Mini Flash Memory Forms Optimum Data Storage for Consumer Sets

摘要

Among various kinds of storage solutions today, miniature flash memory cards offer an appealing set of advantages for portable consumer electronic products. Several miniature flash memories are available. CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards entered the market rather early in its development, and now dominate the sector for digital cameras — which represent the largest market for miniature flash memory cards. However, the size and price advantages of SmartMedia cards have given them a lead over CompactFlash cards in digital cameras. To enhance its position in the market, Toshiba Corp., a leader in SmartMedia cards, has released the product's interface specifications. Its goal is to encourage additional vendors to develop products that use SmartMedia cards.