing capabilities.

Cons:

• Slightly slower than advertised write speeds with larger files.
• Requires the iXpand Drive app (although it is a relatively small download, users with limited data plans might find it inconvenient).
• Price point might be slightly higher compared to other similar-capacity flash drives, although the added features justify this to some degree.

Overall, the SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive Flip SDIX90N-128G-GN6NE (128GB) is a valuable tool for anyone looking to easily manage their iPhone or iPad’s storage. Its speed, reliability, and ease of use make it a top contender in its category. While the price might seem a little high, the convenience and peace of mind provided by the automatic backup feature justify the expense. I highly recommend this product.