Angelbird Performance CFexpress Type B Card Reader Review
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Our editorial take on the Angelbird Performance CFexpress Type B Card Reader
The Angelbird Performance CFexpress Type B Card Reader targets professionals needing fast, reliable data transfer from CFexpress Type B media. Its USB4 host connection and bus-powered design emphasize portability and high-speed performance, a combination important for creators working with large video or photo files. The inclusion of active cooling with a low-noise fan and a recessed USB port are design choices that address potential concerns about heat management and cable durability during intensive use.
Compatibility with multiple operating systems, including mobile platforms like iOS, iPadOS, and Android, expands its utility beyond traditional desktop workstations. The reader's relatively compact dimensions and weight, along with its comprehensive warranty, suggest a product built for sustained professional application in various environments.
While its feature set is robust for a single-slot CFexpress B reader, those working with other card formats will need additional solutions. Its specifications position it as a premium option within the CFexpress card reader market.
- Dedicated CFexpress Type B slot with USB4 connectivity for high-speed transfers
- Bus-powered operation for portability and convenient use without an external power supply
- Active cooling with a low-noise fan (<= 25 dB) helps maintain performance during sustained use
- Recessed USB port (Solid Connect Design) aims to enhance cable connection durability
- Broad operating system support, including Windows, Mac, iOS, iPadOS, Linux, and Android
- Limited to a single CFexpress Type B card slot, requiring multiple readers for other card types
- Firmware update support is specific to Angelbird CFexpress Type B cards, not universal
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About this product
Angelbird Performance CFexpress Type B Card Reader is designed to securely and efficiently transfer data. It features a CFexpress Type B slot and connects to devices using a detachable USB-C to USB4 cable. The card reader is bus-powered, allowing for convenient use on the go.
Specs
- Weight Grams
- 175 g
- Dimensions Mm
- 97.5 x 65 x 21.6 mm
- Cable Type
- USB-C 4.0 Solid Flex Cable, 12.6" / 32 cm
- Card Slots
- 1x CFexpress Type B
- Bus Powered
- Bus Powered
- Host Connection
- USB-C (USB4)
- Warranty
- 36 months
- Noise Level
- <= 25 dB
- Supported Os
- Windows, Mac, iOS, iPadOS, Linux, Android
- Led Indicator
- Yes
- Active Cooling
- Yes, with built-in, low-noise fan
- Cooling Technology
- Solid Cool Technology
- Solid Connect Design
- Recessed USB port
- Firmware Update Support
- Yes, for Angelbird CFexpress Type B cards
- Launch Price Usd
- 259.99
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