Kingston Digital Adds Red Colorway to External SSD Lineup

  • Pocket-sized portability
  • Award-winning design
Two XS1000 external SSDs sit on a desk: one is black, the other is red

Fountain Valley, CA – August 26, 2024 – Kingston Digital, Inc., the flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced the addition of new red colored, XS1000 External SSD, a small and incredibly sleek file backup solution. The XS1000 red joins the original all-black XS1000 and silver XS2000, expanding Kingston’s external SSD product lineup. These external drives are extremely compact and under 29 grams to provide pocket-sized portability.

Kingston's XS1000 family offers read speeds up to 1,050MB/s{{Footnote.N70720}} and large capacities up to 2TB{{Footnote.N37130}}, providing ample room for storing countless photos, videos, games, and files. The drive comes with a USB-C®{{Footnote.N71916}} to USB-A cable and an additional USB-A to USB-C adapter for maximum compatibility with newer and legacy devices. Small like a key fob, the XS1000 serves as a reliable companion for easy file backups, guaranteeing continuous access to your important documents, cherished memories and media files. Earlier this year, Kingston’s XS1000 External SSD was named a winner of the 2024 Red Dot Award: Product Design. The Red Dot Design Award, established in 1955, is one of the world’s largest and most prestigious design competitions, receiving more than 20,000 annual submissions from approximately 60 countries worldwide.

“Building on the success of the all-black XS1000, we’ve introduced a new colorway for those customers looking to stand out and express themselves through color,” said Keith Schimmenti, SSD business manager, Kingston. “With the addition of XS1000 red, they now have more options for external storage with an award-winning design.”

XS1000 is available in 1TB and 2TB capacities and is backed by a limited five-year warranty{{Footnote.N48982}} with free technical support. For more information visit kingston.com.

XS1000 External SSD Features and Specifications:

  • Ultimate portability: Compact and weighing just under 29g, this sleek, SSD fits in your palm, allowing you to take your files on the go effortlessly.
  • Reliable file backup: Take it all with you. Transfer and store your documents, large photos, games, and videos without interruption.
  • Increased storage: Expand your digital library with high capacities up to 2TB{{Footnote.N37130}} to preserve life’s cherished moments.
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 support: Achieve read speeds up to 1,050MB/s{{Footnote.N70720}} with backwards compatibility to USB 3.2 Gen 1, ensuring seamless connectivity with legacy devices.
  • Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2
  • Speed{{Footnote.N70720}}: Up to 1,050MB/s read, 1,000MB/s write
  • NAND: 3D
  • Capacities{{Footnote.N37130}}: 1TB, 2TB
  • Dimensions: 69.54 x 32.58 x 13.5mm
  • Weight: 28.7g
  • Casing Material: Metal + Plastic
  • Operating temperature: 0°C~40°C
  • Storage temperature: -20°C~85°C
  • Warranty/Support{{Footnote.N48982}}: Limited 5-year warranty with free technical support
  • Compatible with{{Footnote.N70997}}: Windows® 11, 10, macOS® (v.10.15.x +), Linux (v. 4.4.x +), Chrome OS™, Android™, iOS/iPadOS® (v.13+)
Compatibility Table
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Windows® 11
Windows® 10
macOS (v. 10.15.x +)
Linux (v. 4.4.x +)
Chrome OS™
Android™
iOS/iPadOS® (v.13+)
XS1000 Portable SSD
XS1000 – Red XS1000 – Black Capacity
SXS1000R/1000G SXS1000/1000G 1TB
SXS1000R/2000G SXS1000/2000G 2TB

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About Kingston Technology Company, Inc.

From big data to IoT devices, including laptops, PCs, and wearable technology, Kingston Technology is dedicated to delivering top-tier product solutions, service, and support. Trusted by leading PC manufacturers and global cloud providers, we value our long-term partnerships that help us evolve and innovate. We ensure every solution meets the highest standards by prioritizing quality and customer care. At every step, we listen, learn, and engage with our customers and partners to deliver solutions that make a lasting impact. To learn more about Kingston Technology and our “Built on Commitment” vision, visit Kingston.com.

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